Hermès CAD Design Engineer

About Hermès

This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.

Role & Responsibilities

• Create 2D technical drawing definitions for bridlery and saddlery products using MODARIS or equivalent software, integrating technical and functional constraints across various equestrian disciplines
• Support product definition evolution from initial prototype through industrial prototype and pre-series stages
• Participate in first-article validation (development and industrial prototypes) and guide workshop teams through implementation
• Design and model industrial CAD files for new products, special orders, and product improvements, including 2D leather cut plans, templates, moulds, and assembly guidance
• Define dimensional tolerances and calculate tolerance chains to ensure functional consistency under all conditions
• Design standard components (saddle trees and similar elements) using 3D SolidWorks modelling
• Create and validate technical tooling plans for production equipment
• Build and manage the technical reference database to establish common language across all Equestrian stakeholders
• Establish and implement design and industrialization rules to guarantee optimal client delivery timelines without compromising product quality or safety
• Serve as subject matter expert within the Equestrian division on CAD, tooling, and digital cutting technologies, coordinating with other brand entities

Qualifications

• Diploma in specialized CAD design (Bac+2/3) or engineering degree
• Minimum 3–5 years of professional experience in an industrial environment, ideally with soft materials
• Proficiency in 2D CAD software (FORMARIS or MODARIS) and 3D CAD software (SolidWorks)
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work in agile mode with strong adaptability and autonomous task management
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills with a service-oriented mindset
• Methodical, precise, well-organized approach with meticulous attention to detail
• Effective communication skills with a capacity for synthesizing complex information
• Strong anticipatory thinking and proactive problem-solving
• Passion for product development and artisanal craftsmanship combined with affinity for emerging technologies and innovation

Skills

Experience

Minimum 3–5 years of professional experience in an industrial manufacturing environment, preferably with exposure to soft materials such as leather or textiles. Demonstrated track record in product design, technical documentation, and cross-functional collaboration between design and production teams.

Education

Specialized diploma in CAD design (Bac+2 or Bac+3 level) or engineering degree.

Workplace

Culture

The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.

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