Piaget Stone Setter
- Location
- Plan-les-OuatesGenevaSwitzerland
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
About Piaget
Piaget is a Swiss Maison celebrated for its haute‑joaillerie and fine watchmaking. As part of the Richemont Group, the brand combines artisanal goldsmithing and gem‑setting with technical horological savoir‑faire, maintaining ateliers that prioritise craftsmanship, aesthetic rigour and exceptional finishing.
Piaget in Plan‑les‑Ouates seeks a Stone Setter (contract) skilled in haute‑joaillerie and watch gem‑setting for its Swiss ateliers.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute precise setting of diamonds and coloured gemstones on jewellery and watch components according to technical drawings and quality standards.
- Select and prepare stones and metal seats; perform pavé, prong, bezel and other specialist setting techniques with consistent finish.
- Operate microscopes and hand tools (gravers, burnishers, micro-motors) to achieve haute‑joaillerie tolerances and surface finishing.
- Conduct in‑process and final quality control checks to verify stone security, alignment, height and polish; rectify defects when necessary.
- Maintain setting equipment and workbench hygiene; follow gem handling, inventory and traceability procedures.
- Collaborate with design, prototyping and quality teams to resolve technical issues and meet production schedule targets.
Qualifications
- Completed vocational training or apprenticeship in jewellery, goldsmithing or horology (or equivalent certification).
- Demonstrable manual dexterity and excellent visual acuity under magnification.
- Thorough understanding of precious metals and gemstone properties; safe handling and care procedures.
- Ability to read technical drawings and follow production specifications accurately.
- Fluent adherence to luxury quality standards and confidentiality in handling high‑value pieces.
Skills
Experience
Minimum two years of professional experience in stone setting within high‑jewellery or watchmaking ateliers; prior experience with a luxury maison or certified workshop preferred.
Education
Vocational diploma or completed apprenticeship in jewellery, goldsmithing or horology (or equivalent technical qualification).
Workplace
This position is based in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva, Switzerland, within easy reach of Geneva.
Culture
Piaget’s workplace culture emphasizes meticulous craftsmanship, mentorship and a commitment to aesthetic excellence. The ateliers foster a collaborative environment where technical mastery and creative attention to detail are valued and passed on through hands‑on training.
About Cerulean
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