Donzé Baume Industrialisation Project Manager
- Location
- Les BreuleuxJuraSwitzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Jul 16, 2026
About Donzé Baume
Donzé Baume, a distinguished member of the Richemont Group, is renowned for its commitment to excellence in the horological and microtechnical sectors. As part of a global luxury conglomerate, the company offers a dynamic and innovative work environment, fostering creativity and professional growth.
Donzé-Baume seeks Industrialisation Project Manager in Les Breuleux, Switzerland to drive product engineering and manufacturing excellence.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee and centralise the advancement of industrialisation projects, ensuring compliance with manufacturing standards, PLM/ERP systems, and project timelines
- Collaborate with the Methods Manager to optimise production performance, reduce costs, manage competing priorities, and establish manufacturing standards
- Centralise technical matters related to production engineering, including CAO/PLM systems and additive manufacturing capabilities
- Lead the product industrialisation process for new products and design modifications, including manufacturing sequence definition, cost analysis, material sourcing, and tooling requirements
- Monitor and support pre-series production phases, develop manufacturing processes, and deliver comprehensive industrialisation documentation
- Serve as technical reference and subject matter expert for production workshops, providing ongoing support and collaborative partnership
- Maintain and update technical databases and documentation systems
Qualifications
- Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar industrialisation or manufacturing engineering role
- Advanced proficiency with CAO software, ideally CREO
- Demonstrated experience in watchmaking exterior components or jewellery manufacturing
- Project management expertise and proven ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary initiatives
- Strong knowledge of PLM and ERP systems
- Familiarity with additive manufacturing (3D printing) technologies
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years in a similar role, with proven expertise in industrialisation, manufacturing engineering, and preferably exposure to watchmaking exterior components (boxes, bracelets, clasps) or jewellery component production.
Education
Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification (Diplôme d'ingénieur, technicien, or equivalent titre).
Workplace
This position is based in Les Breuleux, Jura, Switzerland, within easy reach of Bern.
Benefits
5 weeks annual leave per Swiss watchmaking and microtechnology industry collective bargaining agreement, plus additional catch-up leave; flexible working hours; subsidised public transport and soft mobility incentives; in-house restaurant with fresh, varied meals at advantageous rates; wellness-focused workplace with cultural and sporting activities; Richemont pension fund with comprehensive social benefits; Equal-Pay certification by Richemont Group.
Culture
The company thrives on the rich diversity of arts, cultures, and human skills, emphasizing the importance of unlocking untapped potential. It values freedom, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarity, encouraging empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrity. The company is committed to caring for the world it inhabits.
About Cerulean
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