Richemont Laboratory Technician
- Location
- DelémontJuraSwitzerland
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is one of the world’s foremost luxury groups, stewarding a distinguished portfolio of maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, fashion and accessories, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Montblanc. As an employer, it combines the heritage of artisanal excellence with a forward-looking culture shaped by innovation, client-centricity and responsible business. Its global teams operate in an environment that values craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and collaboration, offering opportunities to grow within iconic maisons and group functions alike. Richemont attracts professionals who aspire to contribute to enduring luxury, preserving rare savoir-faire while helping define the future of high craftsmanship.
Richemont seeks Laboratory Technician in Delémont, Switzerland for materials analysis and quality control in luxury jewellery and watches sector.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conduct analyses and perform various materials tests including sample preparation, metallographic analysis, optical microscopy, and mechanical testing
- Analyze, interpret, and document test results with precision and accuracy
- Prepare detailed analytical reports documenting findings and methodologies
- Pursue additional analyses as required to support continuous quality improvement
- Propose and implement continuous improvement actions to optimize laboratory processes and material specifications
Qualifications
- Training or diploma in laboratory technician specialization in materials, physics, or equivalent discipline
- Proficiency in sample preparation techniques for metallographic analysis
- Expertise with optical microscopy and mechanical testing equipment
- Knowledge of physical and optical property measurement techniques
- Familiarity with material corrosion analysis and/or chemical analysis techniques such as ICP-OES (preferred)
- Attention to detail and methodical approach to laboratory work
- Strong adaptability and learning capability
- Collaborative mindset and flexibility
Skills
Experience
Several years of hands-on experience working in a materials laboratory environment, with demonstrated proficiency in standard analytical and testing procedures.
Education
Diploma or formal training as a laboratory technician specializing in materials science, physics, or equivalent qualification.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Delémont, Jura, Switzerland, with easy access to Basel.
Culture
Richemont fosters a refined, international workplace where its Maisons preserve exceptional craftsmanship while benefiting from the strength and perspective of a global luxury group. As an employer, it values long-term stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and the development of talent within an environment shaped by heritage, creativity, and high standards.
About Cerulean
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