Tiffany & Co. Computational Designer

About Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany & Co., the legendary New York jeweler founded in 1837, offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a house synonymous with timeless elegance, exceptional craftsmanship, and cultural influence. As an employer, Tiffany & Co. cultivates a refined, client-centric environment where creativity, precision, and service excellence are highly valued. Its teams span retail, design, manufacturing, merchandising, corporate functions, and sustainability, united by a commitment to innovation and responsible luxury. With the strength of a global maison and the heritage of an American icon, Tiffany & Co. provides a distinctive setting for professionals seeking to shape moments of beauty, celebration, and lasting meaning.

Role & Responsibilities

• Build and refine end-to-end digital pipelines that translate design intent into iterative computational workflows.
• Develop and implement solutions to streamline the creation of complex geometries across collections, including size-run automation.
• Use scripted solutions to optimize and automate repetitive tasks where possible.
• Partner with CAD designers, engineers, jewelers, and external partners to accelerate product development and manufacturing innovation.
• Establish and maintain standards, documentation, and shared scripting practices to support consistency, scalability, and long-term maintenance across the computational design team.
• Evaluate and validate new generative design applications and plug-ins for compatibility with Tiffany & Co.'s application ecosystem.
• Ensure all models and parametric solutions follow industry best practices and manufacturing standards.
• Convert frequently used Grasshopper definitions into scalable, maintainable Python and C# applications.
• Establish and monitor individual timelines, ensure adherence to overall project timelines, and complete projects accurately.
• Communicate risks and roadblocks to timelines as they arise, and proactively suggest solutions to achieve project goals.
• Follow departmental procedures for metrics, project tracking, and reporting project status through documents and face-to-face meetings.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions; flag critical issues that may affect manufacturing or design aesthetics when creating 3D CAD tools, and provide timely solutions.
• Present to teams and cross-functional partners.
• Train internal and external CAD collaborators in basic and advanced computational design concepts, fostering a learning-oriented environment.
• Collaborate with company-wide CAD teams to document, standardize, and optimize existing Grasshopper scripts and workflows.
• Proactively flag opportunities and propose creative solutions to help JDIW teams position collections for successful parametric execution where applicable.
• Provide updates and solutions to Senior CAD Designers, Managers, Directors, and cross-functional departments on project direction, CAD file reviews, timelines, and potential challenges.
• Attend and participate in departmental meetings with Management, providing feedback on new or updated standards, templates, and processes.
• Research, develop, and implement innovative tools, technologies, and processes for CAD and Generative Design across the design development lifecycle.
• Develop and enhance 3D CAD capabilities, leveraging existing data where applicable.
• Create supporting documentation and training tools as needed.
• Stay current with industry standards and knowledge related to CAD programs, model making, goldsmithing and metalsmithing, and the material properties of precious and non-precious materials across manufacturing processes.
• Partner with IT and management to implement, support, and improve CAD systems and technology as needed.

Qualifications

• BA or MA in Industrial Design, Computational Design, or a comparable field.
• At least 3 years of progressive Computational Design experience.
• Strong proficiency in Rhino/Grasshopper, computational geometry, version control, and documentation standards.
• A portfolio demonstrating computational and generative design applied to product design and development.
• Extensive experience with high-precision, complex geometry in Rhino, and a strong understanding of NURBS, SubD, and mesh modeling.
• Strong proficiency in Python and C#; experience with RhinoCommon is preferred.
• Ability to devise and apply generative methods that inspire and guide future design.
• Interest in sharing knowledge through tutoring, mentoring, and organizing training workshops.
• Ability to seek and contribute to the development of new digital tools and design methods and put them into practice.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across organizational levels by building relationships with colleagues, partners, and customers.
• Ability to interpret scientific and technical documents.
• Innovative thinking and a commitment to staying current with technology.
• Demonstrated ability to think conceptually and drive design concepts.
• Ability to proactively manage and conduct multiple priority projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.
• Preferred: Experience with Blender and Z-Brush, and familiarity with rendering software such as KeyShot, V-Ray, or Maxwell.
• Preferred: Formal goldsmithing and/or metalsmithing training.
• Preferred: 3–5 years of experience as a custom bench jeweler.
• Preferred: Gemological training with a GIA or FGA diploma.
• Preferred: Formal gem- and diamond-setting training and experience.
• Preferred: Industry certification.
• Preferred: Familiarity with web development.

Skills

Experience

At least 3 years of progressive Computational Design experience; 3–5 years as a custom bench jeweler preferred.

Education

BA or MA in Industrial Design, Computational Design, or a comparable field.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 90,000 to USD 110,000 per annum.

Culture

Tiffany & Co. fosters a refined, client-centric workplace where craftsmanship, creativity, and a deep respect for heritage shape the employee experience. As an employer, the Maison encourages collaboration, inclusivity, and excellence, offering teams the opportunity to contribute to moments of meaning within one of the world’s most iconic luxury brands.

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