Tiffany & Co. Jewelry CAD Designer
Tiffany & Co. in New York seeks a Jewelry CAD Designer to develop 3D models and prototypes for high‑end jewelry. Salary: $85,000–$105,000.
Overview
Tiffany & Co. is an internationally recognised luxury jewelry house known for its emphasis on craftsmanship, iconic design and high‑quality gemstones. As part of the LVMH group, the brand combines American heritage and creative direction with global reach and investment in technical innovation across design and production.
Role & Responsibilities
- Translate design concepts into production‑ready 3D CAD models and soft prototypes for new product development, line extensions and reverse engineering of existing pieces.
- Create, maintain and organise 2D/3D standards, templates, technical drawings and presentation renderings to ensure design and manufacturing integrity across product families.
- Collaborate with Design Creative, Model Makers, Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality teams to define component breakouts, construction methods and critical requirements.
- Manage personal timelines, update workflow tracking and communicate project status, risks and technical constraints to cross‑functional stakeholders.
- Provide CAD leadership: research and operationalise new tools and workflows, troubleshoot technology implementations with IT, and disseminate best practices across JDIW and Design teams.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Jewelry Design, Jewelry Arts, Industrial Design, Fashion Design or Engineering.
- Minimum of 3 years of hands‑on experience in jewelry CAD and model making with demonstrable portfolio of finished‑goods models and prototypes.
- Deep manufacturing knowledge of jewelry processes and materials, with experience applying design intent through production constraints.
- Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams and meet accelerated timelines under high demand.
- Strong aesthetic sensibility and experience applying formal creative training to collection development.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of professional experience in jewelry CAD/design and model making; proven experience collaborating with manufacturing and design teams in a luxury or technical product environment.
Education
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Jewelry Design, Jewelry Arts, Industrial Design, Fashion Design or Engineering.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA. There are currently 498 open positions in New York on Cerulean, with 19 added recently. Within New York, Cerulean currently features 610 open roles, including 21 recent additions. Across USA, Cerulean lists 2.262 open roles — 71 of them newly added.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 85,000 to USD 105,000 per annum.
Culture
Tiffany & Co. cultivates a design‑led, craftsmanship‑driven culture that values meticulous attention to detail and interdisciplinary collaboration. The workplace emphasises technical excellence, creative inquiry and the operationalisation of new technologies to support heritage jewellery-making traditions.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.