David Yurman
Jewelry
ProjectEngineer,R&D
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“Project Engineer, R&D at David Yurman. Skills: Project management, Material development, Sculptural design, Jewelry manufacturing. Develop and explore new materials, technologies and manufacturing methods. Project management of sculpture and jewelry creation”
What You'll Achieve.
Realizing complex concepts from idea to physical reality
Industry & Context.
Technical problem-solving
Travel necessary at times for doing so
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
1 to 3 years of experience, critical thinking and project management skills, Excellent written and verbal communications skills, Demonstrates excellent time management, prioritization, attention to detail, and organizational skills, Entrepreneurial spirit that enjoys working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, Ability to work collaboratively across different teams
Nice to Have
Knowledge of modern jewelry manufacturing techniques, precious metal metallurgy and/or investment casting a plus, Working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) & Oracle software a plus
What You'll Do.
Develop and explore new materials
technologies and manufacturing methods
Project management of sculpture and jewelry creation
and manage calendar and scheduling for all meetings surrounding sculptures and nuanced gem cutting projects
Create agendas for all sculpture meetings
Provide recaps and updates as necessary following any sculpture meetings
Creation and delivery of project plans for sculptures and nuanced gem cutting projects
Own cross-functional communication surrounding sculptures and nuanced gem cutting projects
Assist with hands on creation of sculptures
Support Senior Director of Engineering with innovation efforts and strategic goals
Execute testing and documentation of R&D process for all new materials used in sculptures
New material development for sculptures
New finishing development for sculptures
Develops and maintains relationships with suppliers and vendor facilities
Consultant support for stone sourcing exploration
Consultancy for mineral acquisition
Consultancy on vendor selection
execution and manufacturing techniques for Heritage DY sculpture reproduction
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Facilitate collaboration between artists and engineers; Own cross-functional communication surrounding sculptures and nuanced gem cutting projects; Ability to work collaboratively across different teams
Communication Scope
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Process & Methodology
Project management of sculpture and jewelry creation, Create, and manage calendar and scheduling for all meetings surrounding sculptures and nuanced gem cutting projects, Create agendas for all sculpture meetings, Provide recaps and updates as necessary following any sculpture meetings, Creation and delivery of project plans for sculptures and nuanced gem cutting projects, critical thinking and project management skills
Full Job Description
**About Us** David Yurman is a celebrated American jewelry company founded in New York by David Yurman, a sculptor, and his wife, Sybil, a painter and ceramicist. When the artists began collaborating, their goal was simply to make beautiful objects to wear. Led today by their son Evan, David Yurman creates timeless, yet contemporary collections for women and men defined by inspiration, innovation, consummate craftsmanship and cable – the brand’s artistic signature. David Yurman collections are available at retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong and France and at locations worldwide, through their exclusive authorized fine jewelry and timepiece network of retailers. **Our Values** At David Yurman, creativity, innovation and impeccable craftsmanship are at the core of everything we do. Fueled by the energy of our hometown, New York City, artistic passion informs each and every jewelry design. The Yurman family’s guiding vision continually defines and redefines what it means to be the preeminent American luxury jewelry brand. We are committed to responsible business and social practices and to the protection and advancement of human rights. We believe in partnering with others who share these values and understand their importance. _**Job Description**_ **Project Engineer- R &D** **Overview** This Project Engineer will merge artistic vision with technical problem-solving, aiding in creating functional aesthetic works. They will facilitate collaboration between artists and engineers in areas such as sculptural design and material science with the objective of realizing complex concepts from idea to physical reality. **Responsibilities** · -Develop and explore new materials, technologies and manufacturing methods to identify potential product opportunities for sculptures and nuanced gem cutting projects -Project management of sculpture and jewelry creation * Create, and manage calendar and scheduling for all meetings surrounding sculptures and nuan
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