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Director, Design Engineer

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Design
  • $170K - $190K
  • New York

Requirements

  • Education: Four-year BA or BS degree in Mechanical Engineering/Industrial Design and at least 7 years of practical Jewelry Manufacturing experience (including production manufacturing) OR equivalent tenured jewelry manufacturing experience
  • Extensive hands-on model making and jewelry assembly experience in sterling silver, gold alloys, platinum, Titanium and Aluminum
  • Extensive knowledge of Jewelry casting, including rubber mold and wax production
  • Extensive knowledge of Stone Setting Techniques including Hand Pave, Pin Set, Bezel Setting, Prong Setting, baguette setting and invisible setting. Hands on experience preferred
  • A thorough knowledge of Electro-plating with White and Black Rhodium including both pen plating and bath plating
  • Experience with multiple finishing techniques such as Oxidation on Silver, Satin, Burnished and Mechanical Finishing
  • A high level of understanding of RHINO 3D Version 7 and Rapid Prototyping
  • A strong understanding of jewelry mechanisms such as clasps, hinges, and springs
  • A keen understanding of Stamping and Machining techniques
  • Ability to troubleshoot problems at every stage of the jewelry manufacturing process
  • A good sense of Design
  • Computer Skills: Familiarity with Rhino, Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and mechanical drawing software and /or Adobe Photo Deluxe
  • ​Location: New York, NY
  • Travel: International Travel Required

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with NY based design VPs early in the development process to ensure engineering needs are met
  • Work daily with BKK Engineering Team to promote inter-office cohesion · Participant in the R&D, DFM & CTM Committees
  • Partner with R&D team to vet manufacturing feasibility
  • Partner with the DY Shop on creating prototypes for design consideration
  • Own ECN projects including vendor communication, inspecting models and assembly methods, coming up with solutions or alternatives to correct known issues, obtain final updated vendor samples that pass DY QC and communicate to repair team when solutions are implemented
  • Work closely with Product Development and Production Teams to evaluate and determine best practices for producing David Yurman Jewelry
  • Interact with vendor base to guarantee understanding of first sample execution, troubleshoot manufacturing challenges, ensure QC standards are met and communicate learnings to cross functional teams
  • Document best practices in a Manufacturing Excellence Manual with ongoing revisions and updates as needed
  • Keep up to date on new manufacturing techniques and technologies

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Director, Design Engineer at David Yurman?

The Director, Design Engineer is responsible for assisting the NY Design and PD teams in engineering new products, troubleshooting engineering challenges, attending DFM and CTM meetings, collaborating with the DY shop, and overseeing all ECN Projects from start to completion.

What qualities are important for someone in this role?

It is important for a Director, Design Engineer to have strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, and a thorough understanding of manufacturing processes.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

Candidates for the Director, Design Engineer position should have a background in design engineering, preferably in the jewelry industry, and experience working with manufacturing processes and techniques. Previous experience in a leadership role is also beneficial.

How does this role contribute to the overall goals of David Yurman?

The Director, Design Engineer plays a crucial role in ensuring that new product designs are successfully engineered and can be produced efficiently. By anticipating and addressing engineering challenges early in the design process, they help to ensure that David Yurman's collections are innovative, high-quality, and produced in a timely manner.

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Fashion & Arts
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1980
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