Encasing Technician Course (ETC)

US04 Richemont North America, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Richemont Americas invites applicants to enroll in the Encasing Technician Course (ETC-14) at the Richemont Technical Center. The four-month program trains micromechanics and watch encasing with practical and theoretical sessions, preparing you for a career in high-end watchmaking.

Start date March 8, 2027, end date July 16, 2027, with a certification upon completion. Eligibility includes work authorization in the United States and a high school diploma or GED; no prior watchmaking experience

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• No watchmaking experience required.
• Pass Core & Bennett Test and Technical Career Assessment Day.

Responsibilities

• Foundations of micromechanics and watch encasing operations.
• Dismantling cases and case preparation for encasing.
• Watch encasing and movement exchange procedures.
• Perform adjustments and final quality controls.

Skills

Micromechanics

Case handling

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.

Encasing Technician Course (ETC-14) Richemont | Richemont Technical Center

At the North America Institute of Swiss Watchmaking, we offer a unique opportunity for everyone to pursue a career in the prestigious field of watchmaking. Regardless of whether you have a technical background, we welcome individuals with passion, dedication, patience, curiosity, and a love of luxury watches. Our program is designed to unlock your potential, grow your skills, and prepare you for success in the world of watchmaking.

Encasing Technician

The Encasing Technician Course is a 4-month program that teaches students the necessary skills in micromechanics and basic watch encasing service operations, through both practical and theoretical training, to prepare them for a successful career.

This course focuses on:

• Fundamentals of Micromechanics
• Dismantling of Cases
• Case preparation
• Watch Encasing
• Movement Exchange Procedures
• Adjustment Procedures
• Final Controls

Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees.

Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Authorized to work in the United States
• High School Degree or GED
• No watchmaking experience requirement
• Will need to pass the following: Core & Bennett Test Technical Career Assessment Day Interviews

Program Details:

Duration:4 months Schedule:40 hours per week Start Date:Monday, March 8th, 2027 End Date:Friday, July 16th, 2027 Achievement Upon Completion:Encasing Technician Certification Personal Skills: Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Commitment to always maintaining a neat and organized workspace.

Application Information:

Application Deadline:December 9th, 2026 Testing if Applicable: Monday, January 4th, 2027 Interviews: Monday, January 11th, 2027 Selection of Candidates: Monday, January 18th, 2027

At Richemont Americas, we are proud to employ talent from many different backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that when diversity and inclusion are fully embraced and empowered, creativity and knowledge emerge to deliver excellence. We continue to work towards creating a workforce that represents the diversity of our clients and our communities.

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In our Group, you can start anywhere and go everywhere. Internal mobility is one of the best growth accelerators to develop within Richemont and our Maisons. We encourage our people to be curious, drive their own career, and dream big.