Jewelry CAD Designer — High-Volume Manufacturing Specialist

RIO GRANDE; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

401(k) matching

Paid time-off

On-site gym

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rio Grande in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Jewelry CAD Designer to translate customer concepts into production-ready 3D models for casting, fabrication, stone setting, and finishing. You will ensure designs are manufacturable, meet quality timelines, and support efficient production in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities include CAD modeling, design for manufacturing, production support, and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in jewelry CAD design and 3D modeling.
• Proficiency with jewelry CAD software such as Rhino, MatrixGold, 3Design, JewelCAD or similar.
• Strong knowledge of jewelry construction and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed and accurate 3D jewelry models for casting, fabrication, stone setting, and finishing.
• Interpret sketches and specifications to ensure manufacturability and quality.
• Prepare production-ready CAD files and assist in design modifications.
• Document design changes and maintain CAD standards and revisions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading specs

Problem solving

Independent worker

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Formal Jewelry Design education

Tools

Rhino

MatrixGold

3Design

JewelCAD

3D printing layouts

Job description

Rio Grande in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Jewelry CAD Designer to translate customer concepts into production-ready 3D models for casting, fabrication, stone setting, and finishing. You will ensure designs are manufacturable, meet quality timelines, and support efficient production in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities include CAD modeling, design for manufacturing, production support, and documentation.