Lead Jewelry Designer

Jewelers, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The M Jewelers in New York, NY is seeking a Lead Jewelry Designer to manage end-to-end design for custom and collection pieces, from concept sketches through to technical specs.

You will develop new concepts aligned with the brand, produce drawings and CAD models, and work with production, merchandising, marketing, and retail teams to translate trends into market-ready jewelry.

Qualifications

• Strong jewelry design foundation and fashion jewelry concepts.
• Ability to create clear visual concepts using drawing and product design.
• Proficiency in CAD tools for detailed technical renderings and production files.
• Experience designing custom and personalized pieces in gold and silver.
• Relevant degree or formal training preferred.
• Experience leading design teams and mentoring designers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end design process from concept to specs.
• Create detailed drawings and CAD models for production.
• Collaborate with merchandising, marketing, and retail teams.
• Mentor junior designers and maintain design standards across channels.

Skills

Jewelry design

Drawing

Product design

CAD tools

Gold & silver design

Leading / mentoring

Detail-oriented

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in fine arts / jewelry design

Formal training preferred

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Company Description

The M Jewelers, founded in 2014 in New York City, is now one of the largest direct-to-consumer jewelry brands in North America. The brand specializes in custom and personalized gold and silver jewelry, enabling customers to design and visually render their own pieces online and in-store. The M Jewelers operates brick-and-mortar locations such as its Nolita store at 204 Mulberry Street in New York, NY. Its designs are also carried by leading retailers and stockists including NET-A-PORTER, Nordstrom, Revolve, and Urban Outfitters. The company continues to grow as a modern, creative destination for distinctive, design-driven jewelry.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Lead Jewelry Designer role based in New York, NY. The Lead Jewelry Designer will oversee the end-to-end design process for custom and collection-based pieces, from initial concept and sketches through to final technical specifications. Responsibilities include developing new design concepts aligned with brand vision, creating detailed drawings and CAD models, and collaborating with production teams to ensure design feasibility and quality. The role involves guiding junior designers, providing feedback on design work, and maintaining consistent design standards across online and in-store collections. The Lead Jewelry Designer will partner closely with merchandising, marketing, and retail teams to translate customer trends and brand direction into commercially viable, innovative jewelry designs.

Qualifications

• Strong jewelry design foundation with proven expertise in Jewelry Design and Fashion Jewelry concepts.
• Ability to create clear visual concepts using Drawing and Product Design skills.
• Proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools for detailed technical renderings and production-ready files.
• Experience designing custom and personalized pieces in gold and silver, with an eye for quality, wearability, and brand fit.
• Background in fine arts, jewelry design, industrial design, or a related field; relevant degree or formal training preferred.
• Previous experience in a lead or senior design role, including mentoring designers and collaborating with production teams.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced retail and DTC environment.
• Comfort working on-site in New York, NY, with cross-functional partners in merchandising, marketing, and retail operations.