Project Engineer, R&D

David Yurman; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Generous paid time off

Summer Fridays

Job summary

A celebrated American jewelry company seeks a Project Engineer in New York, NY. The role merges artistic vision with technical problem-solving, managing projects for sculpture and jewelry creation. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Engineering and 1-3 years of relevant experience. This position involves hands-on collaboration, project management, and the development of new materials. The working mode is hybrid with some travel required. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Demonstrates excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of modern jewelry manufacturing techniques is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and explore new materials and technologies.
• Manage projects surrounding sculptures and nuanced gem cutting.
• Execute testing and documentation of R&D processes.

Skills

Project management skills

Excellent written and verbal communications

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Oracle software

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

Job description

Project Engineer, R&D page is loaded## Project Engineer, R&Dlocations: New York, NYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-100719David 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 50 retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong and France and at over 300 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 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 – travel necessary at times for doing so-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 mid-level technical managers-Consultant support* Stone sourcing exploration with regards to availability, supply, cost & lead-times* Consultancy for mineral acquisition to support visual directives* Consultancy on vendor selection, execution and manufacturing techniques for Heritage DY sculpture reproduction**Qualifications*** 1 to 3 years of experience ·* Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering preferred* Strong 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.* 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**Location:** New York, NY (TriBeca)**Working Mode**: Hybrid, some travel required**Estimate Salary Range**: $70-85kBase pay is one component of David Yurman’s total compensation package, which may also include the following for eligible employees: access to healthcare benefits, 401(k) plan, bonus, employee discounts, Summer Fridays (corporate roles), generous paid time off, sick time, and more.**Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at David Yurman**As a company founded by artists, David Yurman champions self-expression in everything we do. We are committed to fostering a culture of openness and creative collaboration within our entire community, and we cherish the diversity of our employees’ backgrounds and perspectives. We will always advocate for equity and inclusion for all.David Yurman is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender).