Are you a highly skilled Senior CAD Designer with a passion for precision
engineering and luxury jewellery?
SARAH & SEBASTIAN, a pioneer in the demi-fine jewellery category, is seeking an
exceptional Senior CAD Designer to joinour Alexandria studio.
Reporting to our Design Manager and
working closely with our Creative Director,
you will be the engineering foundation of our collections, translating ambitious concepts into structurally sound, production-ready pieces that honour our aesthetic of longevity and sentiment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
* Design & Development: The role blends
creativity with mechanical problem-solving by bringing new products to life,
from initial concept and inspiration boardsto final, refined pieces.
* Technical Authority: Own all CAD aspectsrequired to transition new designs into production, focusing on precise digital craftsmanship and rigorous engineering.
* Innovation: Research and develop new mechanisms, clasps, connections, and
settings.
* Quality & Compliance: Rectify quality control issues and improve products usingCAD tools. Document all design standardsand rules to ensure consistent quality
across all products.
* Project Management: Be responsible for managing and meeting timelines in line with the company design calendar.
* Collaboration: Work alongside the
Creative Director, Product Director and
Senior Designer to create collections and new product categories.
* Asset Management: Enter and track all
design materials ordered and used by
CAD designers. Ensure secure backups offiles to protect the company's valuable IP.
* Production Readiness: Create accurate
style files for production and guide each
design through its full technical evolution, from 3D prints to final casting refinements.
ABOUT YOU
You are a creative self-starter with a sharp focus on detail, exceptional organisation, anda collaborative spirit.
* Experience: Minimum 8 years'
experience as a Jewellery CAD Designer.
* Advanced experience (5+ years) in the
software program Matrix and Rhinoceros 3D, alongside knowledge of Trello and
Google Suite.
* Industry Knowledge: Proven
understanding of jewellery construction, materials, and gemstone setting, with the ability to visualise and technically
interpret designs.
* Drive: Extremely efficient and capable of working effectively to deadlines.
* Communication: Possess fantastic
written and verbal communication skills.
* Brand Alignment: You are strongly aligned with the core values of
SARAH & SEBASTIAN, a brand whose
aesthetic is deeply inspired by the ocean.
MAKE WAVES: Think creatively. Challenge
ourselves and the status quo.
ACT WITH PRECISION: Act with care and
attention.
INSPIRE COMMUNITY: Collaborate, show
respect, create enduring relationships.
PROTECT WHAT IS PRECIOUS: Be
ambassadors for ocean conservation and
accountable for our impact.
WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE
* A competitive salary package.
* A generous staff discount and product
allowance.
* A complimentary bespoke SOLDERED
bracelet.
* Birthday leave—take a paid day off on your birthday.
* The opportunity to grow and flourish
within a dynamic, innovative brand.
* Free access to our Employee Assistance
Program (Acacia).
* Experience working for a company that is committed to raising awareness & funds
for our oceans.
* Being part of a company that is a Gold
member of the Australian Marine
Conservation Society and certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council.
To be considered for this exceptional opportunity, please apply with your CV, portfolio
(or relevant examples of your work), and a
brief cover letter outlining a little about you
and what has driven you to apply for this role to
This is a full-time contract with the benefit of a nine-day fortnight, based at the
SARAH & SEBASTIAN studio in Alexandria,
Sydney.
We look forward to hearing from you.