SummaryAs the Manager of Design Engineering at David Yurman, you will lead comprehensive project management efforts, focusing on engineering and manufacturing excellence. You will serve as the primary contact with external vendors, ensuring seamless communication and troubleshooting engineering challenges from design inception to completion.
Responsibilities- Partner with the Senior Director of Design Engineering on new product efforts, focusing on engineering, manufacturing, and design aesthetic needs.
- Serve as the primary contact with external vendors during engineering collaboration, ensuring timelines are met.
- Work closely with NY-based design teams early in the development process to ensure engineering needs are met.
- Own Pre-DFM Meetings for both Men’s and Women’s businesses.
- Manage ECN projects, including communication with vendors, inspecting models, and implementing solutions to correct known issues.
- Run bi-weekly ECN meetings, updating the team on project status and ensuring timely completion.
- Execute and maintain all product engineering-specific documentation, including project kits and reference documents.
- Coordinate with the Costing Team to advise on estimated pricing for new design concepts.
- Monitor engineering issues and problem-solve throughout the manufacturing process.
Requirements- BA or BS degree in Mechanical Engineering with a background in jewelry design preferred.
- 2-3 years of project management experience in the jewelry industry or manufacturing engineering required.
- Excellent prioritization and time management skills.
- Experience in new product development and/or manufacturing process improvement.
- Ability to analyze complex engineering problems.
- Knowledge of modern jewelry manufacturing techniques and precious metal metallurgy.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with knowledge of InDesign/Illustrator/Photoshop a plus.
- Practical CAD knowledge, specifically Rhino software.
- Working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Oracle software.
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