Jewelry CAD Designer

We are a Los Angeles–based fine jewelry manufacturer seeking an in-house Jewelry CAD Designer to join our production team. This is a hands-on role focused on creating production-ready CAD models for fine jewelry, primarily engagement rings and custom pieces.

This position is on-site and best suited for a designer who understands real-world manufacturing constraints and works efficiently with setters, casters, and production staff.

Responsibilities

• Create precise, production-ready jewelry CAD models
• Design engagement rings, wedding bands, and custom fine jewelry
• Modify and refine existing CAD files based on production feedback
• Work closely with manufacturing, casting, and setting teams
• Ensure designs meet structural, aesthetic, and stone-setting requirements

Requirements

• Strong experience using Matrix (required)
• Experience with MatrixGold (preferred)
• Solid understanding of jewelry construction and stone setting
• Ability to create clean, accurate, and manufacturable CAD files
• Experience designing for real production (not render-only work)
• Strong attention to detail and time management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a jewelry manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with diamond and gemstone specifications
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, collaborative setting

What We Offer

• Full-time, stable in-house position
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Work directly with a seasoned jewelry manufacturing team
• Opportunity to design pieces that go into real production

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person