Jewelry CAD Designer

We're hiring on behalf of a US-based jewelry wholesaler looking for a detail-oriented Jewelry CAD Designer to join their team on a contract basis. You'll be responsible for turning design concepts, sketches, and client briefs into clean, production-ready 2D designs and artwork, working closely with the production and sales teams to deliver accurate, manufacturable pieces on tight timelines.
Please mention your Adobe Illustrator experience and jewelry design background in your application, and include an email address linked to your MS Teams account. Applications without an email linked to an MS Teams account will NOT be considered.
What you'll do:
– Use AI tools to generate and explore design concepts, then develop the strongest ideas into finished pieces
– Create detailed 2D jewelry designs and technical drawings in Adobe Illustrator from sketches, reference images, or written briefs
– Produce technical line drawings, layout sheets, and catalog-ready artwork
– Develop color renderings and illustrations of pieces for client approval and marketing use
– Prepare clean, accurate design files and specs for the production team
– Account for manufacturing considerations such as proportions, stone sizes, settings, and standard ring sizing
– Maintain consistency across design sets and product lines
– Revise designs quickly based on client and production feedback
– Coordinate with internal sales reps and the production team to resolve design, sizing, and feasibility questions
What we're looking for:
– Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for 2D jewelry design and technical drawing
– Hands-on jewelry design experience across rings, pendants, earrings, and bracelets
– Solid understanding of jewelry manufacturing, including stone setting and assembly, and how it informs accurate design
– Working knowledge of gemstone shapes and sizes, metal properties, and standard ring sizing
– A portfolio of jewelry design work is required
– Strong attention to detail and accuracy
– Advanced English writing and speaking skills
– Available to work full overlap with US Eastern Time
– Willingness to use Timeproof for time tracking
– Comfortable working independently with minimal day-to-day supervision
– Experience using AI tools for concept generation and ideation is a strong plus. The client is keen to build AI into their design process and would welcome someone who can introduce new tools, ideas, and ways of working to the team