Careers at The Village Goldsmith

At the Village Goldsmith, we are a friendly and diverse team of dedicated individuals driven by a passion for innovation, quality and exceptional client service. While most of our team is based at our Wellington showroom, design studio and workshop - our projects span the globe. With groundbreaking international design and manufacturing projects with the world's premier diamond and fine jewellery companies, we're constantly looking for new ways to inspire and delight our clients.

If you don’t see an open role listed on this page, you can still register your interest in joining our team.  

Now Hiring: CAD Designer

The Role

This is your chance to be part of a team creating truly original jewellery — pieces that push past convention and bring once-impossible ideas to life.

You’ll work on a wide range of projects: from bespoke one-off commissions, to internal R&D and Floeting® platform innovations, to designs destined for global release. You’ll be part of a multi-disciplinary team where artistry meets engineering — and where your ideas won’t just sit in a folder, they’ll be brought to life and worn across the world.

About You

Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced designer, you bring a strong foundation in design. You might have a background in:

·       Industrial design, architecture, product design, or jewellery

·       CAD-savvy and excited by creative tech

·       Fluent in Rhino, MatrixGold, Grasshopper, or Fusion360

·       Inspired by AI-assisted design, generative tools, or automation workflows

·       A natural problem-solver who can engineer beauty, not just draw it

·       Excited to work alongside and collaborate with master jewellers, developers, and global partners

·       Looking for a studio that values craft, creativity, and innovation equally

You Will

·       Create highly accurate CAD files using Rhino/MatrixGold, Grasshopper, and Fusion360
·       Translate sketches, briefs, and customer stories into beautiful, manufacturable 3D designs

·       Collaborate with internal teams and international partners to balance artistry and scale

·       Use tools like ZBrush, Maverick, Adobe Suite for rendering and presentation

·       Embrace and explore AI, LLMs, and AR/VR integrations in your design process

·       Contribute to our in-house CAD automation, R&D tools, and Floeting® platform evolution

You’ll also have the opportunity to grow — supported by mentorship from industry leaders, cross-functional collaboration, and access to a cutting-edge design environment that encourages experimentation and continuous learning.

If you believe you might be the rare gem we've been searching for, please apply to careers@villagegoldsmith.co.nz with your CV and a cover letter explaining in 300 words or less what excites you about this role and joining our team. We will be reviewing applications as they are received. We look forward to hearing from you. 

Expressions of Interest