Leather Development Engineer
Join Louis Vuitton in Paris as a Leather Development Engineer. Lead material development and collaborate with international designers in the luxury fashion industry.
Overview
Louis Vuitton, a distinguished name in the luxury fashion industry for over 150 years, is part of the LVMH conglomerate, renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation. As an employer, Louis Vuitton offers a dynamic and stimulating environment where creativity and craftsmanship are at the forefront of its operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead the development of leather materials in collaboration with suppliers, ensuring alignment with project objectives such as style, quality, cost, and timelines.
- Provide expertise to creative teams to ensure the industrial feasibility of initial prototypes.
- Develop and formalize industrial specifications for suppliers and assist in the selection of supplier panels.
- Oversee the industrialization of leather collections in collaboration with suppliers, validating design and manufacturing processes.
- Approve leathers through laboratory testing, process validation, audits, and appearance criteria.
- Ensure leather assembly in collaboration with the finished product manufacturing site.
- Propose optimizations throughout the industrialization process to enhance and simplify material design.
- Manage innovation projects related to materials, including design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree equivalent to Bac+5 in engineering or related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in development and industrialization roles.
Skills
Experience
At least 8 years of experience in development and industrialization within the luxury fashion industry.
Education
Bachelor's degree equivalent to Bac+5 in engineering or related field.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and stimulating environment with international designers and stylists, contributing to the creation of luxury leather goods collections.
Culture
The workplace culture at Louis Vuitton is characterized by a passion for innovation and excellence, with a focus on teamwork and collaboration. Employees are encouraged to develop their skills and grow within the company, contributing to the creation of iconic luxury products.