Mechanical Engineer / Product Designer Needed for Smart Coffee Machine Concept
Worldwide
I am looking for a mechanical engineer or industrial product designer to quote the mechanical development of a premium smart coffee machine concept. The product, currently called 3E COFFEE, is a compact cylindrical coffee machine designed for soft coffee pads, similar to Senseo-style pads. The concept includes a matte black anodized aluminum body, orange accents, a circular OLED display on top, three physical buttons, and a removable coffee pad module. The removable pad module is a key part of the design. It should fit precisely into the main body and include the coffee pad holder/dispenser, a handle or grip, the coffee outlet nozzle, sealing interface, and easy cleaning/removal. The machine may also include a removable lower base for drainage or residue collection. At this stage, I am only looking for a quotation. I would like to understand the estimated cost, timeline, deliverables, and development approach. Expected work may include: * Mechanical feasibility review * Product architecture recommendation * External enclosure design * Removable pad holder module design * Coffee outlet/nozzle integration * Removable base/drainage collector design * Material and manufacturing recommendations * CAD model suitable for prototyping * STEP files and basic technical drawings * DFM considerations for CNC, aluminum parts, plastic parts, seals, and assembly The engineer does not need to design the electronics, but the mechanical design should consider space for internal components such as water tank, pump, heater, PCB, OLED display, buttons, sensors, wiring, and tubing. Please include in your quotation: * Estimated cost * Estimated timeline * Deliverables included * CAD software used * Relevant experience with consumer products, kitchen appliances, coffee machines, water/heat systems, sealing, or removable modules * Whether you can support prototyping and supplier communication later I will provide sketches, renders, and a description of the intended user experience.
- Less than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 1-3 monthsDuration
- Entry levelExperience Level
$10.00
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$30.00
Hourly- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
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