With over 30 years of hands-on engineering experience, I design and develop products, precision machines, mechanisms, laboratory instruments, automated processes, and custom equipment that work reliably under demanding conditions.
Clients bring me in when they need a skilled designer with advanced SolidWorks skills to bridge the gap between a concept at any stage and a fully functional, manufacturing-ready system.
My skills include:
Expert SolidWorks Engineering: I build robust, clean 3D CAD models, top-down assemblies, and precise production drawings optimized for manufacturing.
Accelerated Prototyping: I combine professional design skills with in-house rapid prototyping and local access to CNC machine tools. This allows me to test and iterate quickly, and prove mechanical concepts early.
Cross-Functional Systems Integration: I integrate mechanical systems with electronics, optics, fluidics, pneumatics, software, lab-ware, and biological systems.
Core Engineering Capabilities:
Medical & Laboratory Automation – I design systems incorporating automated fluid dispensing, motion control, and advanced analytical techniques.
Robotics & Precision Motion Control – Implementing multi-axis motion, power transmission systems, and machine vision components.
Custom Mechanisms – I design precision custom mechanisms for novel applications.
Design for Manufacture – I am a machinist and fabricator with a manufacturing background. I bring that knowledge and experience to bear whenever I design a part or an assembly.
Ready to de-risk your development timeline? Click the "Invite to Job" or "Send Message" button on the right. Let's schedule a brief introductory call to discuss your technical specifications and engineering roadblocks.
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Design
Machine Design
Research & Development
Product Development
Product Design
Mechatronics
Automation
Prototyping
CAD Drafting
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
3D Printing
SolidWorks
Autodesk Fusion 360
Rapid Prototyping
Finite Element Analysis
Concept Development & Testing
CAD & CAM Software
Design for Manufacturing
Custom Part Design
Sara A.
Cambridge, Massachusetts
$50/hr
5.0
11 jobs
My goal is to help you out with your job while utilizing my skills and professional work experience!
• I hold a Master of Science degree in Construction Management and Bachelor’s degrees
in both architecture and Construction Engineering.
• In the United States or anywhere else around the globe, I believe I could still help you! I
have 3 years of professional architectural office experience in the United States and 3
years in Egypt. So, I work both imperial and metric on permit and construction drawings.
• Working on commercial architecture in Chicago, I specialize in restaurant design,
commercial kitchen design and equipment selection. I do a lot of fast food restaurants,
sushi restaurants, pizzerias, ice cream shops…etc., and I also develop retail stores, 3-flat
houses and corporate office build-outs. So, whatever you got, I’m here!
Not sure how I can help? Lets get in touch and we’ll take it from there!
Adobe Photoshop
SketchUp
Autodesk AutoCAD
Microsoft Project
Microsoft Office
Construction Management
Oracle Primavera
Arabic to English Translation
English to Arabic Translation
Tosha H.
Cambridge, Massachusetts
$250/hr
5.0
19 jobs
Visionary Product Development Consultant with 20+ years transforming CPG, Beauty, and Apparel brands through AI-driven innovation and global sourcing expertise.
As a C-suite executive turned consultant, I've scaled multimillion to billion-dollar businesses by blending cutting-edge technology with consumer insights. My patent product development approach has created market-leading innovations, including products that led to unicorn company valuations. I leverage AI tools to revolutionize design and merchandising processes, giving my clients a competitive edge in digital transformation.
I specialize in helping CPG product launches achieve faster time-to-market, Apparel and CPG brand development that captures consumer trends, and apparel merchandising strategies that drive sales growth. My global sourcing consultant background enables me to optimize supply chains while my fashion tech integration expertise positions brands for the digital-first marketplace. Clients typically either successfully launch their product or significantly increase sales through my strategic guidance.
Whether you need project-based consulting, ongoing retainer support, or equity partnership arrangements, I adapt my approach to your business needs and timeline.
Ready to transform your product vision into market success? Let's discuss how my proven brand scaling strategies and AI-powered innovation approach can accelerate your growth in today's competitive landscape.
What I Offer
🔹 AI-Driven Product Development – Utilizing cutting-edge AI tools (Mid-Journey, NewArc, Lily AI, Runway, Make The Dot) to optimize design concepts and consumer response before production.
🔹 Fashion & Textile Innovation – Expertise in product development, material science, and patented textile technologies (10 U.S. patents).
🔹 Sourcing & Manufacturing Strategy – Global network of manufacturers and suppliers for cost-effective, high-quality production.
🔹 Brand Growth & Digital Transformation – Scaling fashion brands through AI-powered design testing, customer engagement analytics, and e-commerce acceleration.
🔹 Startups & Business Strategy – Advisory support for fashion startups, product commercialization, and supply chain optimization.
Career Highlights
✅ Executive VP of Product & Sourcing at Venus Fashion – Implemented AI-driven design and digital product testing, leading a team of 80 professionals.
✅ Chief Growth Officer at Blogilates & Popflex Active – Scaled revenue by 50% YoY and secured major retail expansion into Target.
✅ Co-Founder & Chief Innovation Officer at Brrr° – Launched proprietary cooling fabric technology, earning recognition from CNBC's Disruptor 50.
✅ Chief Product Officer at AFFOA (MIT Partnership) – Led the development of the world’s first digitally connected textile.
✅ Head of Product Development at SPANX – Played a pivotal role in 200% revenue growth, launching multiple new product lines and patents.
✅ Founder of TLH Designs – Consulting startups and brands in product development, digital fashion testing, and sourcing strategies.
✅ Co-Founder of Hurdle Apparel Inc. – Invented a first-of-its-kind patented sock design with an integrated polymer matrix.
Why Work With Me?
💡 Proven Industry Expertise – 20+ years of leadership across luxury, activewear, shapewear, and textile tech.
💡 AI-Powered Innovation – Expert in leveraging AI to revolutionize design, merchandising, and product testing.
💡 Global Network – Strong relationships with manufacturers, retailers, and innovators worldwide.
💡 Hands-On Leadership – I’ve led teams of up to 80 and built high-performing, cross-functional product teams.
💡 Data-Driven Results – I specialize in AI-driven consumer analytics to optimize designs before production.
Let’s Collaborate!
Whether you're a fashion startup looking to launch a brand, an established retailer needing AI-powered product testing, or a business seeking to optimize sourcing and manufacturing, I can help! Let’s bring innovation, efficiency, and commercial success to your products.
📩 Message me to discuss your project!
Accessories
Clothing
Design Writing
2D Design & Drawings
Product Development
Design for Manufacturing
Design & Usability Research
2D Design
Kyle S.
Cambridge, Massachusetts
$75/hr
5.0
80 jobs
I'm a 3D designer with experience in taking ideas from an idea in your head to a marketable product. Whether you're looking for a simple design, a photo realistic picture or a 3D printed prototype, I'm excited to help!
- Experienced in Solidworks modeling, including animation and sheet metal work
- I will personally manage every part of your project, starting from an idea, including up to helping you identify a large scale manufacturer if thats what your next step is
-I pride myself on customer service, a project is not done until you're completely satisfied and happy. Regular communication will lead to a successful project!
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