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Need a design that can actually be manufactured—not just a 3D model? I help clients turn ideas, sketches, and existing designs into manufacturing-ready CAD for steel structures, sheet metal parts, and industrial assemblies. Whether you’re building something new or fixing an existing design, I can help with: • Turning sketches, photos, or rough ideas into clean 3D CAD • Creating fabrication-ready drawings for laser cutting, bending, and welding • Fixing messy or unusable CAD files • Improving designs to reduce cost and simplify manufacturing • Assembling and validating parts before production I specialize in: Steel frames & welded structures (RHS, structural components) Sheet metal parts & enclosures (folded, cut, production-ready) Industrial equipment, brackets, mounts & assemblies I don’t just design—I design with real-world fabrication in mind, including processes like welding, forming, and post-processing. With experience in both mechanical design and fabrication environments, I understand what works on screen vs what actually works in the workshop. If you need a design that’s clean, practical, and ready to build—send me a message and let’s discuss your project.

I am a methodical, analytical & hands on designer with a track record of being able to work well as part of a large or small team. I have a strong technical design ability with attention to detail. I'm passionate about exploring innovative ideas and practicing intelligent design and critical thinking by drawing inspiration from simplicity with a "form follows function" approach to design. With more than 15 years professional experience - 4 years Point of Sale, 5 years Safety Apparel, 6 years Product Design, I am ready to branch out as a freelancer. My skills will cover anything the project may require, including but not limited to; Project management, Research, Sketching, Prototyping, 3D modeling, Engineering and Designing for Manufacture.

I help companies turn product ideas into manufacturable products ready for production. With over 30 years of product development experience, I specialize in designing products that are not only functional and attractive, but also optimized for manufacturing processes such as injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, blow molding and die casting. Many companies struggle to move from concept to a product that manufacturers can actually produce economically. My work focuses specifically on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) so that your product can move efficiently from prototype to mass production. I regularly assist clients with: • Consumer product development • Electronic enclosure design for PCB devices • Plastic product design for injection molding • Bottle and container design for blow molding • Mechanical product design for sheet metal fabrication • Industrial equipment and vehicle accessories My goal is simple: create product designs that manufacturers can build reliably and cost-effectively. What you can expect when working with me ✔ A professional 3D CAD product design ready for manufacturing ✔ Designs optimized for injection molding and production ✔ Clear communication and progress updates ✔ Collaboration with your manufacturers worldwide Experience • Mechanical Engineering Degree (1994) • 30 years product development experience • Top Rated Plus freelancer on Upwork • ~$300K earned on the platform Previous clients include companies such as Ford, Toyota, BMW and Unilever, as well as startups and inventors developing new patented products. If you are looking for an experienced designer who understands both product development and manufacturing, I would be happy to assist with your next project.

I am a Podcast Editor and Audio Engineer. With meticulous attention to detail, I am confident in my ability to deliver high-quality audio that elevates any project. My experience includes: •7 years of recording studio management and facilitation. •proficiency with DAW's such as Logic Pro X, Pro Tools and Audacity. •knowledge of various DSP tools. Additionally, since 2022, I have been recording, editing, mixing and mastering Podcasts and Voice Overs for various clients around Johannesburg. That's me in a nutshell, open and clear communication is important to me, so let's keep in touch.

Mechanical Engineer | CFD · FEA · CAD | 2× USPTO Patents | Top Rated Plus Overview: Mechanical engineer specialising in CFD, FEA, and thermal systems, with two granted USPTO patents in cooling technology (US 12,452,991 · US 12,453,048). I design and validate heat exchangers, HVAC systems, centrifugal fans, and refrigerant loops in OpenFOAM, ANSYS Fluent, SimScale, and SolidWorks Flow Simulation. Top Rated Plus on Upwork , 85+ contracts, 3,000+ hours, $275K+ earned. Based in Cape Town, South Africa. Former CTO of a product development company. I don't ship black-box "trust me" reports. Every deliverable carries the mesh, Y+ verification, residual history, and flow-uniformity evidence behind the numbers. Results your team can defend in a design review. And because I've built a Python+OpenFOAM automation pipeline, I run parametric sweeps hand-meshing freelancers can't: on Heat exchanger contracts(2026), a 224,000-point overnight sweep on a centrifugal heat exchanger surfaced a geometry that more than doubled system COP. Core Services CFD: heat exchangers, HVAC, centrifugal fans, ducts, refrigerant loops; conjugate heat transfer, natural convection, multiphase flow with species transport, turbulence modelling (k-ω SST, realizable k-ε, LES where warranted). FEA / Structural: stress, fatigue life, vibration, drop/impact testing, nonlinear and topology optimisation, composites (CalculiX, ANSYS Mechanical). Acoustic / NVH: noise prediction and NVH analysis. CAD & Documentation: SOLIDWORKS parametric modelling, assemblies, sheet metal, weldments, surface modelling, photorealistic rendering, and manufacturing-ready technical drawings. Software: OpenFOAM, ANSYS Fluent, ANSYS Mechanical, SimScale, STAR-CCM+, COMSOL Multiphysics, SolidWorks (CAD + Flow Simulation), CalculiX, Gmsh, AutoCAD, Fusion 360, MATLAB, Python. Selected Work: Heat exchanger (2026) — 224k-point automated CFD sweep on a centrifugal heat exchanger; found a geometry that >2× system COP. Brine–CO₂ corrosion modelling, oil-field pipework (2025–26, active) — multiphase CFD with species transport. USC approved Valve (2025) — backflow-preventer pressure-loss validation to AWWA C510 across six configurations. EvansWerks (2023–26) — 32-month principal-engineer engagement for Product development Patented airless tyre (2026) — coupled FEA + thermal feasibility on an adaptive airless tyre (CalculiX + Gmsh). toronto university wind tunnel (2025) — contraction-section CFD achieving <1% velocity-profile RMS in the working section. Credentials: Mechanical Engineering, advanced simulation focus (in progress) · BSc.Eng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering, UKZN · Aerospace Systems Research Group affiliate since 2019 · 2× granted USPTO patents in cooling-system technology. Industries: Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Manufacturing, Medical Devices, Consumer Products, HVAC, Electronics Cooling. Working With Me: Send a brief or job link → scope, a fixed or hourly quote, and a stated turnaround within one business day. Every project ships with validated mesh, residual + Y+ + flow-uniformity plots, side-by-side configuration comparison, and a one-page executive summary. Regular updates throughout, designs optimized for manufacturability. Overlap with US, EU, and APAC business hours.

Clients hire me when they need more than a design file — they need a product that’s manufacturable, elegant, and backed by 15+ years of proven results. With nearly 600 projects completed, Top Rated Plus status for 5+ years, a 100% job success score, and hundreds of 5-star reviews, I bring a track record to deliver confidently. With 20+ years in industrial design and engineering, I specialize in Furniture Design, Medical Products, and Pet Industry products aligned with international standards. My unique edge: a strong foundation in manufacturing techniques combined with materials mastery, giving you a “no-gap” solution where design, function, and compliance meet seamlessly. Deep Knowledge of the Full Development Cycle - Research & Benchmarking – Competitive teardown analysis, materials research, ergonomics, cost implications. - Concept Design – Sketches, ideation, and form factor optimization tuned for user experience. - CAD Modeling & DFM – 3D assemblies, full DFA/DFM practices to ensure scalable manufacturing. - Engineering for Compliance – Parts engineered to last. - Rapid Prototyping – 3D printing, CNC machining, Wood and Metal Fabrication Drawings - Production Support – BOM management, supplier liaison, tolerance analysis, and full production packs ready for manufacturing partners. This end-to-end fluency means you won’t have to juggle multiple freelancers or worry about knowledge gaps. My portfolio includes contributions to high-profile products: - Many furniture solutions for Ukhuni, South Africa - Various medical products for Vive, USA - Over 50 projects specific to the Pet Industry When you work with me, your idea isn’t just designed - it’s engineered for success.