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Luke A.

Pearsall, Texas

$85/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I bring mechanical design, electrical integration, embedded systems, and CAD development together in one engineering workflow, which is where many product problems are actually solved. My work focuses on the difficult space between physical parts, electronics, firmware behavior, sensors, wiring, enclosures, power, and real-world assembly constraints. I design products and systems that are not only modeled correctly, but also practical to build, test, service, and improve. My background includes 3D CAD assemblies, machined and sheet-metal parts, PCB fit planning, connector access, enclosure layouts, harness routing, embedded hardware integration, and prototype refinement. I am comfortable taking an early idea, rough sketch, existing CAD file, circuit concept, or partial prototype and turning it into a clear engineering direction. For embedded and hardware-related projects, I understand how mechanical decisions affect signal quality, thermal performance, component access, durability, and long-term reliability. I have supported projects involving compact electronic devices, sensor-based products, control systems, test fixtures, automation hardware, and custom mechanical-electrical assemblies. A common problem I solve is when the electrical design, enclosure design, and mechanical layout do not fit together cleanly, creating assembly issues, service problems, or reliability risks. My approach is to review the full system early, identify conflicts before fabrication, and create CAD models, layouts, BOMs, drawings, and documentation that reduce rework. Clients usually come to me when they need someone who can see the whole product, not just one isolated part of it. I focus on practical engineering, clean communication, and build-ready results that help move a concept from design into a working prototype or manufacturable product.

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Engineering & Architecture
  • Energy
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • SolidWorks
  • Circuit Design
  • Altium Designer
  • C++
  • Embedded C
  • Raspberry Pi
  • MEP Design
  • CAD
  • Autodesk Fusion 360
  • IOTA
  • PCB Design
  • CAD Drafting
  • PLC Programming
  • 3D Design
  • Product Design
Lincoln E.

Dallas, Texas

$180/hr
4.9
111 jobs

I help companies design, prototype, and troubleshoot complex hardware systems, especially where mechanical, electrical, thermal, and control systems must work together reliably in demanding real-world environments. I am a former Head of R&D at Northrop Grumman Marine Systems, with experience in turbines, generators, electric motors, rotating machinery, and large-scale power systems. My work also includes combustion systems, battery systems, power electronics, embedded hardware, and full product development from concept through working prototype. I work with startups and established companies on: - hardware system design - rotating machinery and power systems - combustion, thermal, and fluid systems - battery and embedded hardware - controls, instrumentation, and industrial automation - diagnosing and solving difficult engineering problems I focus on practical, buildable solutions with strong attention to reliability, manufacturability, safety, and system integration. I’m often brought in when a project needs senior-level engineering direction to move from concept to a working system efficiently. I studied engineering and business at Stanford University and have 20+ years of experience working with venture-backed startups, helping connect engineering decisions to product development, scaling, and execution.

  • Prototyping
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Control Engineering
  • Embedded System
  • Hardware Design
  • Product Development
  • Power Electronics
  • PCB Design
  • Circuit Design
  • Industrial Automation
  • Mechatronics
  • Analog Circuit
  • Digital Electronics
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • Marine Engineering
  • Structural Analysis
  • Electronics
  • Instrumentation
  • Systems Engineering
George Z.

Houston, Texas

$115/hr
4.9
234 jobs

🏆Designed & sold >$2M of my own product. Own 12+ patents all over the world. Been there, done that. 💯 3-month 100% Money-Back guarantee if project deliverable failed. 🔝Managing supply chain for Amazon top sellers. 10+ years of developing products for Amazon, B2B, retail, and Kickstarters. 💬Message me for links to my current Amazon/Shopify best seller products, past kickstarter projects, and references. 💲Commercialized products from toys, kitchenware to electronics. 🏭Relationships with tier 1 factories across the industry (Ikea, Lululemon, viewsonic, Walmart, Home Depot, Cosco, etc). No more sourcing from agents on Alibaba. ♾️Full solution in-and-out: new product design, sourcing, mass production, quality control, logistics, tariff optimization, etc. 🧪Familiar with various materials: silicone rubber, plastics, metal, EVA, foam, wood, fabric, glasses, PCBs, batteries, glass fiber, carbon fiber, granite, and optical lenses. 🛠️Experienced in rapid prototyping: 3D printing, silicone casting, CNC, laser cutting, factory sampling. 📐Repertoire of robust manufacturing contracts, bilingual NNNs, and other contracts. Discounted pricing from top China intellectual property and corporate law firms. 🚧Why choose me as your product designer or professional sourcing contact?🚧 🔺Want to launch succesful products on Amazon, Etsy, or Shopify? 🔺Had bad experience with Alibaba sellers and need consistent quality? 🔺Are you worried about having to keep hiring different people for different phases of the product development cycle (design, prototyping, sourcing, sampling, DVT, EVT, PVT, quality control, MP)? 🔺Do you feel overwhelmed by the whole process from an idea to delivering a finished product to the customer's doorstep? 🔺Need intellectual property protection help along the way? Shoot me a message and I would be happy to hop on a call to discuss further! I am an experienced product full solution provider. I can walk a client from the initial product formulation stage, to the prototyping stage, and all the way through sourcing, factory sampling, and mass production stage. I think in many dimensions - cost, durability, ease of manufacturing, ease of prototyping, material availability, aesthetics, ease of use, etc.

  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Product Design
  • Mechanical Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Printing
  • SolidWorks
  • Injection Mold Design
  • CAD
  • Material Design
  • 3D Rendering
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • Quality Control
  • 3D Design
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Sourcing
Emmanuel F.

Weslaco, Texas

$35/hr
5.0
28 jobs

I'm a mechanical engineer that enjoys developing new products. 3D modeling your ideas will help start your invention path and create something new. I create 3D models for prototyping, 3D printing, or manufacturing. - Product development from ideation to manufacturing - Supply chain setup for production capacity - Iterative design process with 3D printing for rapid development I also run a 3D printing and prototyping studio, samples of my work are available at levelupgadgets3d.com.

  • 3D Printing
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Autodesk Fusion 360
  • 3D Modeling
  • CAD
  • Manufacturing
  • Internet of Things
  • Product Design
  • Prototype Design
  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Printable 3D Models
  • Prop Design
Haseeb P.

Houston, Texas

$25/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Have an innovative mobile app idea, a design prototype, or a web platform you’re ready to bring to life? Whether you're starting from a rough concept or already experimenting with wireframes and modern tools, I help founders and growing businesses turn complex ideas into seamless, intuitive, and scalable digital products without wasting months of time or thousands of dollars on flawed execution. Proven Track Record: • 10+ Years of Experience leading UI/UX design & product development • 2M+ End-Users interacting with mobile and web apps I’ve designed & built • Top Tier Design Quality: Scalable Figma design systems, tokens, and production-ready code • End-to-End Delivery: From initial wireframes to high-fidelity interactive prototypes & mobile apps A few years ago, I saw firsthand how many startups fail simply because of poor user experience and disconnected development. Hiring the wrong design team or building without a clear UI/UX strategy usually ends in a costly redesign. Having led design teams and built dozens of products across mobile and web platforms, I bridge the gap between pixel-perfect UI/UX design and clean frontend architecture. I’ve helped over 100+ founders and businesses launch high-converting products across SaaS, AI platforms, cross-platform mobile apps (iOS & Android), and digital marketing systems. How I Can Help You: Mobile & Web UI/UX: Complete user flows, interactive Figma prototypes, and heuristic UX audits. Scalable Design Systems: Advanced Figma components, variables, tokens, and seamless developer handoffs. App Development: Cross-platform mobile app development focused on performance and clean architecture. Product Strategy: Consultation on app timelines, design-to-code workflow, and MVP scoping. Core Stack & Tools: Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Flutter / React Native, Mobile UI Implementation, Design Tokens & Variables, User Research & Wireframing. If you’re serious about building a modern product that your users will actually love using, let’s talk! Drop me a message to discuss your vision.

  • Prototyping
  • Mobile App Design
  • User Interface Design
  • User Experience Design
  • Figma
  • Mobile App Development
  • iOS Development
  • Android App Development
  • Wireframing
  • Web Application
  • Flutter
  • User Flow
  • Product Design
  • Product Development
  • React Native
Jadon L.

Georgetown, Texas

$55/hr
5.0
19 jobs

Need a prototype designed, manufactured, and tested - fast? I specialize in turning ideas into fully functional products under tight deadlines. Whether you need me to deliver a complete prototype or just provide ready-to-manufacture files, I’ll make sure your design is production-ready. 🧊⚙️CAD & Mechanical Design - 3D Design & Modeling (Solid & Surface Modeling) - Print-ready 3D files (STL) - CNC-ready 2D/3D files (DXF) - Detailed 2D manufacturing drawings (Injection molding, Sheet metal, FDM, SLA) - Exploded view with Bill of Materials (BOM) and weld/cut list 🔌💻Mechatronics & Embedded Systems - PCB Design & Layout (Gerber files) - Microcontroller Programming (Arduino, C, C++, Python, JavaScript) - Component Selection & System Integration (Electronics + Mechanics) - LED & Visual Display Systems - IoT Device Development (WiFi & Bluetooth) 🛠️In-house Prototyping & Testing - 3D Printing & Fabrication - PCB Prototype Manufacturing - Prototype Assembly & Functional Testing 🙋Why Choose Me? Your time is valuable - and having a reliable partner makes all the difference in product development. Whether you’re an individual, a startup, or an established company, I provide strong communication, attention to detail, and creative problem-solving to turn your ideas into reality.

  • Functional Prototype
  • Product Design
  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Manufacturing
  • Iterative Development
  • 3D Printing

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