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Precious A.

Ondo, Nigeria

$35/hr
4.0
13 jobs

3D Industrial Designer & Product Designer & PCB Designer | Fusion 360 . SolidWorks . Rhino . Keyshot | Electronics Enclosure Design | Medical Device Designer | Wearable Device Designer | Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineer | DFMA | Photorealistic Rendering | Startup Product Designer and Industrial Design | Concept I am a Senior Industrial Designer with 5+ years of experience developing consumer products from early concept through mass production. I help startups, entrepreneurs, and established brands turn ideas into manufacturable, market-ready products by combining industrial design, engineering awareness, and real-world manufacturing knowledge. My focus is not just creating attractive concepts, it is developing products that can actually be produced, scaled, and sold. Over the past decade, I have worked on a wide range of consumer products including consumer electronics, home & kitchen products, oral care, medical devices, lifestyle accessories, and kids’ products. My work has supported products sold through major retailers and global brands including Amazon, Target, Walmart, Newell Brands, Perrigo, Gibson Homewares, Microsoft, Nokia, and Disney. I specialize in guiding products through the entire development pipeline, from initial concept and design language to production-ready CAD and factory collaboration. My process focuses on three key outcomes: • User-centered design that stands out in the market • Engineering-aware development that reduces costly redesigns • Manufacturing-ready CAD optimized for tooling and production I regularly collaborate with engineering teams, sourcing specialists, and manufacturers to ensure a smooth transition from design to manufacturing. WHAT I DELIVER: 🏷 3D CAD Modeling & Mechanical Engineering — Precision parametric modeling in SolidWorks, Fusion 360, and Rhino 3D. Complex mechanical assemblies, PCB enclosures, electronics enclosure design, ergonomic handles, furniture components — clean, manufacturing-ready CAD your factories can actually use, complete with technical drawings and a full Bill of Materials (BOM). 🏷 Photorealistic Rendering & Product Visualization — KeyShot and Blender renders that sell your product before it's even built. Campaign-ready product visualization for crowdfunding, e-commerce, patent filings, and investor presentations. 🏷 Design for Manufacturing DFM & DFMA — Injection mold design, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, die casting, vacuum forming. I think about wall thickness, draft angles, parting lines, and tooling costs from the very first sketch, not as an afterthought. Every file I deliver is manufacturing-ready. 🏷 Industrial Design & Concept Development — Ideation, sketching, CMF strategy (Color, Materials & Finishes), and product architecture. Every concept is grounded in manufacturing feasibility, not just aesthetics. Specialties include consumer electronics design, wearable device design, and medical device design. 🏷 Rapid Prototyping & 3D Printing Prep — Print-ready STL files, prototype planning, and factory-ready file preparation. I guide product development from early concept through prototype to product launch, with the technical drawings and BOM your team needs to move fast. 🏷 Mechanical Engineering & Structural Design — From load-bearing assemblies to precision-fit enclosures, I apply core mechanical engineering principles to every product I touch. Tolerancing, material selection, fastener strategy, and structural integrity are baked into the design process, not bolted on at the end. 🏷 Packaging Design — Retail-ready structural dielines and shelf-impact strategy for consumer goods and hardware startups. → Consumer Electronics: Smart home devices, audio products, wearable device design, IoT, PCB enclosures, electronics enclosure design → Furniture & Home Goods: Seating, storage, lighting, modular systems → Medical & Health Devices: Handheld diagnostics, health tools, medical device design, 3D medical animation → Hardware Startups: MVP rapid prototyping, pitch-ready renders, manufacturing-ready CAD, and mechanical engineering support for product launch 🛠 TOOLS & SOFTWARE THAT I USE: 1. CAD & 3D Modeling: SolidWorks · Fusion 360 · Rhinoceros 3D 2. Rendering & Product Visualization: KeyShot · Blender · Adobe Dimension 3. Sketching: Procreate · Sketchbook Pro 4. Production: Adobe Illustrator · Adobe Photoshop Files delivered in STEP, STL, DXF, OBJ, or any format your team needs. Medical Animation | Biotech Animation | Healthcare Animation | Science Animation • 3D surgical animations demonstrating surgery, anatomy, and device functioning • Biotech and pharma animations demonstrating drug action and MOA • Biomedical and science visuals for education, R&D, and presentations • Medical device 3D animation and rendering for marketing and investor presentations Send me a message describing your product, even a rough idea or napkin sketch is enough. I'll respond within 24 hours with a clear plan

  • Rapid Prototyping
  • 3D Design
  • Industrial Design
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • 3D Product Rendering
  • Product Design
  • Industrial & Product Design Consultation
  • Photorealistic Rendering
  • SolidWorks
  • CAD
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Product Animation
  • Injection Mold Design
  • Design Concept
  • Sketching
  • Mechanical Design
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • 3D Animation
  • 3D Printing
  • Product Development
Devvan S.

Springfield, Ohio

$45/hr
4.4
221 jobs

As a Manufacturing Engineer, my duties are to design not only the parts that customers need, but also, help optimize the part design, prototype the design, create detailed blueprints for manufacturing and even design the injection mold tools that will produce the parts in mass. After the design is started, I collect all information to assist with the part designing process. I create the preliminary part design then, work with the customers to make any adjustments that may be needed. Through this time I 3d print prototypes if needed to send to the client. We then have a final review to make sure the design is functioning and cost effective for manufacturing processes. Once the design is approved, I can design the injection mold tool if needed. I can help to source manufacturing and offer consulting for any questions through the entire process. For some customers I program the CNC mills and lathes in order to produce every component needed to make the parts or injection mold tools. At my full time job I work doing all of the same things from above, We design parts, and injection molds, build the molds then run them all in house. After the first run we verify all dimensions are within tolerance make any changes needed then start production. I have designed many molds that are being used for 5-10 year+ contracts making automotive parts, aerospace, military and defense, government contracts, medical etc. I have 15 years of experience in 3d modeling, concept design, part design, 3d printing and rapid prototyping, CNC programming and much more. I'm proficient in Solidworks, AutoCAD, Camworks, Fusion 360, Inventor and many other programs used to design parts. I'm taking online classes for Manufacturing Engineering at Sinclair Community College in my spare time. I have the following certifications for SolidWorks and Camworks: Associate- Mechanical Design (CSWA) Associate- Additive Manufacturing (CSWA-AM) Professional- Mechanical Design (CSWP) Professional- Advanced Mold Making (CSWP-AMM) Professional- Advanced Surfacing (CSWP-AS) Professional- Advanced Drawing Tools (CSWP-DT) 14 Camworks certifications 112 SolidWorks certifications (continuing education from 2010-present) If I can help assist in any CAD designs, product designs, CNC programming,3d printing/ prototyping, product rendering, manufacturing, sourcing, reverse engineering, injection mold design, 3d printing or anything else please reach out as I'd love to see if I can help. KEYWORD TAGS: 3D Printing Expert, CAD Design, SolidWorks Specialist, Injection Mold Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Design Solutions, Rapid Prototyping, Industrial Design, Engineering Consultant, Prototyping Services, 3D Modeling, CAD Modeling, Additive Manufacturing, Mechanical Design, Reverse Engineering, Product Development, Design Engineering, Design for Manufacturability, CNC Machining, Product Prototyping, Mechanical Engineering, CAD Drafting, Design for Injection Molding, Product Visualization, 3D Design Services, Tooling Design, Digital Prototyping, CAD Conversion, Custom Prototyping, Design Optimization, 3D Rendering, Finite Element Analysis, Mechanical CAD, Prototype Development, 3D Printing Services, CAD Conversion Services, Design Validation, Rapid Prototype, CNC Programming, Design for Assembly, Engineering Design Services, Product Engineering, Mold Design Services, 3D Printed Prototypes, CAD Modeling Services, 3D Modeling Services, CAD Drafting Services, Product Design Consultant, 3D Printing Consultant, CAD Consultant, Engineering Consultancy, Injection Molding Design, Manufacturing Consultant, Rapid Prototyping Services, 3D Printed Products, CAD Design Services, Design for Manufacturing, Design Engineering Services, Product Design Agency, Mechanical Design Services, CAD Rendering, Industrial Design Services, 3D Modeling Agency, Design Consultancy, Product Development Services, CAD CAM Services, Mold Design Consultant, CAD Conversion Consultant, Product Design Studio, Mechanical Engineering Services, 3D Printing Studio, CAD Modeling Consultant, Rapid Prototyping Consultant, Product Design Firm, Mechanical CAD Services, Prototype Development Services, Design for Injection Molding Consultant, Product Design Company, 3D Printing Company, CAD Design Company, Manufacturing Engineering Consultant, Injection Mold Design Consultant, Design for Assembly Consultant, CNC Machining Services, Design Optimization Consultant, 3D Rendering Services, Consultant, CAD Conversion Company, Engineering Design Consultant, Product Engineering Consultant

  • Prototyping
  • CAD
  • 3D Design
  • SolidWorks
  • 3D Modeling
  • Injection Mold Design
  • Mechanical Design
  • 3D Printing
  • Product Design
  • CNC Programming
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • Reverse Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Concept Design
  • Engineering Design
Dhruvi V.

Bhavnagar, India

$20/hr
5.0
85 jobs

I am Mechanical Product Designer with expertise in 3D Modeling (SolidWorks & Fusion 360) and 3D Printing. With 6+ years of experience, I specialize in transforming ideas into innovative, functional designs through the power of CAD software, rapid prototyping and 3D printing. 🚀 My Core Expertise: - 3D Printable Models / Ready to Print STL files - 3D CAD Product Design (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Blender, ZBrush) - Industrial & Photorealistic Rendering (KeyShot, Fusion 360, Blender) - Functional Prototyping & Rapid Iteration through 3D Printing - Engineering & Technical Drawings (GA, P&ID, piping layouts, fabrication-ready drawings) - Concept-to-Production Design Support 🖨️ My 3D Printing Expertise: - FDM Printing: Durable prototypes & functional parts - SLA/Resin Printing: High-precision, smooth-surface models - Material selection guidance for strength, flexibility, or aesthetics - In-house facility for fast prototyping & testing ⚙️ My Work Habits: - Clear & daily communication - Regular progress updates with visuals (renders / prototypes) - Open to feedback & iteration for best results - Quick response & reliable support 👨‍💻 Why Choose Me ??? - 6+ years in Mechanical Product Design & Prototyping - 300+ products modeled, tested, and prototyped - Experience working with startups, inventors & manufacturing companies - Balance of creativity + engineering precision - Fast learner & solution-focused approach 🛠️ Services Offered: - 3D Product Design & CAD Modeling - 3D Printing & Rapid Prototyping (FDM, SLA) - Industrial & Marketing Renderings - Technical / Manufacturing Drawings - Design Optimization for Cost, Strength & Aesthetics - Concept Development → Prototype → Final Product I’m flexible with design solutions and always open to new ideas, with one big aim: to bring your vision into reality with precision and creativity. 📈 Let’s connect and start building your product today. 🚀 Thanks & Regards, Dhruvi V.

  • 3D Printing
  • Product Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Printer
  • Printable File
  • SolidWorks
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Model
  • Printable 3D Models
  • STL
  • CAD
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
Ahmed A.

Sargodha, Pakistan

$28/hr
4.6
59 jobs

I help startups, inventors, and manufacturing companies turn ideas into fully engineered, prototype-ready, and manufacturing-ready products using SolidWorks and professional mechanical design. With 4+ years of experience in product design, mechanical engineering, CAD modeling, and DFM, I specialize in taking a concept from early sketch → 3D CAD → prototype → and production-ready design. ⭐ What I Can Do for You ✔ Product Design (Consumer, Industrial, and Commercial) ✔ Mechanical Design & Engineering ✔ SolidWorks 3D CAD Modeling ✔ Prototype Development (3D printing, machining, fabrication) ✔ DFM – Design for Manufacturing (Injection molding, sheet metal, assembly) ✔ 2D Technical Drawings / Engineering Drawings ✔ Reverse Engineering & Product Improvements ✔ PCB/Hardware Enclosures ✔ Assembly Design & Exploded Views ⭐ Why Clients Work With Me Strong understanding of real-world manufacturing Experience designing functional prototypes for 3D printing Designs optimized for mass production and cost-efficient tooling Fast communication and collaborative approach 100% Job Success Score + Top Rated on Upwork ⭐ Industries I Work In Consumer products Electronics & smart devices Industrial equipment Medical accessories Home, kitchen & lifestyle products Custom hardware enclosures 3D printed prototypes ⭐ If you are: ➡ A startup needing full product development ➡ An inventor with a new idea ➡ A manufacturer needing production-ready CAD ➡ A 3D print company needing optimized models …I can help you bring your product to life with engineering accuracy and high-quality SolidWorks design. 📩 Let’s build your product — message me to get started!

  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Prototyping
  • SolidWorks
  • 3D Design
  • CAD
  • Engineering & Architecture
  • Product Design
  • 3D Printing
  • Injection Mold Design
  • 3D Animation
  • Industrial Design
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • Concept Design
  • Machine Design
  • 3D Product Rendering
Zeeshan T.

Rawalpindi, Pakistan

$30/hr
5.0
103 jobs

Have a product idea but don't know how to turn it into a working prototype or manufacturable product? I help startups, founders, and companies turn ideas into functional, production-ready products using structured product design, SolidWorks CAD engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing support. I'm Zeeshan, a Mechanical Engineer and Product Designer with 7+ years of experience developing consumer products, hardware devices, and mechanical products from concept to prototype to manufacturing. At 3D CUBE Design Studio, we focus on designing products that are not only visually appealing but also engineered for functionality, manufacturability, and real-world performance. Whether you're building a consumer product, wearable device, IoT hardware, or mechanical component, I help ensure the design works mechanically, electronically, and for production. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- My Typical Product Development Process ✅ Understanding your product idea and requirements ✅ Researching and planning the best design approach ✅ Creating concept sketches to explore design directions ✅ Developing the 3D CAD model in SolidWorks ✅ Electronics integration & PCB design (if the product includes electronics) ✅ In-house 3D printing to build working prototypes ✅ Testing the prototype, checking fit and making improvements ✅ Preparing final manufacturing-ready files and documentation ✅ Assisting with manufacturing coordination with factories if needed ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🔧 What I Specialize In ◆ Product Design & Development End-to-end product development from idea to production-ready design, including concept development, engineering, and manufacturing preparation. ◆ 3D CAD Modeling (SolidWorks) Precision CAD models optimized for injection molding, CNC machining, and 3D printing, including assemblies and manufacturing drawings. ◆ Electronics Integration & PCB Enclosure Design ECAD-MCAD integration, PCB layout coordination, enclosure design around electronics, and hardware packaging for functional devices and MVPs. ◆ Prototyping & Product Testing Rapid prototyping using in-house 3D printing to validate fit, functionality, and design performance before manufacturing. ◆ Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Engineering designs to ensure cost-efficient, scalable production with minimal manufacturing risks. ◆ Product Rendering & Visualization Photorealistic KeyShot renderings, product visuals, and animations for presentations, crowdfunding, and marketing. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 💡 Why Clients Work With Me ✅ Complete concept-to-manufacturing product development ✅ Strong experience in consumer hardware, IoT, wearables, and mechanical products ✅ Clear communication with video updates and CAD walkthroughs ✅ Designs optimized for real manufacturing, not just visuals ✅ Support through concept → prototype → production ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is a good fit if: ✅ You have a product idea and want to develop a prototype ✅ You need CAD for manufacturing ✅ You want guidance from concept to production Not the best fit if: ❌ You only need quick renders with no engineering ❌ You are looking for the lowest price ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Every product I design is built with intent - engineered to function, optimized for manufacturing, and refined for real-world use. If you're ready to turn your idea into a real product, send me a message or book a consultation and let's plan the next steps together.

  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Product Design
  • Industrial Design
  • SolidWorks
  • CAD
  • 3D Modeling
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • 3D Printing
  • Prototype Design
  • Product Development
  • Concept Design
  • Injection Mold Design
  • 2D Product Drawing
  • Sheet Metal
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Mechanical Design
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Model
  • CAD Drafting
  • Industrial & Product Design Consultation
Hammad A.

Rawalpindi, Pakistan

$28/hr
5.0
26 jobs

🚀 Have a product idea, sketch, prototype, or existing design that needs to become profitable? I turn product concepts into manufacturing-ready designs that actually get built—profitably. Most product designers focus on CAD. I focus on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and making sure your product can be manufactured at scale without surprises, cost overruns, or timeline delays. 👤 WHO I AM Certified SolidWorks Expert with 5+ years specializing in product design, DFM, injection molding, and manufacturing optimization. I've completed 18+ projects with 100% client satisfaction—helping startups, entrepreneurs, and established brands turn ideas into real products that manufacturers quote accurately. 🔄 MY PROCESS: IDEA → CAD → PROTOTYPE → SCALE ⚙️ STEP 1: GENERATE SOLUTION (IDEA) Analyze your product idea, identify manufacturing challenges, develop practical cost-effective approach—BEFORE any CAD modeling starts. (Result: Clear roadmap, no wasted effort) 📐 STEP 2: CAD IT INTO 3D Manufacturing-ready SolidWorks models with DFM built in from day one. Draft angles, wall thickness, parting lines, assembly logic that factories understand. (Result: Production-ready files, zero confusion at factory) 🖨️ STEP 3: PROTOTYPE & OPTIMIZE In-house 3D printing for fit testing, design validation, and iteration. Physical prototypes prove your design works BEFORE tooling investment. (Result: Validated design, reduced risk, faster to market) 📈 STEP 4: SCALE IT UP Production-ready technical drawings, material specs, manufacturing guidance for reliable high-volume production. (Result: Smooth manufacturing, confident scaling) ✅ WHAT YOU GET ✓ Manufacturing-ready CAD models (SolidWorks + STEP) ✓ DFM analysis—draft angles, wall thickness, parting strategy, cost optimization ✓ 3D-printable prototypes for testing and validation ✓ Technical drawings with tolerances and material specs ✓ Production guidance & supplier-ready documentation ✓ Photorealistic renders for presentations/investors 🏆 SPECIALIZATIONS ✓ Product Design for New Ideas (idea → prototype → production) ✓ Product Optimization for Existing Designs (cost reduction, manufacturability) ✓ Injection Molding DFM (draft, wall thickness, undercuts, parting strategy) ✓ Tooling & Mold Design Consultation ✓ Sheet Metal Design for Manufacturing ✓ Mechanical Assemblies & Moving Parts Design ✓ 3D Printing Optimization (FDM prototyping and rapid iteration) ✓ Technical Documentation & Manufacturing Drawings 💡 WHY WORK WITH ME? → I think like a manufacturer, not just a designer → DFM-first approach means manufacturability is built in from day one → In-house prototyping = fast iteration, physical validation before investment → 100% job success rate means clients get what they expect → I speak the language of factories (no translation needed) → Full-stack expertise covers idea-to-production journey → Cost optimization through smart design (protects your margins) 🎯 WHO SHOULD HIRE ME? → Startups with product ideas needing validation before manufacturing → Entrepreneurs preparing products for mass production → Brands optimizing existing products for cost & performance → Companies with high-complexity assemblies needing DFM review → Teams needing production-ready CAD and manufacturing support 🚀 LET'S START You have a product idea? Send me your concept, sketch, or existing design. We'll discuss: ✓ Your product vision and goals ✓ Manufacturing challenges & opportunities ✓ Timeline and budget expectations ✓ Exact next steps to bring it to life Then I'll outline how to move forward—with zero fluff, zero surprises. Ready for a FREE consultation? 📩Message me with your product idea. I'll review your concept and provide honest feedback on manufacturability, timeline, and approach. Let's turn your idea into a profitable product. 🎯

  • SolidWorks
  • Product Design
  • 3D Printing
  • Mechanical Design
  • Product Development
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • Injection Mold
  • Industrial & Product Design Consultation
  • Product Concept
  • Sheet Metal

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