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Daniel A.

San Jose, California

$62/hr
5.0
13 jobs

I'm a biomedical engineer with a variety of skills spanning electronics, 3D printing, and CAD. I'm looking to help individuals with their initial prototypes so that they can take ideas to the next level.

  • Prototyping
  • Prototype Model
  • Autodesk Fusion 360
  • Arduino
  • Raspberry Pi
  • PCB Design
  • Electronics
  • 3D Printing
  • Electronic Workbench
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • Hardware Prototyping
  • IT Support
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Product Design
Terrance T.

Clovis, California

$78/hr
4.9
172 jobs

I strive to produce perfect results upon request, and seek to add value with recommendations that would improve designs for both function and manufacturing. Currently, my services include: Conceptual/Industrial Design, Mechanical Design, 3D digitizing, (reverse engineering), 3D modeling, DATA Conversion from CAD to CAD, and 2D documentation. In addition to these engineering services, I also can offer you Rapid Prototype models, usually an SLA, FDM, or SLS modeling technique. All data is electronically transferred, backed up, and delivered in a wide variety of formats. Over the past 40 years, I've created household products, indoor and outdoor electronics enclosures, automotive parts, medical devices, industrial equipment, lighting fixtures, packaging, pet products, hydroponic components, jewelry, and more.

Rooz M.

Los Angeles, California

$85/hr
5.0
95 jobs

Senior Industrial Designer | Product Development Expert | Concept to Manufacturing I am a Senior Industrial Designer with 15+ 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. My experience with materials, tooling, and production methods allows me to design products that are both beautiful and practical to manufacture. Core Services • Industrial Design & Product Strategy • Concept Ideation & Design Exploration • Sketching & AI-Assisted Concept Development • 3D CAD Development (Production-Ready) • Product Architecture & Internal Layout • CMF (Color, Materials, Finishes) • Prototyping & Supplier Collaboration • Design for Manufacturing (DFM) • Manufacturing & Production Guidance Typical Clients I Work With • Hardware startups preparing for production • Entrepreneurs launching new consumer products • Companies expanding their product lines • Teams that need production-ready CAD and manufacturing support I am known for being detail-oriented, proactive, and highly collaborative, with a strong focus on moving projects forward efficiently and avoiding costly development mistakes. Whether you need help refining an idea, developing production-ready CAD, or bringing a complete product to market, I would be happy to support your project. I look forward to learning about your product and helping bring it to life.

  • Sketching
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Industrial Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • KeyShot
  • 3D Rendering
  • CATIA
  • Concept Design
  • Product Design
  • Product Development
  • Concept Development
  • 3Design
  • Rendering
Ilya S.

Los Angeles, California

$125/hr
5.0
54 jobs

You have a hardware idea — or a prototype that needs to actually ship. That's where I come in. I'm a Top Rated+ mechanical and product design engineer with 9+ years turning concepts into production-ready hardware. I specialize in electronic enclosures, mechanical assemblies, and design-for-manufacturing — for funded startups, engineering teams, and hardware founders who can't afford to get this wrong. Currently embedded with an $8M Reg CF–backed hardware company, I bring the same rigor and speed you'd expect from an in-house senior engineer — without the overhead. What I deliver: — Custom enclosures & housings (PCB, IoT, consumer, industrial) — Mechanical assemblies: drivetrains, linkages, motion systems, actuators — Full DFM optimization for 3D printing, CNC, and injection molding — Investor-ready prototypes and production-ready CAD packages — 2D engineering drawings and tolerance specs I work directly with founders, CTOs, and engineering leads. I communicate clearly, move fast, and deliver files you can actually hand to a manufacturer. Tools: Fusion 360 (advanced) If you're building hardware and need it done right — let's talk. 𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗖/𝗣𝗖𝗕 𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗦/𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗦/𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗦 • Design of any type of enclosure, from simple setups with 2 to 4 components to complex electronics assemblies requiring enclosure, waterproofing, and ventilation. • Suitable for any usage: consumer, professional, or special applications. • Designed for any environmental requirements: indoor, outdoor, or mixed use. • Compatible with various manufacturing techniques, including but not limited to 3D printing, CNC, and mass production. 𝗠𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗦 • Kinematic systems & motion mechanisms • Drivetrains, gear assemblies, and power transmission • Belt, chain, and gear-based systems • Linkages, cams, pulleys, and mechanical timing setups • Custom actuators and motion control design 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: • Proficient in 3D CAD design and digital fabrication techniques (3D printing, Laser cutting, CNC) • Strong research and development background, including rapid prototyping • Concept development and problem-solving expertise • Technical mentorship and assistance for works feasibility and production • 8 years of teaching experience including biggest Universities • Creative leadership and supervision across all project stages • Interactive design and development 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀: - Product design - 3D CAD Modeling - Mechanical Engineering - Enclosure Design - Fusion 360 - Rapid Prototyping - 3D Printing - CNC Machining - Mechanical Assemblies - Mechanical Design - Design for Manufacturing (DFM) - 2D Engineering Drawings

  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Autodesk Fusion 360
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
  • CAD
  • 3D Printing
  • Product Design
  • CAD Software
  • Concept Development
  • Industrial Design
  • Product Development
  • Industrial & Product Design Consultation
  • Mechanical Design
  • Design for Manufacturing
Jordan C.

Los Angeles, California

$80/hr
5.0
89 jobs

My name is Jordan, I’ve been designing, modeling, and creating products with Autodesk Fusion 360 for over 10 years specializing in prototype products and small scale manufacturing. During that time, I have developed an eye for design that is carefully shaped around the restrictions of real world production. Sometimes it can be difficult to bridge the gap between a designer and the reality of manufacturing, but my experience allows me to create an ideal compromise resulting in retaining the original design while ensuring the best result during production! I’m not only a designer, but a maker and business owner myself! 🛠I have personal experience in small scale production (injection molding & 3D printing) 💸I understand the expense in starting a business 💰I can work around any budget 🔭I will help visualize your product 🔩I know how to design successful 3D printed items for cheap and rapid prototyping I can turn your vision into a reality. Give me a little guidance, some photos or drawings for inspiration and leave the rest up to me. Below are all of the file formats I can produce: - .F3D - .3MF - .IPT - .DWG - .DXF - .FBX - .IGES - .OBJ - .SAT - .SKP - .SMT - .STEP - .STL - .USDZ

  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Autodesk Fusion 360
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • Printable 3D Models
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Rendering
  • 3D Model
  • Industrial & Product Design Consultation
  • Product Design
  • CAD & CAM Software
  • Autodesk
  • Prototype Design
  • 3D Printer
  • Sheet Metal
  • CAD Drafting
  • Engineering Design
  • Parametric Design
  • Prop Design
  • Manufacturing
Jose F.

Los Angeles, California

$115/hr
5.0
23 jobs

I help startups and businesses develop their product ideas, from strategic vision, branding and user research to initial design concepts, 3D CAD, prototyping and manufacturing.

  • Prototyping
  • Product Development
  • SolidWorks
  • Creative Direction
  • Branding
  • Hardware Design
  • Brand Identity
  • User Experience
  • Strategy
  • KeyShot
  • 3D Design
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Industrial Design
  • Industrial & Product Design Consultation
  • Sketching

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