Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in turning complex concepts into production-ready products. Expert in SolidWorks, advanced DFM (Injection Molding, Sheet Metal, CNC), and premium product aesthetics.
I help companies and individuals turn ideas into production-ready CAD designs.
With 150+ completed projects, I provide reliable CAD and product design support — from concept to manufacturing-ready parts.
I work with clients who need clear communication, fast turnaround, and designs that actually work in production, not just nice-looking models.
What I can help you with:
- CAD modeling & product design
- Plastic and metal parts
- Injection molding & CNC-ready design
- Enclosures, mechanisms, and assemblies
- DFM-oriented workflow
- SolidWorks & Rhino
- Reverse Engineering & Scan-to-CAD (converting point cloud / STL mesh data into accurate, editable native CAD models)
How I work:
- Clear scope definition before starting
- Manufacturing-focused design decisions
- Structured workflow that saves time and cost
- Review and quality control on every project
- Whether you already have sketches, references, or 3D files, or just an idea — I can step in and - move your project forward efficiently.
If you have a CAD task that needs to be done right the first time, feel free to reach out.
3D Printing
SolidWorks
3D Modeling
Industrial Design
KeyShot
Product Design
Rhinoceros 3D
Design for Manufacturing
Injection Mold Design
Concept Design
Mechanical Engineering
Product Development
CAD
Sheet Metal
Bill of Materials
Manufacturing Engineering
Injection Mold
Boban D.
Novi Sad, Serbia
$75/hr
4.9
339 jobs
Hello,
I am a Mechanical Engineer/Product Designer with extensive experience in product design, development, prototyping and manufacturing.
I have worked on a variety of different tools, gadgets, accessories, consumer products and machines design, for smaller and larger clients/companies.
I have more than 15 years of experience creating manufacturing ready designs for 3D printing, injection molding, sheet metal parts design, designs for cnc/laser cutting...
I can also offer you manufacturing services and I can help you with everything you need to put a product on the market, starting with the initial sketches, creating detailed and manufacturing ready 3D model, 2D documentation, packaging design and rendered images, sending files to China tor quoting and guiding you through the whole prototyping and manufacturing process until the product is packed and shipped in containers to the destination of your Choice anywhere in the world.
I am a very creative and innovative engineer. I am a perfectionist, and I pay a lot of attention to details, that is very important to me. I always give my 100% in order to do the job perfectly and satisfy my clients requests.
I'm very communicative, easy to talk to and my English is very good so I can guarantee that we won't have any issues with communication.
I am proficient in leading industry tools and software, and I bring a deep understanding of engineering principles combined with a keen eye for detail.
Whether you need a new product designed from scratch or want to improve an existing one, I am here to help you bring your vision to life.
Why chose me?
I am an expert with more than 15 years of experience in bringing new products to life or improving existing products.
My communications skills are excellent as is my English, so we won't have any troubles understanding each other.
I have a proven track record across a range of industries, working on variety of products, such as industrial machines, exercise machines and equipment, consumer electronics, toys, baby products, phone and tablet accessories, all kind of tools and gadgets, medical devices, vehicle modifications, sheet metal enclosures, frame constructions... and many more...
I respond fast and I give you my guarantee that i will give you my full support through the whole process until you are ready to start selling your product.
Prototyping
SolidWorks
Product Development
Autodesk Inventor
Reverse Engineering
Design for Manufacturing
Autodesk Fusion 360
CAD
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial Design
Product Design
3D Rendering
Mechanical Design
Nikola B.
Novi Sad, Serbia
$28/hr
4.9
54 jobs
✅ Hi, I’m Nikola — a mechanical design engineer with over 10 years of experience turning rough concepts into manufacturing-ready, real-world products.
From quick sketches or AI-generated images to fully engineered solutions, I help innovators, startups, and companies bring physical products to life.
I don’t just "design" — I solve. My process is about understanding what works in the real world and delivering exactly that.
🧩 What I Deliver:
📦 Production-ready designs (not just pretty CAD files)
⚙️ Prototypes that function — designed with real materials, methods, and budgets in mind
🧠 Manufacturing support — from sourcing to logistics
✍️ Patent drawings and full documentation packages
🤝 Clear, fast, and solution-focused collaboration
🚀 Client Story: From AI Concept to Patent-Ready Product
One of my recent clients came with a loose idea and a few AI-generated images of a product. He wanted to file a patent before developing — but had nothing tangible yet.
In just a few days, I:
Interpreted the vision
Defined practical features and constraints
Delivered a fully engineered design, suitable for both prototyping and patent submission
➡️ He was stunned. The words were:
“I didn’t expect to have something real this quickly — it feels like magic!”
This is what I bring to every project — clarity, speed, and solutions that work.
🔍 Core Capabilities:
Product Design (consumer, industrial, electronics, etc.)
Mechanical Engineering (3D modeling, assemblies, analysis)
Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Cost-Effective Manufacturing (CFM)
Prototyping Support (3D printing, CNC, sheet metal)
Sourcing & Production Coordination
Patent & Manufacturing Drawings (2D/3D)
🛠️ Tools: Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD
🌍 Why Clients Choose Me:
🧠 Engineering partner, not just a freelancer
📜 Trusted with NDA and confidential work
🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇨🇦 Proven track record with clients in the US, UK, and Canada
💬 Clear communication & efficient project flow
👥 Strong network of local manufacturers for fast, cost-effective production
💬 What Clients Say:
“Nikola is an absolutely outstanding mechanical engineer. He delivered a design that integrated electronics into a hybrid-stamped/CNC housing — flawless work, top-notch communication, and serious technical depth.”
— Soudy, USA
“Great team player, smooth communication and very enthusiastic to get the job done properly and in time.”
— Philipp Oertle, Switzerland
“Prompt, professional, and always seeking feedback to get the job right. Will definitely work with him again.”
— Filipa Ivo, Plasson USA
🏆 Achievements:
17 large-scale construction projects managed from design to execution
10+ years of freelance engineering work
Projects delivered for clients in: Norway, Sweden, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, USA, Australia, Japan, Canada, and more
Core developer of the ARTIDIS device (Basel-based startup)
Soft Skills Academy Certificate
🔑 Keywords:
Product Design | DFM | Rapid Prototyping | Patent Drawings | CNC | Sheet Metal | Tooling | Mockups | Production Support | Manufacturing Drawings | 3D Printing | Consumer Products | Electronics Enclosures | Product Development | Autodesk Inventor | Mechanical Engineer
✉️ Ready to move forward?
Send me a quick message with your idea — even if it’s just a sketch or concept. I’ll let you know how I can help and provide an honest, fast assessment.
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