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I am a driven, self-starting hard goods product developer based in Portland, Oregon (USA). I use a healthy balance of design and engineering together to develop your concept to market ready product. I have first hand experience in manufacturing that allows me to design instinctively with the manufacturing process in mind. I think quickly when problems arise and manage a healthy obsession with good design, quality and efficiency. I have experience launching my own products and helping others to develop their own, I am ready to plug into your team and make your product a reality. I primarily focus in hard goods - I have produced products relating to furniture, kitchen utensils, campers, cabinetry and vehicle accessories. Expertise in: • Initial Concept Development - Research, Competitor Analysis, Sketching • 2D Design -Sketching, Technical Drawings, Marketing Materials (Procreate, Illustrator, Photoshop, Fusion 360, Solidworks) • 3D Visualization - Photorealistic rendering and animation of product (Fusion 360, Blender) • CAD - Design, Engineering, Simulations, Surface modeling, Parametric modeling (Fusion 360 and Solidworks) • CAM - Computer Aided Manufacturing - 3D printing, CNC Laser, CNC Router (Fusion 360, VCarve) • Manufacturing - Sheet Metal, Metal, Welding, Wood, Plywood, Composites, Plastics, Injection molding • Prototyping - Foam modeling, Woodworking, Metalworking, Welding, 3D printing, Sewing. 3D printing and rapid prototyping outsourcing to local and international facilities. • Product launch - Kickstarter/Crowdfunding launching, Marketing materials, Small/medium/large scale manufacturing both local and overseas, Landing page design, development, Project management • Product management - develop cloud based systems for management of product inventories, ordering, costing. Retail management, Understanding of Intellectual Property protections, Brand partnerships, Brand Development Although I am pretty new to this platform, I have worked hand in hand with small businesses to successfully launch their products into the marketplace and have launched my own products out into the world. I can give your idea the best chance to be successful in the marketplace!

✨ Stuck Between "Genius Idea" and "How Do I Manufacture This?" I Can Help. ✨ Product development is confusing. Patents ARE overwhelming. And new freelancers will ghost you mid-project with a nonfunctional prototype that's not manufacturable. My Stats: Senior Industrial Designer | 14+ Years | $50M+ in Client Revenue | $756K+ Raised on Kickstarter | $1.5 Million ecommerce brand co-founder. Got a brilliant idea? I turn your napkin sketches into money-making products fast while you avoid the $100K+ mistakes I've already seen (and fixed) a hundred times. I've personally launched my own products too, so I know the exact road you're headed on from idea all the way to a customer holding something they love and buying again. Not happy with the first draft? I'll keep designing until you love it. 🚀 Real Results That Speak for Themselves ✦ 1 Billion social views. ✦ 137+ products designed, developed, and launched to market ✦ $100M+ in total revenue generated for product-based businesses ✦ $756K+ raised on my personal Kickstarter product launch ✦ $10M+ raised on client Kickstarter product launches ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 47+ 5-star reviews from founders who've successfully launched "Jake's a FORCE. He's helped us raise over $756K+ on Kickstarter, developed all the SeatMate products, Kickstarter funnels, Facebook Ads and handled supplier sourcing and negotiations." —Andrew Mueller, CEO SeatMate Here's what you get ✦ End-to-end product design & development. From concept to factory-ready files ✦ Industrial design & sketching ✦ CAD modeling & photorealistic 3D rendering ✦ Rapid prototyping & 3D printing ✦ Functional prototype development ✦ Material selection – not sure what material to use? No problem ✦ Ergonomics and user experience ✦ Design for manufacturing (DFM) ✦ Packaging graphic design – shelf-ready solutions ✦ Package dielines & structural design ✦ Product inserts & instruction manuals ✦ Supplier negotiations ✦ Trusted vendor connections ✦ Kickstarter launch coaching ✦ Crowdfunding campaign assets ✦ "How to launch a product" guidance. A roadmap built from my own launches, so you never feel lost or wonder what comes next ✦ Patent & IP guidance. Connections to trusted affordable IP lawyers ✦ Someone who's made the mistakes already so you don't have to, and deeply cares about your success I Keep You Aligned Every Step of the Way I'll ask the questions others miss, propose alternative concepts that actually work, and make sure we're 100% locked in on your vision while keeping it cost-effective and wildly profitable for your business. When we work together, you don't just have someone who knows how to create the files. You have someone who's already lived the full journey, collected notes from inside Fortune 500 brands, built a million-dollar product of their own, and knows every pitfall waiting between here and launch day. ✅ Ready to Launch Your Product? Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur with a napkin sketch or a brand ready to scale, I've got the experience and resources to make it happen. Send me a message or invite me to your project. Nothing makes me happier than to help someone create and launch their product. Product design and development is my lifelong obsession disguised as a career. :) Let's build something together. - Jake Singer Keywords: Industrial Design, Product Development, CAD Modeling, 3D Rendering, Prototyping, Manufacturing Strategy, Packaging Design, Kickstarter, Product Launch, Consumer Products, Vendor Sourcing, SolidWorks, Product Visualization

Mechanical Product Designer | CAD & Prototyping | Project Management ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Very happy to have found Nick. Our project was completed on time, on budget and exceeded the expectations we laid out from the start for this specific hire.” New to Upwork, but not new to product development. I bring 16+ years of experience turning concepts into manufacturable, marketable products. Good design starts with listening. Whether you have a rough concept, sketch, or functional prototype, I can help to clarify design requirements, development plans, and/or manufacturing and financial goals before designing and building. I’ve spent thousands of hours building things both working on assembly lines and through hands-on prototyping. This gives me real-world insight into how parts fit, mechanisms work, and products succeed in practice. I primarily use Fusion 360 (CAD & CAM) to deliver manufacturing-ready models and drawings, or can adapt to other CAD platforms as needed. I also operate an in-house shop with CNC routing, 3D printing, and laser engraving, allowing for rapid prototyping and iteration. Services I help with: • Concept development and refinement • Mechanical, mechanism, and plastic part design • CAD/CAM modeling, analysis, and rendering • Functional prototyping and testing • Design for Manufacturing (DFM/DFA) • Manufacturing handoff and small-batch support • Design process mapping and end-to-end project management I’ve worked with independent inventors, startups, and small businesses, and I understand tight budgets, evolving ideas, and the importance of clear communication. My goal is to be a thoughtful design partner in addition to providing CAD or prototyping support.

With over ten years of experience using 3D modeling software and having taken classes in CATIA and Solidworks, I am very comfortable doing mechanical drafting and product development. I have earned a BS in Engineering and an AS in Computer Aided Drafting and Design. I am a Certified SolidWorks Professional. CAGE: 9JSP6 Design experience, all requiring different design considerations: - Injection molding - 3D printing - CNC machining - Sheet metal - Weldments Services that I provide: - Product development from sketches, ideas, or similar products. - 3D modeling for various types of production. - 3D printing for prototyping. - Mechanical drafting of technical drawings for manufacturing. - Simple 2D drawings for patent applications. - 3D rendering of products for investors and marketing. Please see my profile for projects I've done. If you have a concept, I can help you get to the product. I'm eager to hear from you and help you meet your design goals. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. Let’s set up a time to chat. POLICIES 1. A Non-Disclosure Agreement can be provided if needed. Whether an NDA is signed or not, all designs belong to the Client and no images will be posted on my profile without written permission from the Client. Written permission will be sought to share the results of work done. If it is granted, it will be construed as permission to post images on this or any other site for the purpose of showcasing my work. 2. Completed work from a contract will be maintained for at least six months after the close of the contract. In the event that a Client has additions or changes to work after a contract has closed, and it is still within six months, a new contract may be opened and the work continued. In the event that a Client has additions or changes to work after a contract has closed, and the six months have passed, a new contract may be opened and the work restarted.

I run Hattendorf Design & Solutions, a small manufacturing-focused design consultancy specializing in CAD, tooling, and design-for-manufacture. My work sits at the intersection of engineering design and the shop floor—helping clients turn concepts, legacy parts, or problem designs into manufacturable, production-ready solutions. I don’t just model parts to look good on screen. I design them to survive machining, molding, casting, inspection, and assembly. What I Do Best ✔ Production-Ready CAD & Drawings Parametric CAD models and clear manufacturing drawings built for real-world tolerances and processes. (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo) ✔ Tooling & Mold Design Design support for: Casting tooling and patterns Injection and permanent molds Fixtures and manufacturing aids ✔ DFM & Manufacturability Reviews Identify tolerance risks, draft issues, parting problems, and cost drivers before they hit the shop. ✔ Reverse Engineering & Reconstruction Turn scans, physical parts, or incomplete data into clean, editable CAD ready for production and inspection. ✔ Prototyping Support 3D printing and validation workflows to de-risk designs prior to tooling or release. Recent Project Experience Designed tooling and molds for aluminum and polymer components, reducing lead times and rework ✔Reconstructed legacy parts and tooling into modern parametric CAD for repeatable production Supported machine shops and foundries with designs meeting strict tolerance, inspection, and DFM requirements ✔Delivered drawings and models that integrate smoothly into CNC, QC, and inspection workflows My Background I’m a Design Engineer with 3+ years of hands-on experience supporting casting, molding, and machining environments. I’m completing my degree in Mechatronics Engineering, with emphasis on mechanical design, manufacturing processes, and quality systems. This combination lets me bridge the gap between: Engineering intent Manufacturing reality Cost, lead time, and quality constraints How I Work Clear scope and deliverables Practical, production-aware design decisions Clean files, revision control, and documentation Responsive communication and realistic timelines If you need manufacturable designs, tooling support, or a technical partner who understands how parts actually get made, I’d be glad to help.

I am an experienced designer/modeler/drafter with a degree in mechanical engineering. I have a unique ability to combine my technical mechanical knowledge with real world experience and a creative mindset. If you're looking for an excellent communicator who is thorough and genuinely interested in your success, reach out so we can talk about your project. My software expertise is listed below. Revit: -MEP Coordination, Design, & Drafting with specialty in HVAC -Point Cloud conversion to 3D model -Custom Revit Family Creation (.rfa) -Sheet Layout, View selection, Schedule, Detail and template creation -Design documents, shop drawings, fabrication detailing, spooling, as-builts -Can work as an individual or with a team on central models Solidworks: -Automotive part design & assemblies -3D Printed parts, inhouse and outsourced printing -Preping parts for laser cutting or CNC -Mastercam file for mill Other software: AutoCAD Bluebeam Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) Please reach out with any additional questions.