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- $112 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (19 jobs)
I believe that understanding design and products comes down to understanding people and the marketplace. As an empathetic designer, my goal is to fully listen to your vision and work beside you to make it a reality through research, design, prototyping, design for manufacturing, business strategy and assistance with sourcing of a manufacturing partner. I am an experienced Mechanical Engineer and designer who has worked in numerous product design consultancies working across various industries including medical devices, consumer, furniture, toys, kitchenware, outdoor and foodservice, etc. I specialize in mechanism design and prototyping concepts with an eye towards manufacturing. I am also able to render your product for marketing materials and create engineering drawings for manufacturing. Additionally, I work out of mHubchicago.com, which provides me access to a number of tools that will be used to prototype, test and possibly produce a short run of your product. I am excited to assist you with your vision! Skills include prototyping, design for manufacturing, CAD, renderings and 2D engineering drawings. CAD Design 3D Modeling Rendering Design for 3D Printing Mechanical Design Design for Manufacture Fusion360 Solidworks Manufacturing Product Design Prototyping Business DevelopmentSolidWorks
Design for ManufacturingVisualizationDesign WritingMechanical EngineeringConcept Development3D PrintingMechanical DesignProduct DesignProduct DevelopmentAdobe Photoshop3D ModelingPrototyping3D Design - $50 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (11 jobs)
Although I've only been freelancing for about a year, I have over 5 years of experience as a mechanical engineer in the industrial automation industry. During that time, I accumulated more 5000 hours of SolidWorks CAD experience, and designed custom, multi-million-dollar manufacturing systems for some of the world's largest automotive and consumer product companies. I excel at, and enjoy, turning ideas into working prototypes. Besides mechanical design, my skill set includes 3D printing, electronics prototyping, and web development. I'm a clear communicator and a creative problem solver who's always looking for a new challenge.SolidWorks
CAD & CAM SoftwareAutomationRoboticsMachine Design3D Design3D PrinterMechanical EngineeringDesign for ManufacturingCADProduct DesignMechanical Design3D Modeling3D PrintingPrototyping - $125 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (8 jobs)
With extensive experience in CNC manufacturing, programming, and rapid prototyping, I provide specialized consulting to clients aiming to optimize production workflows, enhance part quality, and shorten project timelines. As a prototype engineer with hands-on expertise in both FDM and precision CNC machining, I deliver efficient, scalable solutions that support projects from prototype through production. Core Skills and Competencies: - CNC Machinery: Expert in 3-axis to 5-axis milling machines - CAD/CAM Software: Skilled in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Fusion 360, and HyperMILL - CNC Controls: Proficient with Fanuc and Heidenhain systems - Process Optimization: Specializing in turnkey solutions, customer process improvements, and cycle-time reduction - Technical Support: Providing on-site support and remote assistance, including phone consultations - Probe Applications & Systems: Expertise in probe programming for high-precision measurements - Custom Programming: Skilled in variable (macro) programming and custom G/M code creation Industry Experience: I have delivered results across a range of manufacturing sectors, including aerospace, energy, automotive, tool and die, and both job shops and production shops. In-House Capabilities: - Design and Prototyping: Using Fusion 360 for design and CAM integration - CNC Machining: Precision 3+2 milling for complex parts - 3D Printing: Rapid prototyping with in-house 3D printing capabilities Let’s Work Together: Whether you're developing a new product or refining an existing process, I offer tailored CNC and prototyping solutions to fit your goals. Let’s collaborate to elevate your project with expert support and efficient manufacturing solutions.SolidWorks
Functional PrototypeManufacturing & StoragePrototypeManufacturing Engineering3D PrintingDesign for ManufacturingAutodesk Fusion 360Manufacturing & ConstructionManufacturingProcess ImprovementCNC ProgrammingRapid PrototypingPrototypingContract Manufacturing - $40 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (2 jobs)
I'm a mechanical design engineer with experience developing fuel cell systems for on-road vehicles and utility vehicles. A huge emphasis of my work has been placed on design for manufacturing by making simple designs that have a low part count, consider assembly constraints, and are forward/backward compatible with existing designs. I’m certified as a GD&T technologist and have passed the NCEES Professional Engineer Exam. - I'm experienced in Solidworks, Creo, ANSYS, Catia, GD&T, MATLAB, FEA, & DFMEASolidWorks
CREOCAD DraftingCAD ConversionMechanical Design3D DesignMechanical EngineeringANSYS3D ModelingProduct Development - $85 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
I am an industrial designer with a strong background in product design and a specialized focus on 3D visualization. With experience designing physical products, I understand the nuances of bringing ideas to life—from concept to final execution. My expertise in rendering and visualization allows me to create high-quality, photorealistic images that communicate design intent effectively. As an employee at KeyShot, I have taught 3D visualization techniques to students, professionals, and teams, helping them elevate their rendering skills and workflows. Whether you need stunning product visuals for marketing, investor presentations, or e-commerce, I can help bring your ideas to life with high-quality, photorealistic renders. I also specialize in creating compelling concept visualizations that showcase materials, lighting, and design details with precision. If you're looking to streamline your rendering workflow or improve the quality of your product visuals, I can provide guidance based on industry best practices. Let’s work together to create visuals that not only look great but also effectively communicate your design vision.SolidWorks
SketchingProduct DesignKeyShot3D Modeling3D Rendering - $35 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
I currently work as a mechanical design engineer for a less-lethal weapons company. I have become pretty fluent with cad software because of my education and my experience with this job, but there is always room for improvement. I am looking to use this skill to earn a bit of extra money with some of my free time. I am capable and willing to spend extra time on any projects that interest so reach out and I will do what I can to help you with what you need.SolidWorks
Construction Document PreparationFluentMechanical DesignDraftingMATLABCADMechanical Engineering - $25 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
As a skilled designer, I bring a diverse range of experiences in designing and executing successful product development initiatives. With expertise in 3D modeling and rendering, as well as experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams, I am passionate about creating user-centric design solutions.SolidWorks
Logo DesignBranding & Marketing3D DesignAutodesk 3ds Max3D Modeling - $20 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
I am an Industrial Designer with 9 years of experience creating innovative products, devices and tools through a multidisciplinary approach that integrates art, design, and engineering. I have a deep understanding of the design process, from ideation and sketching to prototyping and manufacturing. Skills and Expertise: - Design for Manufacturing - Technical Drafting - 3D Modeling and Rendering - Prototyping and Manufacturing Support - 3D Printing and CNC Support My top priority is simple: ***I will do my best to ensure your complete satisfaction with the quality of work and timing, GUARANTEED . Give me a try, and I’m confident you'll return for future projects as well.***SolidWorks
2D Design & DrawingsReverse EngineeringRapid PrototypingDesign for ManufacturingMachine DesignCNC ProgrammingAutodesk Fusion 3603D Printing3D RenderingKeyShotRhinoceros 3DCAD SoftwareIndustrial & Product Design Consultation - $30 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
* Dedicated and results-oriented bilingual mechanical design engineer with 9+ years of experience abroad seeking opportunity to utilize skill set and expertise in mechanical design of high-tech equipment * Extensive experience in field of additive manufacturing * Able to increase productivity and reduce equipment costs through the use of additive designs * Resourceful and organized with strengths in managing complex tasks with emphasis on modeling by design software * Excellent self-management skills with ability to resolve problems and adapt in technical and highvolume environments Authorized to work in the US for any employerSolidWorks
Lattice 3D Printing Structures3D Printer3D Printing3D Design2D Design & DrawingsAutodesk InventorModelingCAD - $25 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
Mechanical Product Design & 3D Modeling I specialize in mechanical design of components and complex assemblies for a wide range of industries. Utilizing SolidWorks, Catia, Unigraphics. I can can deliver fully detailed designs and three dimensional modeling for products ranging from automotive suspension systems to office furniture. I also have a solid experience in mechanical design, sheet metal, die forming and foundry tools for automobile industry. Mechanical design services include: 3D parametric solid modeling of mechanical components and functional assemblies Generation of complex surfaces for industrial designed and styled components Design for manufacturability/assembly (DFMA) Generation of detailed 2-dimensional manufacturing and assembly shop drawings Photo-realistic rendering for presentation marketing purposes Animations for presentation & marketing purposes SolidWorks 3D Modelling SolidWorks 3D CAD is a leading system in 3D mechanical modeling software. SolidWorks is 100% focused on mechanical design, providing software and services that help manufacturers get new products to market faster. I provide full range of mechanical design in Solidworks software Catia 3D Modeling CATIA V5 is the leading product development solution for all manufacturing companies, from OEMs through their supply chains to small independent producers. The range of its capabilities allows CATIA V5 to be applied in a wide variety of industries, such as aerospace, automotive, industrial machinery, shipbuilding, plant design, and consumer goods, including design for such diverse products as jewelry and clothing. I can support customer requirements in any version. I also provide advanced functionality, such as design tables, and custom functions and macros through VB and CATScript. My supported design methodologies also include "skeletons", published elements, and contextual design. Die tooling design in CATIA V5 software is one of my strongest points, primarily in the automobile industry. I provide design services for any stamping operation (drawing dies, forming dies, cutting and punching dies, folding dies, progressive dies). Unigraphics NX 3D Modeling UGS NX is a commercial CAD/CAM/CAE PLM software suite developed by Siemens UGS PLM Software. It is commonly referred as a 3D PLM software application. All stages of product development are supported, from conceptualization (CAID) , design (CAD), analysis (CAE) and manufacturing (CAM). NX integrates these product lifecycle stages into an end-to-end process using concurrent engineering workflow, design-in-context and product data management tools that apply across all functional areas. I have a strong experience in advanced surface modeling and foundry tools desing in Unigraphics NX software. Cad Data Conversion CAD translation is one of my primary services. Below is a list of some of the CAD file types we support: .asm, .asm* - Pro/Engineer (Pro/E) assembly file .CATPart - Catia V5 part file .CATProduct - Catia V5 assembly file .dwg - AutoCAD drawing file .dxf - AutoCAD DXF format .exp - Catia V4 export file .igs, .iges - IGES (neutral) file format .ipt - Autodesk Inventor file .model - Catia V4 part file .prt - Unigraphics (UG) part file .prt, .prt* - Pro/Engineer (Pro/E) part file .sab - ACIS binary file .sat - ACIS text file .session - Catia V4 assembly file .sldasm - SolidWorks assembly file .sldprt - SolidWorks part file .stl - STL (stereo lithography) file .stp - STEP (neutral) file format .x_b, .xmt_bin - Parasolid binary file .x_t, .xmt_txt - Parasolid text file 2D Drawing to 3D Model A particularly useful service, especially in CNC shops - 2D drawing to 3D model conversion. Quick turnaround is essential in the fast-paced manufacturing environment. For those times, we offer the ability to turn a 2D part print into a 3D solid model. For manufacturers we can offer support your CAM applications by converting 2D prints to the following 3D model formats: IGES, (.igs, .iges) STEP, (.stp) Parasolids, (.x_t, .x_b,) ACIS, (.sat) DXF, (.dxf) or STL. (.stl) Other options may be availabl, please contact us to find out. For designers or data management personnel we offer a wide variety of neutral and native formats for 2D drawing to 3D model conversion. Contact us to find out the formats we support.SolidWorks
Surface ModelingProduct DesignSiemens NXCreo ParametricSurface DesignCreo SimulateCATIA - $15 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
Hello! I'm Johntay, a passionate and innovative industrial designer based in Chicago, IL. With over 5 years of experience transforming ideas into market-ready products, I specialize in creating user-centric, functional, and aesthetically pleasing designs that stand out in the competitive marketplace. Why Choose Me: Tailored Solutions: Every project is unique, and I provide customized design solutions that align with your specific needs and goals. Collaborative Approach: I believe in open communication and collaboration to ensure your vision is realized. Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail ensures that every aspect of the design is perfected. Timely Delivery: Committed to delivering high-quality work within agreed timelines.SolidWorks
Prototype DesignAdobe Creative SuitePresentationsSketchingProduct DesignKeyShotRhinoceros 3D - $28 hourly
- 4.4/5
- (5 jobs)
I am an artist and designer who's work spans multiple fields. I have experience in textile design, screen printing, digital modeling, digital fabrication, knitwear design, digital embroidery, Photoshop, Illustrator, Rhino3D, SolidWorks, and Keyshot.SolidWorks
WoodworkingPrint DesignPrintmakingScreen PrintingProduct DesignKnitting & Crochet3D PrintingAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopRhinoceros 3D3D Modeling - $25 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
SKILLS & SUMMARY * Highly experienced industrial engineer specializing in improving efficiency of operation research. * Evaluated new product designs,conducted detailed production forecasts,completed reports, and presented results to managers. * Worked closely with various teams from other departments. * Developed and assisted in the management of production budgets ,developed and implemented new production plans. * Experienced in creating databases, modifying existing databases and database management systems or directing programmers and analysts to make changes. * problem-solving and analytical skills.SolidWorks
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