Hire Design for Manufacturing Designers near North Carolina, United States

•10+years of experience •Design for manufacturing/cost •Drafting •Prototyping/3D printing •Automation/macro development

•10+years of experience •Design for manufacturing/cost •Drafting •Prototyping/3D printing •Automation/macro development

My expertise lies at a unique crossroads between artistic design and mechanical engineering. As a freelance designer, I offer clients a rare combination: strong creative sensibility, supported by a pr... Read more

My expertise lies at a unique crossroads between artistic design and mechanical engineering. As a freelance designer, I offer clients a rare combination: strong creative sensibility, supported by a practical engineering foundation. For entrepreneurs, artists and inventors seeking to turn a concept into a physical object, I can help take the project beyond design: identifying suitable manufacturers and gathering quotes. My education and early professional career gave me the vital tools for mechanical product design: sound CAD modeling and drawing practices, design for manufacturability, comparing quotes, sourcing and vetting manufacturers, and using a top-down design approach to create solutions which fulfill their performance, space, and cost requirements. I have thrived taking on challenges which call for inventive solutions. Feeling inclined toward more creative expression, I started designing and making jewelry, repurposing my mechanical design background to create innovative gemstone and pearl settings. This evolved into my own fashion brand, carving a niche for high-precision, sculptural-mechanical jewelry and accessories with an otherworldly design language which pays tribute to futurism and science fiction. Past projects ranged from simple one-offs, like a custom acrylic cabinet for home stereo equipment, to the more technically complex, such as the complete redesign of a high accuracy, multi-speed syringe pump for medical research.

I am a Senior Mechanical Designer with more than 18 years of experience creating innovative mechanical designs, production-ready 3D models, detailed manufacturing drawings, and engineered solutions ac... Read more

I am a Senior Mechanical Designer with more than 18 years of experience creating innovative mechanical designs, production-ready 3D models, detailed manufacturing drawings, and engineered solutions across multiple industries. Since beginning my design career in 2007, I have worked on projects ranging from vacuum excavators, directional drilling equipment, auger boring systems, fluid power actuators, pneumatic valves and manifolds, to large-scale commercial water slide and aquatic attractions, to Point of Purchase retail displays. My experience spans the entire design process, from concept development and layout design through manufacturing documentation, rendering, and production support. I specialize in SolidWorks 3D modeling, assembly design, fabrication drawings, design-for-manufacturing principles, and product development. I am experienced in converting 2D CAD layouts into complete 3D assemblies, creating detailed engineering drawings, maintaining PDM systems, and producing realistic renderings for customer presentations and marketing materials. My goal is always to provide clients with practical, manufacturable, and cost-effective solutions while maintaining clear communication throughout the project lifecycle. Areas of Expertise: SolidWorks 3D Modeling Mechanical Design Product Development Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Manufacturing Drawings Sheet Metal Design Weldments Assembly Design Engineering Documentation 3D Rendering Reverse Engineering AutoCAD Drafting PDM Management Prototype Development Custom Equipment Design Whether you need a concept developed into a manufacturable design or require detailed production drawings from existing models, I can help bring your project from idea to reality.My experience spans the entire design process, from concept development and layout design through manufacturing documentation, rendering, and production support. I specialize in SolidWorks 3D modeling, assembly design, fabrication drawings, design-for-manufacturing principles, and product development. I am experienced in converting 2D CAD layouts into complete 3D assemblies, creating detailed engineering drawings, maintaining PDM systems, and producing realistic renderings for customer presentations and marketing materials. My goal is always to provide clients with practical, manufacturable, and cost-effective solutions while maintaining clear communication throughout the project lifecycle. Areas of Expertise: SolidWorks 3D Modeling Mechanical Design Product Development Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Manufacturing Drawings Sheet Metal Design Weldments Assembly Design Engineering Documentation 3D Rendering Reverse Engineering AutoCAD Drafting Prototype Development Custom Equipment Design Whether you need a concept developed into a manufacturable design or require detailed production drawings from existing models, I can help bring your project from idea to reality.

Mechanical Design Engineer | Autodesk Inventor | Fusion 360 | Product Development I'm a mechanical design engineer specializing in turning concepts into manufacturable 3D models and production-ready... Read more

Mechanical Design Engineer | Autodesk Inventor | Fusion 360 | Product Development I'm a mechanical design engineer specializing in turning concepts into manufacturable 3D models and production-ready drawings. I help inventors, startups, and manufacturers with: Mechanical 3D CAD modeling Part and assembly design Manufacturing drawings Sheet metal design Weldments and fabricated assemblies Design for manufacturability (DFM) Reverse engineering from sketches, photos, or existing parts 3D printing and prototype design Assembly instructions and exploded views Design revisions and engineering changes Software Autodesk Inventor Autodesk Fusion 360 Deliverables Native Inventor (.ipt/.iam) Fusion 360 files STEP, IGES, Parasolid, STL PDF manufacturing drawings DXF files for laser or waterjet cutting Bill of Materials (BOM) I focus on clean, organized CAD models that are easy to manufacture, modify, and document. Whether you need a simple bracket, a complete machine assembly, or production drawings for fabrication, I can deliver accurate models with attention to detail and clear communication. I'm committed to meeting deadlines and providing designs that are ready for prototyping or manufacturing.

Fusion 360 Certifications CAD, CAM, and Practical CNC Machining for Milling Modeling and Design for Manufacturing Design for Manufacturing Design for Manufacturing Professional

Fusion 360 Certifications CAD, CAM, and Practical CNC Machining for Milling Modeling and Design for Manufacturing Design for Manufacturing Design for Manufacturing Professional

I am a Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP) with 15+ years of experience designing mechanical components and complete product assemblies — with deep specialization in LED architectural lighting fi... Read more

I am a Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP) with 15+ years of experience designing mechanical components and complete product assemblies — with deep specialization in LED architectural lighting fixtures. My background spans the full product development cycle: concept sketching, 3D modeling, 2D drawings per ASME Y14.5/Y14.1 with GD&T, BOM creation, design for manufacturing (DFM), prototype coordination, and UL/CSA safety certification support. SPECIALTIES: - SolidWorks (CSWP), Creo, AutoCAD, SolidWorks PDM - Sheet metal, aluminum extrusion, die casting, injection molding, CNC (punch/laser/press brake) - LED linear and downlight fixture design (architectural and decorative) - Overseas factory communication and production guidance - ASME Y14.5 GD&T, installation and architectural submission drawings PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS: Edison Price Lighting (Long Island City, NY), Mercury Lighting (Fairfield, NJ), LEDPAX (New York, NY). I work fully remote and async — production-ready deliverables on schedule, every time. Let's discuss your project.