Hire Prototyping Designers near Illinois, United States

I turn 2D artwork and concepts into production-ready 3D CAD and CNC programs. My background is hands-on: I spent years as a CNC programmer and lead operator running an industrial flatbed router, where... Read more

I turn 2D artwork and concepts into production-ready 3D CAD and CNC programs. My background is hands-on: I spent years as a CNC programmer and lead operator running an industrial flatbed router, where I designed the parts, wrote the CAM, and machined them myself. That means my models are built to actually cut and assemble, not just to look good in a render. I work primarily in Fusion 360, with AutoCAD for 2D. Core strengths: - 2D artwork (SVG, AI, EPS, DXF) to manufacturable 3D CAD - Parametric product, furniture, and casework design - 2.5D and full 3D relief, inlay, and engraving geometry - Reverse engineering from images and reference parts - Complete CAM: adaptive roughing, 3D finishing, drilling, contours - Production-ready files in STEP, STL, and OBJ I have authored CNC post-processors from scratch and built AI-assisted CAD/CAM workflows, so I am comfortable taking a project from raw artwork all the way to a file that runs clean on the machine. If you want a designer who understands both sides, the design and the manufacturing, that is exactly what I do.

Mechanical Engineer with 20+ years experience in Mechanical engineering, Design and CAD. Experience in many aspects of Mechanical Design: Design Assessment, Concepts, Detail design with manufacturing... Read more

Mechanical Engineer with 20+ years experience in Mechanical engineering, Design and CAD. Experience in many aspects of Mechanical Design: Design Assessment, Concepts, Detail design with manufacturing drawings. Deep knowledge in multiple fields of manufacturing - different casting methods (sand, high pressure die casting), plastic injection molding, milling turning etc. , sheet metal fabrication, rapid prototyping - different type of 3D printing (Direct Metal Sintering, plastic printing) . Beyond Mechanical Engineering I offer reverse engineering. 3D model creation from 2D drawing, 3D scan or sketches, recreate old drawings in modern CAD system and 3D visualization, rendering. Worked for the leader automotive consulting firms I have the resources to meet your engineering, design, prototyping, and other needs.

Seasoned mechanical engineer with more than 35 years of experience specializing in precision tooling and weld systems, industrial automation and rapid prototyping. Proven success delivering quality d... Read more

Seasoned mechanical engineer with more than 35 years of experience specializing in precision tooling and weld systems, industrial automation and rapid prototyping. Proven success delivering quality designs, on time, and within budget. Expert CAD skills, proficient in SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, and AutoCAD, Catia and OpenSCAD. Core skills in 3D modeling, reverse engineering, and process optimization.

I am a mechanical engineer and have worked in some sort of design or manufacturing setting for almost 10 years. I specialize in helping companies do three things: 1. Making your product more cost-... Read more

I am a mechanical engineer and have worked in some sort of design or manufacturing setting for almost 10 years. I specialize in helping companies do three things: 1. Making your product more cost-efficient to produce 2. Refining your product so that it is easy for the customer to use 3. Accelerating your development process. I know speed is key when getting any new project started so I get you what you need ASAP. Some of my accomplishments so far -Helped a company that raised 500k in crowdfunding to develop the product they are now selling, reducing their manufacturing cost by over 20% -Helped a company raise their first round of funding by designing and prototyping their first product -Worked with product development firms with large customers to work out kinks in their designs and fabricate their prototypes -Worked with another crowdfunding campaign to make develop their beta-testing product. -Designed tooling for robotic arms to automate manufacturing processes resulting in massive reduction in labor cost I am proficient in the following disciplines -SolidWorks 2018 -Inventor 2018 -FEA (Finite Element Analysis - finding the weak points in a structural design) -Rapid prototyping (3D Printing, CNC Machining, etc.) -Design for manufacturing I work with a small 3D Printing company here in Chicago that can produce very high quality 3D prints with an excellent turnaround time. I also have a complete workshop with saws/mills/drills/CNC where I can build pieces or prototypes for virtually any project. I love working with startups to get their product moving. I like the fast pace environment and love seeing something we work on go to market.

Mechanical engineer who continually demonstrates effective problem solving and delivers creative solutions. Values trust, communication, and work ethic. Has industry experience designing and launching... Read more

Mechanical engineer who continually demonstrates effective problem solving and delivers creative solutions. Values trust, communication, and work ethic. Has industry experience designing and launching new commercial products, and prototyping those designs. Focused on working with early product development projects. Completed projects include: - Flying Turbine Concept: Concept of a floating wind turbine which takes advantage of the high altitude wind speeds. This optimizes the efficiency of the turbine to generate power at lower costs. - Product Improvement (Glue Gun Holder): A redesign project of a popular consumer product which was receiving bad reviews. The poor performance and failure modes were analyzed, and the product was redesigned to perform better. - Water Purification in HVAC System: A new device used to separate rust from flowing water. This was done to avoid the malfunction of modern magnetic pumps, which was due to rust build up at the pump. Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions!

Seasoned Industrial Designer with mechanical design experience specializing in product development, engineering, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM). Expert in SolidWorks, transforming concepts into pr... Read more

Seasoned Industrial Designer with mechanical design experience specializing in product development, engineering, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM). Expert in SolidWorks, transforming concepts into production-ready products through CAD modeling, prototyping, and manufacturing across a wide range of industries.

I’m a mechanical engineering student with hands-on experience in CAD, 3D printing, and rapid prototyping. I can help turn sketches, 2D drawings, reference images, or early-stage concepts into accurate... Read more

I’m a mechanical engineering student with hands-on experience in CAD, 3D printing, and rapid prototyping. I can help turn sketches, 2D drawings, reference images, or early-stage concepts into accurate, manufacturable 3D models. I work primarily in Fusion 360 and SolidWorks and can provide 3D-print-ready files, detailed CAD models, assemblies, and technical drawings. My project experience includes designing 3D-printed robots, mechanical assemblies, and a modular tool-changing system for a 3D printer. I am keen on working with those who have exciting solutions to problems that they're passionate on.

I’m an experienced Engineering and Semiconductor Technician with a strong background in CAD design, mechanical systems, electronics, automation, and manufacturing. I specialize in turning ideas and te... Read more

I’m an experienced Engineering and Semiconductor Technician with a strong background in CAD design, mechanical systems, electronics, automation, and manufacturing. I specialize in turning ideas and technical requirements into practical, manufacturable solutions. My skills include SolidWorks and AutoCAD, 3D modeling, engineering drawings, design for manufacturing, 3D printing/additive manufacturing, prototyping, troubleshooting, hardware development, and technical documentation. I also have experience with FEA and working in demanding aerospace and medical-device manufacturing environments. I hold associate degrees in Robotics, Mechatronics, and Engineering CAD Technology, giving me a combination of mechanical, electrical, automation, and design experience. I can help clients with: • 3D CAD modeling and part design • SolidWorks and AutoCAD projects • 2D manufacturing drawings • 3D-printable parts and prototypes • Design for Manufacturing (DFM) • Mechanical design and problem solving • CAD conversions and drawing updates • Technical documentation • Troubleshooting and design improvements I focus on accurate work, clear communication, and practical designs that can actually be manufactured. Whether you need a simple CAD modification, a custom 3D-printable component, or help developing a new design, I’m ready to help bring your project from concept to completion.

I am a CAD designer with hands-on experience creating accurate 3D models and functional parts for prototyping and manufacturing. I am Autodesk Inventor certified and regularly work with tools such as... Read more

I am a CAD designer with hands-on experience creating accurate 3D models and functional parts for prototyping and manufacturing. I am Autodesk Inventor certified and regularly work with tools such as Autodesk Inventor and Onshape to design parts, assemblies, and production-ready files. I focus on precision, clear communication, and delivering designs that meet real-world requirements, whether for 3D printing or manufacturing.

Mechanical Engineer with 8+ years of experience in product design, development, and manufacturing across the automotive, consumer products, and industrial equipment sectors. Skilled in the full design... Read more

Mechanical Engineer with 8+ years of experience in product design, development, and manufacturing across the automotive, consumer products, and industrial equipment sectors. Skilled in the full design lifecycle—from concept and 3D modeling to prototyping, simulation, and production release.I specialize in CAD design, finite element analysis (FEA), and design for manufacturability (DFM), with hands-on experience taking products from initial sketches through tooling and mass production. I work fluently across SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD, and CATIA, and apply GD&T to deliver precise, manufacturable designs.I collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—manufacturing, electrical, and quality—to reduce cost, improve reliability, and accelerate time to market. I'm driven by elegant mechanical solutions, rigorous analysis, and turning ideas into physical products that perform.

Mechanical Design Engineer with experience across product development, rotating equipment, and manufacturing support. Strong expertise in CAD-driven design, GD&T, DFM/DFA, and engineering analysis, wi... Read more

Mechanical Design Engineer with experience across product development, rotating equipment, and manufacturing support. Strong expertise in CAD-driven design, GD&T, DFM/DFA, and engineering analysis, with the ability to plan, calculate, design, test, and release manufacturable mechanical systems. Experienced in rapid prototyping, component and material selection, international supplier coordination, localization of designs for overseas manufacturing, and quality control.

I have 5+ years of CAD modeling experience in Solidworks, PTC Creo Parametric, Fusion 360 and AutoDesk Inventor. I have primarily worked with designing and manufacturing robotic systems for prosthetic... Read more

I have 5+ years of CAD modeling experience in Solidworks, PTC Creo Parametric, Fusion 360 and AutoDesk Inventor. I have primarily worked with designing and manufacturing robotic systems for prosthetic hands, FIRST Robotics competitive robots and for combat robot competitions. I have also worked with packaging designs for medical devices. With all of these applications I have worked with rapid prototyping and FEA. To optimize designs and to ensure the designs will operate correctly on larger scale applications.

• Autodesk Certified Professional in Autodesk Inventor Professional Software. (License # 00313355). • Autodesk Certified Associate in AutoCAD Software. (License # 00296190). • 5 years of experience... Read more

• Autodesk Certified Professional in Autodesk Inventor Professional Software. (License # 00313355). • Autodesk Certified Associate in AutoCAD Software. (License # 00296190). • 5 years of experience with CAD packages (SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, Revit, CATIA V5, Pro E (Creo)). • 2.5 years of experience with CAE packages (HyperMesh, Abaqus, ANSYS, Optistruct, MATLAB). • 2.5 years of experience with Analysis (Linear & Non-linear Static, Dynamic, GD & T, Tolerance Analysis, Design Optimization). • Experience with Sheet metal, DFM, Bill of Materials, DFMEA, Sculpting, Metrology, Verification and Validation of Design. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, Problem-solving skills, and multitasking skills. • Strong knowledge in advanced material selection for rapid prototyping, injection molding and 3D printing. • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Office, Project, PowerPoint.

I am a Product Design & Development Engineer with a rich heritage from Cameroon and a strong presence in Chicago. Through my company, Njapa Engineering, I empower inventors and start-ups, offering a w... Read more

I am a Product Design & Development Engineer with a rich heritage from Cameroon and a strong presence in Chicago. Through my company, Njapa Engineering, I empower inventors and start-ups, offering a wide range of services including concept development, design for manufacture and assembly, rapid prototyping, and go-to-manufacture consulting. With a Bioengineering degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, I specialize in creating cost-effective solutions that make groundbreaking advancements in medical devices, health and wellness products, and wearable technology accessible to people around the world. Beyond engineering, I am a musician, playing both the piano and guitar, and my creative spirit fuels my unique problem-solving approach. CAD/CAM Software - Medical Device Development- Mechatronics Design - Rapid Prototyping

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Hello, I am Cesar Terron. I have worked as a mechanical engineer for over 3 years and have experience working with multiple CAD software packages. I currently run a small 3d printing service as well a... Read more

Hello, I am Cesar Terron. I have worked as a mechanical engineer for over 3 years and have experience working with multiple CAD software packages. I currently run a small 3d printing service as well and sell products I design and print myself. My background includes experience with manufacturing methods and drafting. I earned my mechanical engineering degree from Purdue University. My strengths include reverse engineering components, new product design, CAD assembly, rapid prototyping, and mechanical design.

Hi, I'm Mitchell Wangsgard - a Mechanical Engineer and CAD specialist with hands-on experience in product design, prototyping, and manufacturing support. I hold a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from... Read more

Hi, I'm Mitchell Wangsgard - a Mechanical Engineer and CAD specialist with hands-on experience in product design, prototyping, and manufacturing support. I hold a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Utah State University (FE-certified, CSWA-certified) and spent nearly a decade at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where I translated customer needs into manufacturable designs, created detailed CAD models and drawings, and supported both R&D and manufacturing engineering. I'm highly proficient in SolidWorks and have a strong background in mechanical assembly, prototyping, and component testing. I'm now offering part-time, remote CAD and engineering services with a focus on clear communication, clean design, and real-world practicality. Whether you need a concept modeled, a product refined, or a drawing set for production, I can help bring your idea to life.

ABET accredited Mechanical Engineer with mechanical design experience in various manufacturing sectors and 5+ years of experience with SOLIDWORKS, Autodesk Inventor, and Creo. Skilled in various manuf... Read more

ABET accredited Mechanical Engineer with mechanical design experience in various manufacturing sectors and 5+ years of experience with SOLIDWORKS, Autodesk Inventor, and Creo. Skilled in various manufacturing processes for machined and forged, and casted components, 3-D (rapid prototyping) components, GD&T, and following drawing practices that follow ANSI and ISO standards.

CAD Designer with more than 3 years of experience in the steel fabrication industry and 6 months in the blow-molding plastics industry. Proficiency with the use of Inventor, Rivit and AutoCAD for desi... Read more

CAD Designer with more than 3 years of experience in the steel fabrication industry and 6 months in the blow-molding plastics industry. Proficiency with the use of Inventor, Rivit and AutoCAD for design, build, and assembly. Professional, creative, analytical, and highly versatile. My focus centers around creating concepts and preparing 3d designs for digital prototyping, analysis, documentation, marketing and manufacturing. I use a mixture of direct cad modeling and polygonal modeling software which enables me to easily create complex geometry data that can be used for production or manufacturing.