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Michael L.

Industrial Design, Mechanical Designer with 20+ years of product development

Woodstock, United States

Global rank:

6,269 / 135,456

Skill pts: 6

3D Conceptual Design Invention Development Mechanical Engineer Mechanical Engineering Plastic Injection Molding Design

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About

I am a Principal at iD2 Products, a consulting firm that offers high-quality and innovative solutions for product design and development across multiple industries. I have over 25 years of experience in industrial design, 3D CAD, graphical design, mechanical engineering, and team leadership, and I have successfully delivered products from conception to production that meet the needs and expectations of clients and end-users.

My portfolio includes products in the consumer, commercial, and medical device sectors, such as the LR6 LED Downlight, which won an IDEA Silver Award for its energy efficiency, light quality, and easy installation, and the EmitBio Device, which uses LED technology to treat viral infections. I also hold 100+ patents for LED lamps and other inventions that demonstrate my creativity and problem-solving skills. My mission is to create products that are not only functional and aesthetically pleasing but also disruptive and impactful. If you need help designing or developing a product, reach out, and we can discuss the opportunity. Visit us at ▒▒▒▒▒▒▒▒▒▒▒▒▒▒▒

Experience

Principal/ Owner iD2 Products, LLC. · Self-employed Sep 2022 – Present 3 yrs 9 mos GA, United States Founded and operate a consulting and product development company, delivering expertise across multiple industries while also creating and marketing proprietary products for sale.
Director of Design and Development KnowBio, LLC · Full-time Jul 2015 – Sep 2022 7 yrs 2 mos Morrisville, NC, undefined • Concept and Development of a breakthrough, patented, light-based medical device for daily treatment of COVID-19 and other viral pathogens in the oral cavity.
• Collaborated closely with the scientific team to support research, testing, and iterative development of the device, leading to successful clinical trial results and ongoing FDA De Novo submission, with a market release target in 2025.
• Designed and developed prototypes and production components from cast aluminum and injection-molded plastics, ensuring compliance with FDA standards.
Manager of Engineering, Industrial Design &Advanced Concepts Cree Lighting · Full-time Jan 2007 – Jul 2015 8 yrs 6 mos NC, United States Led an innovation group focused on resolving complex challenges in lighting, overseeing a multidisciplinary team of mechanical and system engineers, electrical engineers, lab technicians, and prototyping staff. I still developed products and projects while leading others to do the same.

Education

Auburn University Bachelor of Industrial Design, Industrial / Product Design, 3.5 1988 – 1992 Activities and Societies: VP of Student Industrial Design Group

Other experience

Rapid Prototyping and 3D Printing Operate a small workshop with FDM and SLA 3D printers, Laser cutters and 3D prototype tools. Can create 3D models, paint or finish to demonstrate products.