Ivan V.
Industrial Designer | Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Specialist | 10+ Years in Product Development
Zagreb,
Croatia
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Skill pts: 5
About
I am an industrial designer with more than 10 years of experience in end-to-end product development, specializing in design for manufacturing (DFM) and production optimization. My work spans concept development, CAD modeling, prototyping, and preparation for serial production—from low-volume batches to runs of over 200,000 units.
I have delivered products across a wide range of technologies, including die casting, CNC machining, injection molding, thermoforming, 3D printing, laser cutting/engraving, cold forming, spin casting, galvanization, powder coating, lacquering, and more. I work confidently with metals, plastics, wood, engineered panels, and hybrid material assemblies.
Beyond design, I help clients evaluate production feasibility, select materials and manufacturing technologies, optimize for cost, and identify reliable prototyping and manufacturing partners. My approach bridges the gap between creative concept and real-world manufacturability.
I am fluent in English, German, and Croatian, and used to collaborating with international teams under NDA.
Available for both full projects and technical support on a part-time basis.
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I have delivered products across a wide range of technologies, including die casting, CNC machining, injection molding, thermoforming, 3D printing, laser cutting/engraving, cold forming, spin casting, galvanization, powder coating, lacquering, and more. I work confidently with metals, plastics, wood, engineered panels, and hybrid material assemblies.
Beyond design, I help clients evaluate production feasibility, select materials and manufacturing technologies, optimize for cost, and identify reliable prototyping and manufacturing partners. My approach bridges the gap between creative concept and real-world manufacturability.
I am fluent in English, German, and Croatian, and used to collaborating with international teams under NDA.
Available for both full projects and technical support on a part-time basis.
Experience
- Industrial Designer and Manufacturing Consultant spajk.net · Self-employed Mar 2025 – Present 1 yrs 2 mos Zagreb, Croatia
- Head of Industrial Design and Development PES Creative Factory · Full-time Oct 2014 – Present 11 yrs 7 mos Zagreb, Croatia
Education
- School of Design / Faculty of Architecture / University of Zagreb A, Industrial / Product Design, Master 2009 – 2014
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Age: 35
Joined: November 26, 2025
Last seen: December 16, 2025
Area of Expertise
3D Printing Design
3D Art Design Services
Industrial Design Services
Packaging Design
Concept Design
Electronic Devices
Furniture Design
Lighting Design
Toys & Games Design
Tool Design Services
2D to 3D Conversion Services
SolidWorks Design Services
3D Solid Modeling
3D Product Rendering and Design
Paper to CAD Conversion
Mechanical Design Services
Mechanical CAD Design
Product Engineering Services
2D to 3D Modeling
Packaging Concept Design
Languages
English Full professional proficiency
German Full professional proficiency
Croatian Native or bilingual proficiency
Location
Zagreb, Croatia