Hernan G.
Prototyping Engineer
Abu Dhabi,
United Arab Emirates
Global rank:
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Additive Manufacturing
Autodesk Fusion 360
CNC Machining
Design for rapid prototyping
Product Design
About
I deliver production-ready hardware designs, validated by rigorous DFM/DFMA standards and in-house physical testing.
As a Senior Product Design Engineer with a Master’s in Control & Automation, I specialize in the convergence of robust mechanical hardware and industrial intelligence. I do not stop at the CAD file, I ensure manufacturability by applying real-world machining and tooling constraints from day one.
I own and operate a personal prototyping facility (Turning, Milling, Drilling, Tooling, Measurement), allowing me to physically validate tolerance stacks and assembly logic before you commit to mass production.
My "Design-to-Validation" Methodology:
Advanced Hardware Design (DFM/DFMA): I design complex assemblies with a strict focus on Design for Manufacturing and Assembly. Whether for CNC machining or Large Scale 3D Printing, my models are optimized to reduce part count, machining time, and assembly errors.
Industrial Automation & Control: I integrate mechanical systems with intelligent control architectures. My expertise includes Finite State Machines (FSM), PLC Integration, and sensor fusion for robotic systems. * Computer Vision Integration: For projects requiring visual intelligence, I implement OpenCV to guide mechanical actuation.
Signature Capabilities:
In-House Validation: I can machine and assemble proof-of-concept prototypes to verify fit, form, and function immediately.
Large Format Additive Manufacturing: Expertise in designing for and operating large-scale 3D printing systems (Magnum class), managing thermal expansion and layer adhesion challenges. * Robotics & Systems Integration: From robotic arms to automated sorting systems, I handle the mechanical linkages and the logic that drives them.
If you need an engineer who understands the difference between a pretty render and a machinable part, let's discuss your project.
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As a Senior Product Design Engineer with a Master’s in Control & Automation, I specialize in the convergence of robust mechanical hardware and industrial intelligence. I do not stop at the CAD file, I ensure manufacturability by applying real-world machining and tooling constraints from day one.
I own and operate a personal prototyping facility (Turning, Milling, Drilling, Tooling, Measurement), allowing me to physically validate tolerance stacks and assembly logic before you commit to mass production.
My "Design-to-Validation" Methodology:
Advanced Hardware Design (DFM/DFMA): I design complex assemblies with a strict focus on Design for Manufacturing and Assembly. Whether for CNC machining or Large Scale 3D Printing, my models are optimized to reduce part count, machining time, and assembly errors.
Industrial Automation & Control: I integrate mechanical systems with intelligent control architectures. My expertise includes Finite State Machines (FSM), PLC Integration, and sensor fusion for robotic systems. * Computer Vision Integration: For projects requiring visual intelligence, I implement OpenCV to guide mechanical actuation.
Signature Capabilities:
In-House Validation: I can machine and assemble proof-of-concept prototypes to verify fit, form, and function immediately.
Large Format Additive Manufacturing: Expertise in designing for and operating large-scale 3D printing systems (Magnum class), managing thermal expansion and layer adhesion challenges. * Robotics & Systems Integration: From robotic arms to automated sorting systems, I handle the mechanical linkages and the logic that drives them.
If you need an engineer who understands the difference between a pretty render and a machinable part, let's discuss your project.
Experience
- Prototyping Engineer Technology Innovation Institute · Full-time Sep 2013 – Present 12 yrs 5 mos United Arab Emirates Rapid Prototyping & Hardware Integration. Translate design specifications into physical prototypes. Focus on electromechanical integration and material selection for high-stress applications. Coordinate with manufacturing teams to resolve DFM issues during the build phase.
- Lead Automation & R&D Engineer Furagems Inc · Full-time Jan 2013 – Sep 2024 11 yrs 8 mos United Arab Emirates Spearheaded the full-cycle development of a proprietary Automated Gemstone Sorting Machine from scratch. Engineered the complex electromechanical architecture (CAD/CAE) and integrated dual robotic systems (SCARA) with custom PLC logic and sensor arrays. Developed advanced Computer Vision algorithms (OpenCV/AI) for real-time coordinate mapping and collision avoidance, validating process efficiency via Finite State Machines (FSM). Authored detailed technical documentation for successful patent claims.
- Mechanical Designer Storm · Freelance Jun 2013 – Jun 2016 3 yrs Russia Rapid Prototyping & Hardware Integration. Translate design specifications into physical prototypes. Focus on electromechanical integration and material selection for high-stress applications. Coordinate with manufacturing teams to resolve DFM issues during the build phase.
Education
- Gubkin Russian State University of Oil and Gas Master's Degree, Control and Automation Engineering 2014 – 2016 Design, simulation and prototyping of Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV).
- Peoples' Friendship University of Russia Bachelor's Degree, Control and Automation Engineering 2010 – 2014 Design, simulation and prototyping of Remotely Operated Underwater Vehicle (ROV).
Licenses & Certifications
- KNX Basic Course Nov 2025 – Present
- Master G-Code programming Jun 2024 – Present
- Underground Design & Planning Sep 2020 – Present
- PROFESSIONAL - Mechanical Design Jul 2020 – Present
- ASSOCIATE - Mechanical Design Jun 2020 – Present
- 3D Mine Ventilation Design Jan 2020 – Present
- ROV Pilot Technician Grade II Jun 2012 – Present
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Age: 35
Joined: January 31, 2026
Last seen: February 1, 2026
Area of Expertise
3D Printing Design
Concept Design
Mechanical Engineering
Rapid Prototyping
Computer Numerical Control
3D Design Services
CNC Programming
SolidWorks Design Services
Rapid Prototyping Services
3D Models of Machine Parts
Design Engineering Services
Prototype Design Engineering
Machine Drawing Services
Mechanical Design Services
Mechanical CAD Design
Manufacturing Drawings
3D Product Modeling
2D to 3D Modeling
Design for Manufacturing and Assembly
Design for Manufacturability (DFM Services)
Languages
English Full professional proficiency
Russian Full professional proficiency
Spanish Native or bilingual proficiency
Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates