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Ying W.

Eyewear CAD Specialist | Rhino 3D & Technical Production Expert

London, United Kingdom

Global rank:

4,232 / 121,779

Skill pts: 10

2D AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop 15 DFM Design Product Development Product Development (NPD) Rhinoceros (Rhino 3D) 5

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About

Specializing in technical eyewear design with 12 years of industry experience. I bridge the gap between creative concepts and mass production.

With a career spanning high-end acetate construction, embellished styles, and high-volume injection molding, I provide the technical precision required to move projects seamlessly from design to the factory floor.

My expertise includes:

High-precision 3D modeling (Rhino 3D): Developing manufacturing-ready assets.

Detailed 2D Technical Packs: Creating comprehensive blueprints, exploded views, and GD&T.

Manufacturing Optimization: Expert knowledge in Acetate, Metal, Injection, and Titanium frame construction.

DFM (Design for Manufacturing): Reducing factory communication errors and resolving production bottlenecks.

Availability & Communication: Currently based in the UK (Reading), I offer synchronized support for US business hours (EST/PST). I provide high-precision technical design with an international perspective, ensuring a fast turnaround while you sleep and readiness for meetings during your morning/afternoon.

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Experience

Eyewear Technical Designer Self-Employed / Freelance Technical Designer · Freelance Jan 2021 – Present 5 yrs 1 mos Reading, England, United Kingdom Provided high-precision technical design services for diverse global clients. Specializing in:

Technical Packs & Spec Accuracy: Delivering manufacturing-ready 2D/3D blueprints.

Rhino 3D Modeling: Bridging design concepts with rapid prototyping.

Manufacturing Liaison: Resolving complex tooling and material issues for both Acetate and Injection molded frames.
Eyewear Designer (Fast-Fashion & Injection Specialist) B.Base (HK) Ltd. · Full-time Jul 2016 – Dec 2020 4 yrs 5 mos Hong Kong Specialized in Fast-Fashion eyewear development, focusing on high-volume injection-molded frames. Engineered design variations and managed rapid development cycles. Collaborated closely with engineers to resolve production bottlenecks and material issues, ensuring that even high-speed production maintained technical integrity and functional quality.
Eyewear Designer (UK & Europe Market Specialist) S&J Optical Ltd. · Full-time Jul 2015 – Jun 2016 11 mos Hong Kong Developed acetate collections specifically for UK and European markets. Translated fashion brand briefs into production-ready eyewear, balancing European aesthetics with technical feasibility. Created comprehensive Technical Packs, including precise Illustrator construction drawings and exploded views for international suppliers.
Product Designer (Acetate & Embellished Style) Wah Ming Optical Manufactory Ltd. · Full-time Sep 2013 – Apr 2015 1 yrs 7 mos Hong Kong Focused on high-end acetate construction with a specialty in embellished styles. Responsible for high-precision technical specifications and decorative component integration. Ensured technical accuracy in frame geometry while managing complex aesthetic details for luxury-tier eyewear production.

Education

The HK Polytechnic University Bachelor of Arts in Fashion and Textiles, Intimate Apparel 2011 – 2013