About
I am a Mechanical Design Engineer specialized in hydraulic cylinders with over 25 years of experience. I deliver complete, production-ready solutions in SolidWorks, including 3D models, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and engineering calculations.
🛠 CORE EXPERTISE
My work covers mechanical design for construction, forestry, agricultural, municipal, and industrial machines:
- Hydraulic Cylinders (Design, dimensioning, and failure analysis)
- Welded & Machined Structures
- Custom Mechanical Components
📐 TECHNICAL SCOPE & DELIVERABLES
I focus on reliable, manufacturable, and cost-effective designs optimized for real production conditions. You will receive:
- SolidWorks 3D assemblies and parts.
- Manufacturing drawings & BOM (Bill of Materials).
- Engineering calculations (Buckling calculation of piston rods, etc.).
- Material & Sealing selection tailored to your application.
🇪🇺 EUROPEAN STANDARDS
Throughout my career, I have worked on projects for well-known European equipment manufacturers, strictly following their technical standards and high-quality requirements.
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Experience
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Chief Design Engineer – Hydraulic Cylinders
Mechanical Engineering Company · Full-time
Feb 2014 –
Present
12 yrs 2 mos
Trstenik, Serbia
Design and development of hydraulic cylinders and mechanical components in SolidWorks from concept to production
• 3D modeling, assemblies and manufacturing drawings
• Dimensioning of cylinder components and engineering calculations
• Selection of materials, seals and guiding elements
• Design optimization for manufacturability and cost
• Technical documentation and BOM
Work performed in accordance with ISO, EN and DIN standards and customer-specific requirements for well-known EU manufacturers.
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Mechanical Designer – Pneumatics & Hydraulics
Industrial Equipment Manufacturer · Full-time
May 2011 –
Feb 2014
2 yrs 9 mos
Trstenik, Serbia
Design of pneumatic and hydraulic components including cylinders and valves
• 3D CAD design and drawings
• Customization to customer requirements
• Cooperation with EU clients and suppliers
• Adaptation of designs to production capabilities
Documentation prepared according to ISO/DIN technical standards.
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Deputy Manager – Hydraulic Service
Hydraulic Manufacturing & Service · Full-time
Mar 2005 –
May 2011
6 yrs 2 mos
Trstenik, Serbia
Technical assessment and organization of hydraulic cylinder repair
• Failure analysis and repair solutions
• Quality control and inspection
• Workshop technical support
• Communication with customers
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Head of Design Office
Hydraulic Cylinder Manufacturer · Full-time
Aug 2000 –
Mar 2005
4 yrs 7 mos
Trstenik, Serbia
• Leading hydraulic cylinder design projects
• Supervision of drawings and standards compliance
• Design improvements and customization
• Support to manufacturing and assembly
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Mechanical Designer – Hydraulic Devices
Hydraulic Cylinder Manufacturer · Full-time
Mar 1995 –
Aug 2000
5 yrs 5 mos
Trstenik, Serbia
• Design of double-acting cylinders
• Reverse engineering
• Preparation of technical documentation
• Basic calculations and drawings
Education
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College of Mechanical Engineering
Associate's degree, Mechanical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, 8.5/10
1985 – 1988
Activities and Societies:
2D and 3D CAD modeling software, Basketball, Skier
University basketball team player (developed teamwork and leadership skills);
Passionate skier;
Regular attendee of international industrial and engineering trade fairs and seminars; Dedicated to continuous self-improvement in 2D and 3D CAD modeling software.