Daniel K.
Product Design Engineer
Berlin,
Germany
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About
Hi, I am a mechanical design engineer with over 15 years of experience in product development and engineering.
I develop functional and innovative engineering solutions for complex components and systems, with a strong focus on performance, manufacturability and reliability.
My work covers the entire development process – from concept and engineering to production-ready designs, including support for prototyping and testing.
CAD is a key tool in my workflow, enabling me to translate complex ideas into precise and functional designs. I work with several high-end CAD systems, including CATIA, Siemens NX and Autodesk Inventor.
My core expertise includes:
• Complex assemblies and mechanical systems
• Automotive components and body structures, including styling integration and Class-A surface modeling
• Design of drivetrain components (gearbox parts, engine components, engine systems and subsystems, tuning)
• 3D scanning and reverse engineering (scan-to-design reconstruction, adaptation and redesign)
• Design of cast, molded and machined parts
• Manufacturing optimization and development of production processes
• Mechanical design of components within electrical systems
• Creation of complex technical drawings (GD&T, tolerances and fits)
I place strong emphasis on engineering quality, creative problem solving and practical solutions that perform reliably in real-world applications.
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I develop functional and innovative engineering solutions for complex components and systems, with a strong focus on performance, manufacturability and reliability.
My work covers the entire development process – from concept and engineering to production-ready designs, including support for prototyping and testing.
CAD is a key tool in my workflow, enabling me to translate complex ideas into precise and functional designs. I work with several high-end CAD systems, including CATIA, Siemens NX and Autodesk Inventor.
My core expertise includes:
• Complex assemblies and mechanical systems
• Automotive components and body structures, including styling integration and Class-A surface modeling
• Design of drivetrain components (gearbox parts, engine components, engine systems and subsystems, tuning)
• 3D scanning and reverse engineering (scan-to-design reconstruction, adaptation and redesign)
• Design of cast, molded and machined parts
• Manufacturing optimization and development of production processes
• Mechanical design of components within electrical systems
• Creation of complex technical drawings (GD&T, tolerances and fits)
I place strong emphasis on engineering quality, creative problem solving and practical solutions that perform reliably in real-world applications.
Experience
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Freelance Mechanical Design Engineer
CAD · Freelance
Dec 2024 –
Present
1 yrs 4 mos
Germany
Design of automotive exterior and interior body components
Development of Class-A styling surfaces for automotive applications
Design and modeling of components based on Class-A surfaces
Reverse engineering and processing of 3D scan data
Design of engine and gearbox components
Design of intake and exhaust system parts
Design of cast parts and molded components
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) -
Product Design Engineer
CAD · Full-time
Dec 2014 –
Dec 2024
10 yrs
Germany
Product Design Engineer & Development Engineer at an Automotive Supplier.
3D modeling and creation of technical drawings for automotive applications.
Design of vehicle exterior and interior components, including molded parts.
Design and modeling of components based on Class-A surfaces.
Transformation of styling surfaces into functional, manufacturable parts.
Support and coordination of manufacturing processes.
Modification, optimization and further development of existing designs.
Collaboration with production teams and customers.
3D scanning and reverse engineering of components. -
Mechanical Design Engineer
CAD · Full-time
Aug 2010 –
Dec 2014
4 yrs 4 mos
Germany
Design of mechanical components and assemblies for industrial applications.
Design of welded structures and assemblies for mechanical engineering applications.
Design of precision parts for machining (milling & turning).
Creation of 3D CAD models and production-ready technical drawings.
Tolerancing, fits, and GD&T (form & position tolerances).
Optimization and modification of existing components and systems.
Consideration of manufacturability, tolerances, and material selection.
Collaboration with production.
Education
- Balthasar-Neumann-Technikum BNT Trier State-Certified Technician (EQF Level 6), Mechanical Engineering 2019 – 2023 Activities and Societies: Product Design Engineer & Development Engineer at an Automotive Supplier. State-Certified Mechanical Engineering Technician (EQF Level 6), completed as a part-time advanced vocational training alongside full-time professional work.
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Tesla Automation / BBS Gut Trier
Technical Product Designer (Mechanical Engineering), Mechanical and Plant Engineering, State-Certified Mechanical Engineering Technician
2010 – 2013
Activities and Societies:
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Dual vocational training as a Technical Product Designer in mechanical and plant engineering at Tesla Grohmann Automation.
Focus on 3D CAD modeling, technical drawings and the design of mechanical components and assemblies.
Strong foundation in engineering design principles, manufacturing processes and technical documentation.
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Joined: April 17, 2026
Last seen: April 18, 2026
Area of Expertise
3D Modeling
General CAD Drafting
Mechanical Engineering
Structural Engineering
Injection Molding and Casting
Reverse Engineering
FEA Finite Element Analysis
SolidWorks Design Services
Sheet Metal Design
Mold and Die Design Services
3D Solid Modeling
CATIA Design Services
3D Models of Machine Parts
Design Engineering Services
Assembly Modeling Services
Prototype Design Engineering
3D Product Modeling
Packaging Concept Design
Design for Manufacturability (DFM Services)
3D Scanning Services
Languages
German Native or bilingual proficiency
English Professional working proficiency
Russian Full professional proficiency
Location
Berlin, Germany