George G.

Experience

• Hardware Founder & IoT Developer Independent B2C Brand · Self-employed Sep 2021 – Present 4 yrs 11 mos Tbilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia IoT & Smart Home Development: Architecting and developing proprietary smart home devices.
  Integrating embedded electronics, such as ESP32 microcontrollers and HX711 load cell sensors, to
  trigger complex smart home scenarios.
  • Embedded Firmware Engineering: Writing custom C/C++ firmware to process raw sensor data and
  establish secure, reliable communication with cloud ecosystems. (e.g. Tuya Smart)
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  End-to-End Product Commercialization: Independently managing the full product lifecycle
  for home consumer goods, from initial conceptualization and CAD enclosure design to batch
  manufacturing and fulfillment on major e-commerce marketplaces.
  • Hardware-Software Co-Design: Designing functional mechanisms and ergonomic enclosures
  that seamlessly integrate PCBs and external interfaces, bridging the gap between embedded
  software logic and physical user interaction.
• Head of Mechanical Engineering UAV & Robotics Manufacturer · Full-time Apr 2021 – Present 5 yrs 4 mos Tbilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia Engineering Leadership & Management: Direct a multidisciplinary R&D team of 10 mechanical
  and design engineers. Oversee task allocation, agile tracking, technical mentorship, and
  performance reviews. Manage departmental procurement budgets and provide strategic
  consulting for the internal additive manufacturing (3D printing) laboratory.
  • UAV & Hardware Development: Spearhead the end-to-end mechanical design of UAV systems
  (drones), modular platforms, complex electronics enclosures, specialized antennas, and custom
  tooling fixtures. Ensure flawless electromechanical integration for high-density PCB layouts, RF
  components, and specific internal interfaces.
  • Advanced DFM & Mass Production: Optimize hardware designs for a comprehensive spectrum of
  manufacturing technologies. Successfully engineered components for CNC milling, CNC turning,
  injection molding, vacuum forming, centrifugal casting, and composite material layups.
  • Reverse Engineering & Simulation: Conduct advanced 3D scanning operations and complex
  mesh data processing. Execute comprehensive reverse engineering of legacy components and
  perform rigorous mechanical simulations (FEA) to validate structural integrity and thermal
  dissipation prior to manufacturing.
  • Industrial Additive Manufacturing: Orchestrate rapid prototyping and low-volume production
  cycles utilizing industrial-grade FDM, SLS, and SLA 3D printing technologies across a wide array
  of advanced polymers and engineering resins.
  • Technical Documentation & Compliance: Produce exhaustive technical documentation
  packages, including 2D manufacturing blueprints, assembly guidelines, precise tolerance analyses,
  and BOMs to ensure a seamless transition from R&D prototypes to scalable production.
• Mechanical Design Engineer & Reverse Engineering Contractor Independent Contractor · Self-employed Sep 2021 – Apr 2026 4 yrs 7 mos Tbilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia • Reverse Engineering & Product Optimization: Reconstructed and engineered complex
  mechanical components and commercial enclosures without original documentation.
  Redesigned legacy parts to improve structural integrity, ergonomics, and manufacturability.
  • 3D Scan Data Processing: Successfully processed and repaired high-resolution 3D scan data (mesh
  processing). Converted raw polygonal mesh models using DezignX into highly precise, editable
  parametric CAD models (Solid/B-rep) within Fusion 360 for further engineering modifications.
  • Advanced Additive Manufacturing: Managed FDM production cycles utilizing OrcaSlicer for
  complex geometries. Selected and tested optimal materials (including PETG, ABS, TPU, PLA
  Wood, and engineering-grade polymers) to meet specific mechanical, thermal, and aesthetic
  requirements for each custom part.
  • Prototyping & Post-Processing: Executed comprehensive post-processing of 3D-printed
  components (sanding, smoothing, thread tapping, and assembly) to achieve production-grade
  surface finishes and strict dimensional tolerances.
  • Iterative Product Modification: Conducted deep hardware modifications and functional upgrades
  for 40+ existing products. Resolved critical design flaws and adapted original geometries for
  alternative manufacturing methods or expanded end-user use cases.
• Mechanical Drafting Specialist Independent Contractor · Self-employed Sep 2021 – Apr 2024 2 yrs 7 mos Tbilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia • 2D Manufacturing Drawings: Created precise 2D engineering drawings and technical
  documentation from 3D models, physical prototypes, or client sketches for 40+ customized
  mechanical and electromechanical parts.
  • GD&T and Tolerance Analysis: Applied Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles
  according to ISO / ASME Y14.5 standards to ensure proper fits, clearances, and cost-effective
  manufacturability.
  • Assembly Documentation & BOMs: Developed detailed assembly drawings, exploded views, and
  comprehensive Bills of Materials (BOM) to streamline the manufacturing and final assembly
  processes for clients.
  • Legacy Data Conversion: Converted outdated paper blueprints and legacy 2D files into fully
  parametric 3D CAD models and updated digital drawing formats.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Communicated directly with clients and machine shops to
  resolve design ambiguities, clarify technical requirements, and iterate on drawings for CNC
  machining and sheet metal fabrication.