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Product Design Specialist

3M

Jan 2021 - Nov 2023 • 2 yrs 10 mos

Worked on product design and development tasks involving 3D CAD modeling, mechanical design, product improvement, and prototype preparation. Developed practical product concepts into detailed CAD models while considering functionality, dimensions, materials, assembly, and manufacturing requirements. Assisted with design modifications and technical documentation to improve product performance and prepare designs for prototyping and production.

Mechanical Product DesIgn

GM Designs Ltd

May 2018 - Aug 2020 • 2 yrs 3 mos

GM Design Development represents a mechanical product development approach that combines industrial design, mechanical engineering, 3D CAD, and product development. Its positioning demonstrates how physical product design can connect creative development with practical engineering requirements. Mechanical product design involves more than creating the external appearance of an object. The internal structure, components, materials, assembly method, manufacturing process, and intended use all need to be considered. 3D CAD provides a useful environment for developing these details. Components can be modelled individually, assemblies can be constructed, and changes can be made throughout the development process. This helps establish a more complete digital representation of the product before physical manufacturing. Different manufacturing methods can also influence the design. Injection moulded products may require considerations such as draft and wall thickness, while CNC-machined parts may require different geometric and tooling considerations. Sheet-metal products have their own design requirements, and prototype methods can also influence how components should be developed. Mechanical engineering helps bring these considerations together. The objective is to create a product that can function correctly while also being practical to produce. This type of service can support a wide range of projects, from consumer products and technology-related hardware to specialist mechanical components and equipment. For startups and inventors, professional product development can help turn an idea into a more complete technical concept. For established companies, engineering support can help improve an existing design or prepare a product for another manufacturing stage. Prototyping can then provide an opportunity to test the design physically. Feedback from prototypes can be incorporated into later CAD revisions, creating an iterative development.

Industrial Product Design

IDC

May 2015 - May 2017 • 2 yrs

IDC provides industrial design and product development capabilities for physical products across different industries. Its service approach combines creative product development with engineering considerations, helping transform early concepts into more developed products that can be prototyped, evaluated, refined, and prepared for manufacture. Industrial product design involves understanding both what a product needs to do and how it should physically exist. The design process can include research, concept generation, industrial design, mechanical engineering, CAD development, prototyping, testing, and preparation for production. A strong product development process considers the user as well as the engineering requirements. The physical form, ergonomics, functionality, materials, components, manufacturing method, and overall product experience all need to work together. Engineering is particularly important when moving beyond an early concept. A product may look good as a concept but still require significant development before it can become a functional physical product. Mechanical components need to fit correctly, moving parts need appropriate clearances, materials need to be suitable for the intended application, and manufacturing requirements need to be considered. Prototyping provides another important stage of development. A physical prototype can reveal issues that are difficult to identify from drawings or CAD models alone. Designers and engineers can use prototype development to evaluate dimensions, usability, assembly, functionality, and physical appearance before finalizing the design. This type of integrated service is useful for startups, established manufacturers, inventors, technology companies, and businesses developing new physical products. It can also be useful when an existing product needs to be redesigned or improved.