From concept to commissioning.
Special-purpose machines · Fixtures · Prototypes · Engineering services
Cost-efficient technical solutions start with thoughtful design.
Mechanical design and development engineer
For around eight years, I have developed, designed and optimised machines and assemblies in Germany's mechanical engineering industry. My experience spans concept development and manufacturing-ready design through to support during manufacturing, assembly and commissioning.
I compare technical approaches and consider function, manufacturing effort, assembly and maintenance — so that the effort and benefits align.
I place particular emphasis on functional and manufacturing-appropriate tolerances, clear technical documentation and close coordination during implementation.
From the initial idea through detailed design to implementation support: I focus on the tasks that move your project forward.
Development and design of customised machines, test benches and handling units — from concepts, 3D CAD, manufacturing drawings, parts lists and technical documentation to support during manufacturing, assembly and commissioning. Function, cost-effective production and thoughtful assembly are considered together from the outset.
Design of tools, vulcanisation moulds and fixtures for clamping, assembly and testing. I consider part geometry, process-related dimensional changes, manufacturing methods and operating requirements — for functional solutions that are economical to manufacture and practical to use.
From a technical idea to a fully designed functional model: I develop prototypes and parts suited to 3D printing to assess space, assembly and function. This includes CAD models, technical documentation and further design development based on manufacturing and test findings.
Engineering calculations, FEM and CFD simulations, and research and development support. For assessing and optimising components and assemblies — with traceable results and specific recommendations for your design.
I support research and development projects from feasibility assessment and concept development to prototypes and experimental fixtures. Test findings feed into further development of the design.
A look at equipment built during previous industrial roles and my own developments. The project reports describe my contribution and each project's development status.
Industrial project from previous employment
Automated laser processing of FKM seals with feeding and a rotating workpiece fixture.
Built and commissioned.
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Industrial project from previous employment
Bulk feeding, singulation and machining of the inner and outer diameters in a single setup.
Built and commissioned.
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Independent development project
Hydraulic design, 3D CAD and technical drawings for a single-stage centrifugal pump.
Design stage · no prototype or performance verification yet.
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Industrial project from previous employment
Pressure chamber, shaft and belt drive for testing radial shaft seals.
Built and commissioned.
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Industrial project from previous employment
Electromagnetically actuated shutter with position sensing and a 3D-printed functional model.
Design development and functional prototype.
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Development work from previous employment
A calculation model and Inventor/iLogic link seal dimensions to parametric mould geometry.
Used in the design work at the time.
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Independent software and engineering project
Web application for preliminary hydraulic impeller design and geometric data for CAD.
Beta version · limited scope of application.
View projectYou speak directly with the engineer working on your design task. Scope, interfaces and deliverables are agreed at the outset.
Review function, requirements, interfaces and available documentation together.
Develop concepts and design decisions within the agreed scope.
Review progress and align function, manufacturing and assembly.
Provide models, drawings and technical documents in a structured form.
Briefly describe your task, its current status and the results you need. Together, we will define the appropriate scope.
