Samantha S.
Mechanical Engineer/ Product Design Expert
Product Design Mechanical Engineer & Jewelry Designer | 15+ Years in Product Innovation, CAD & Design for Manufacture I’m a Product Design Mechanical Engineer with an M.S. in Engineering and over 15 years of experience transforming ideas into production-ready products. My background spans mechanical product development and professional jewelry design—two fields where precision, creativity, and deep manufacturing knowledge are essential. Whether I’m engineering complex mechanical systems or designing refined jewelry pieces, I blend artistic vision with engineering discipline to deliver designs that perform flawlessly—both functionally and aesthetically. Looking for Mechanical or Product Design Support? -------------------------------------------------------------- I help entrepreneurs, startups, and established companies bring physical products to life—from early concept through manufacturing. My core services include: - 3D CAD modeling (Fusion 360, Inventor, AutoCAD) - 2D engineering drawings & GD&T (ASME Y14.5) - Mechanical simulation (FEA, fatigue, motion, flow) - Design for sheet metal, injection molding, and CNC manufacturing - Prototyping, DFM, and product design consultation Need Expert-Level Jewelry Design? ------------------------------------------ I provide end-to-end jewelry design services that balance aesthetics with real-world manufacturability: - Fine metal & gemstone jewelry - Silicone and activewear collections - Dial watches and smartwatches - Custom mechanisms (clasps, chains, hinges) - CAD modeling for casting, 3D printing, and production I’ve partnered with solo founders, startups, and established brands scaling their product lines. Clients value my clear communication, fast iteration cycles, and ability to translate ideas into manufacturable designs they’re proud to bring to market. Let’s connect—I’d love to help bring your vision to life.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $4.5k
Billed in all: $15,477$15k
$373 in the last 6 months
Across 29 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 13% in 3D Design
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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