Dennis V.
Industrial Design | Product Development | Mechanical Engineering
I help brands and startups shape ideas from sketch to production. 🔹 EXPERIENCE With 10+ years of experience in industrial design, my design philosophy centers on creating functional, imaginative, and sustainable solutions that address real-world problems. My expertise lies in creating innovative solutions across diverse industries, including consumer electronics, health & well-being, AI-based wearable devices, medical devices, sports & outdoor goods, soft goods, and accessories. 🔹 SERVICES & SKILLS • Industrial Design (Concept to Manufacturing) • Concept Development & Strategy • AI-enhanced workflows • CAD 3D Modeling & Mechanical Engineering • Design for Manufacturing (DFM) • CMF Documentation (Color, Material, Finish) • Prototyping & Testing • Manufacturing Liaison Alongside end-to-end product design and development, I offer strategic consultation that considers key elements such as target markets, user needs, competitive landscapes, material selection, and efficient manufacturing processes. This holistic approach ensures each product not only meets design expectations but is fully optimized for market success. 🔹 CLIENT RESULTS • PHILIPS Shavers - 10M+ units sold in China through region-focused design propositions. • AURA Sleep Mask - Fully funded on Kickstarter within the first day, demonstrating a design that resonated strongly with early adopters. • GLUTRAC CGM Wearable - Designed a pioneering non-invasive glucose-monitoring wearable, showcased at CES as a revolutionary approach to diabetes care that replaces painful finger pricks with seamless, wearable tracking. • VENTEV USB Car Chargers - Successfully designed a range of premium, ultra-fast USB car chargers that have become key components in Ventev’s high-quality mobile power accessory lineup. • Battery Tender® Charger Series - Designed a comprehensive lineup of smart, high-reliability battery chargers and power solutions for Deltran’s globally recognized Battery Tender® brand, helping strengthen its position in the expanding car battery charger market. • HYPERION - Led the design of a cordless, rechargeable portable tire inflator with intuitive digital interface and rapid inflation performance. 🔹 WHAT I BRING TO THE TABLE • Design that sells – product concepts shaped to resonate with users and succeed in the marketplace. • Prototyping expertise – years of hands-on experience in rapid prototyping, iteration, and small-batch production. • Full-cycle development know-how – from early sketches and ergonomic studies to CAD modeling, prototyping, and DFM for manufacturing readiness. • Production-ready execution – hand-on experience in plastics, injection molding, tooling consultation, and manufacturer liaison across Asia and Europe. • User-centered design – balancing aesthetics, functionality, and innovation to create intuitive, meaningful user experiences. Clients describe my work as innovative, strategic, and refreshingly practical. Whether you're launching your first product or expanding an established portfolio, I bring the dedication, clarity, and mindset needed to turn good ideas into successful, manufacturable products. If you’re looking for a partner who can bring your vision to life, feel free to reach out -I’d love to hear what you’re working on
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $17k
Billed in all: $29,736$30k
$2.1k in the last 6 months
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 3% in 3D Modeling
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
- #19Concept Development337 freelancers · 🇭🇰 #1Top 6%🇭🇰#1 of 1
- #70Industrial Design1,242 freelancers · 🇭🇰 #1Top 6%🇭🇰#1 of 3
- #99Mechanical Engineering2,036 freelancers · 🇭🇰 #1Top 5%🇭🇰#1 of 3
- #158CAD3,649 freelancers · 🇭🇰 #1Top 4%🇭🇰#1 of 2
- #176Prototyping3,352 freelancers · 🇭🇰 #1Top 5%🇭🇰#1 of 2
- #2163D Rendering7,060 freelancers · 🇭🇰 #1Top 3%🇭🇰#1 of 6
- #287Product Design6,669 freelancers · 🇭🇰 #1Top 4%🇭🇰#1 of 10
- #3063D Modeling10,500 freelancers · 🇭🇰 #1Top 3%🇭🇰#1 of 7