Aaron R.
Mechanical Engineer | Product Design | CAD
| Mechanical Engineer | Product Design | I turn your concepts into precise, production-ready reality. Hi, I’m Aaron, with over 15 years of experience in mechanical engineering and product development, I help companies and inventors bridge the gap between an initial idea and a high-quality, manufacturable product. My approach is to bring technical excellence, ensuring every design is optimized for performance, cost, and scalability from the very first sketch. -|| Why Choose Me? ||- |- Manufacturing-First Mindset -| I don't just deliver "pretty" CAD files; I deliver engineering data that works on the shop floor. I specialize in design that focuses on manufacturability and assembly to minimize waste and reduce production costs. |- Technical Excellence -| I utilize advanced CAD modeling and simulation tools to validate designs through functional, stress, and motion analysis before you ever commit to tooling. |- Collaborative Partnership -| Your vision is the driving force. I listen closely, asking the right questions early to de-risk technical decisions, and tailoring my workflow to fit your specific project goals. -|| Core Expertise & Services ||- |- Full-Cycle Product Design -| Conceptualizing and developing product ideas from initial sketches to detailed, precise 3D models. |- Engineering Analysis & Simulation -| Optimizing designs using FEA, structural stress calculations, and motion simulations for performance and validation. |- Prototyping & Fabrication -| Building functional prototypes to test designs and preparing vendor-ready documentation, including BOMs, DXF flat patterns, and clear, concise drawings. |- Specialized Support -| Patent process support, high-quality CAD rendering, and material selection based on cost-efficiency and availability. -|| Let’s Build Something Great! ||- Whether you are a startup looking to make your mark or an established company seeking a design refresh, I provide the experienced technical input required to move forward confidently. I enjoy working with clients who are engaged, communicative, and ready to bring innovation to life. |- How to start your project -| Click "Invite to Job" or "Message" at the top of the page with a brief overview of your project. I'll reply with practical options and a map to start your project.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $30k
Billed in all: $288,100$288k
$4.3k in the last 6 months
Across 8 contracts
Across 106 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 0.75% in 2D Design
Top 1% in 3 of 20 skills, ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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