Outdoor Mechanical Device - From Conception to Prototype
Publicada el 2026-08-02
Descripción de la oferta
Mechanical Product Development Engineer Needed – Prototype Development & Testing Project Overview I am looking for an experienced Mechanical Product Development Engineer to help develop a simple, durable outdoor mechanical device from concept to production-ready prototype. This is not a CAD-only project. I am looking for someone who enjoys building, testing, improving and iterating real mechanical products. The product consists of several laser-cut steel components assembled without tools into a compact portable structure. It contains a purely mechanical rotating element (“carousel”) that automatically changes the position of several small hanging plates after interaction, creating a repeatable sequence of movements. No electronics, motors or batteries are involved. The goal is to design a mechanism that is: * reliable, * inexpensive to manufacture, * easy to assemble, * resistant to repeated outdoor use, * tolerant of manufacturing variations, * suitable for mass production. Scope of Work The selected engineer will work together with me to: * evaluate existing concepts, * propose mechanical improvements, * build physical prototypes, * perform practical testing, * identify weak points and failure modes, * improve manufacturability (DFM), * simplify assembly, * optimize weight, stiffness and durability, * prepare the design for small-scale production. I already have preliminary CAD models and several prototype concepts. What I need is engineering judgment and practical development experience rather than someone who only redraws parts. Desired Experience Ideally you have experience with: * mechanical product development, * prototype fabrication, * laser-cut sheet metal, * welded steel structures, * press-brake bending, * mechanical linkages, * rotating mechanisms, * tolerance analysis, * Design for Manufacturing (DFM), * rapid prototyping, * product testing. Experience developing outdoor consumer products, sporting equipment, industrial devices or mechanical equipment is a significant advantage. Collaboration I am looking for a long-term collaboration lasting several months. If you have your own workshop or easy access to fabrication equipment, that is a major advantage. Communication in English is sufficient. Please include examples of products you have personally helped develop from prototype to production.
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