Gerhardt R

Architectural Designer & 3D Visualization Specialist

Dec 2024 - Present • 1 yr 9 mos

Worked across architectural design, residential architecture, building design, architectural drafting, 3D architectural modeling and visualization for residential and small commercial projects. Developed architectural concepts from client requirements into organized floor plans, elevations, 3D models and presentation-ready visualizations. Created detailed 2D floor plans, architectural drawings, building layouts, elevations, sections, site concepts and construction documentation, with strong attention to dimensions, circulation, spatial planning and practical building requirements. Assisted with residential house plans, modern home designs, extensions, interior layouts and exterior architectural concepts. Developed accurate 3D architectural models for houses, apartments, commercial spaces and interior environments using professional architectural modeling workflows. Produced architectural visualization materials including 3D exterior modeling, interior 3D modeling, architectural rendering, photorealistic visualization, walkthrough concepts and presentation imagery. Experienced with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and 3D visualization workflows, combining technical architectural documentation with strong visual communication. Worked from sketches, reference images, site information and client briefs to develop coherent architectural concepts and detailed digital models. Supported projects through different stages of conceptual architecture, space planning, floor plan development, 3D modeling, architectural visualization and design documentation, while coordinating design changes and maintaining consistency between 2D drawings and 3D models. Specialized in creating architectural solutions that balance functionality, aesthetics, spatial efficiency, constructability and client requirements, while presenting complex architectural ideas clearly through professional drawings and 3D visualization.

Product Development & Industrial Design Engineer

Apr 2024 - Present • 2 yrs 5 mos

Worked on multidisciplinary product development, industrial design, mechanical engineering and 3D modeling projects, supporting clients from initial product concepts through detailed CAD development and manufacturing preparation. Created 3D product models and mechanical CAD assemblies for consumer products, electronic devices, smart products, tools, accessories, enclosures and custom mechanical components. Translated client briefs, hand sketches, reference photographs and conceptual ideas into structured 3D CAD designs suitable for prototyping, visualization and manufacturing. Provided expertise in mechanical product design, industrial product design, product engineering, CAD modeling, parametric modeling, enclosure design, product housing design, component integration, DFM, prototyping and manufacturing preparation. Developed designs with consideration for assembly methods, fasteners, wall thicknesses, clearances, tolerances, material selection and production processes. Produced technical drawings, manufacturing drawings, dimensioned drawings, assembly drawings and detailed CAD documentation for manufacturers and prototype suppliers. Prepared production files for CNC machining, 3D printing, injection molding and other manufacturing processes, ensuring that geometry and documentation were aligned with practical production requirements. Collaborated with clients, engineers, manufacturers and product teams to iterate concepts, resolve design issues and improve the functionality, aesthetics and manufacturability of products. Experienced in using Fusion 360, SolidWorks, AutoCAD and related 3D CAD workflows for product development and mechanical design. Focused on delivering practical, commercially viable product concepts rather than purely visual models, helping clients move from idea → concept → 3D CAD → prototype → manufacturing.

Senior Product Designer & CAD Specialist

Dec 2022 - Present • 3 yrs 9 mos

Specialized in product design, industrial design, mechanical design, 3D CAD modeling, product development and manufacturing-ready CAD for startups, entrepreneurs, manufacturers and established brands. Responsible for transforming early-stage concepts, sketches, reference images and functional requirements into accurate 3D product models and production-ready engineering documentation. Developed detailed 3D CAD models, mechanical assemblies, product enclosures, consumer products, electronic housings, wearable products, accessories, furniture concepts and custom components using professional CAD workflows. Created accurate STEP, STL, OBJ and native CAD files, while maintaining design intent, dimensional accuracy and manufacturability throughout the development process. Experienced in SolidWorks, Fusion 360, industrial product design, mechanical product design, enclosure design, prototype development, 3D printing, injection molding, CNC manufacturing, sheet metal design, design for manufacturing (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), technical drawings and engineering documentation. Worked closely with clients to refine concepts, identify mechanical constraints, improve functionality, select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes, and prepare designs for prototyping or mass production. Developed detailed 2D technical drawings, manufacturing drawings, exploded views, assembly documentation, dimensions, tolerances and product specifications required by manufacturers and engineering teams. Specialized in taking products from concept development through 3D modeling, CAD refinement, prototype preparation and manufacturing documentation, with strong attention to ergonomics, aesthetics, structural requirements, component integration and real-world production requirements.