Industrial Designer specialising in product development and design for manufacture.

Michael Taylor

Industrial Designer specialising in product development and design for manufacture.

Available to hire

Industrial Designer specialising in product development and design for manufacture.

Work Experience

Industrial Designer at Design Edge
March 1, 2021 - July 1, 2024
Produced detailed CAD models and production documentation for products using injection moulding, sheet metal, and mixed fabrication processes. Developed and tested functional prototypes using 3D printing, foam, and workshop tools to validate and refine concepts. Applied design for manufacture principles to resolve technical challenges from concept through to production. Worked directly with local and international suppliers to resolve manufacturing issues and ensure efficient, manufacturable outcomes. Managed day-to-day project coordination, including timelines, workflows, and client communication across multiple concurrent briefs.
Product Development + Design Coordinator at Design By Them
July 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
Supported end-to-end product development through design coordination, documentation, R&D support, quoting, and liaison with local and international manufacturers. Improved the accuracy of product documentation, reducing supplier queries and rework. Helped identify and resolve production issues early through systematic product updates and testing. Coordinated with managers across functions, including design, sales and operations. Produced 3D CAD, assembly drawings, technical drawings and renderings; prepared assets for marketing and product communication.

Education

Diploma of Design and Architecture at UTS Insearch
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Design in Product Design at UTS
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other
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