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I am Merlijn Huizinga, a MSc candidate in Product Design with hands-on experience in automotive service, R&D, and hardware prototyping. I combine creative problem solving with strong mechanical intuition, and I frequently use Siemens NX and 3D-CAD to bring concepts to tangible prototypes. I bring an elite-athlete mindset—disciplined, goal-oriented, and adaptable—driving me to contribute to high-performance, sustainable products. I am seeking a role in product realization where I can apply my design sense, testing mindset, and hands-on engineering skills to deliver robust solutions.…I am Merlijn Huizinga, a MSc candidate in Product Design with hands-on experience in automotive service, R&D, and hardware prototyping. I combine creative problem solving with strong mechanical intuition, and I frequently use Siemens NX and 3D-CAD to bring concepts to tangible prototypes. I bring an elite-athlete mindset—disciplined, goal-oriented, and adaptable—driving me to contribute to high-performance, sustainable products. I am seeking a role in product realization where I can apply my design sense, testing mindset, and hands-on engineering skills to deliver robust solutions.

Merlijn Huizinga

Product Designer, Designer, 3D Designer, +2

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I am Merlijn Huizinga, a MSc candidate in Product Design with hands-on experience in automotive service, R&D, and hardware prototyping. I combine creative problem solving with strong mechanical intuition, and I frequently use Siemens NX and 3D-CAD to bring concepts to tangible prototypes. I bring an elite-athlete mindset—disciplined, goal-oriented, and adaptable—driving me to contribute to high-performance, sustainable products. I am seeking a role in product realization where I can apply my design sense, testing mindset, and hands-on engineering skills to deliver robust solutions.…I am Merlijn Huizinga, a MSc candidate in Product Design with hands-on experience in automotive service, R&D, and hardware prototyping. I combine creative problem solving with strong mechanical intuition, and I frequently use Siemens NX and 3D-CAD to bring concepts to tangible prototypes. I bring an elite-athlete mindset—disciplined, goal-oriented, and adaptable—driving me to contribute to high-performance, sustainable products. I am seeking a role in product realization where I can apply my design sense, testing mindset, and hands-on engineering skills to deliver robust solutions.

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I am Merlijn Huizinga, a MSc candidate in Product Design with hands-on experience in automotive service, R&D, and hardware prototyping. I combine creative problem solving with strong mechanical intuition, and I frequently use Siemens NX and 3D-CAD to bring concepts to tangible prototypes.

I bring an elite-athlete mindset—disciplined, goal-oriented, and adaptable—driving me to contribute to high-performance, sustainable products. I am seeking a role in product realization where I can apply my design sense, testing mindset, and hands-on engineering skills to deliver robust solutions.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

Dutch

Fluent

English

Fluent

French

Beginner

Work Experience

Product Design Intern (Graduation Internship) at BBB Cycling

January 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023

Designed and engineered a universal mounting mechanism for heavy (e-)bikes to improve maintenance ergonomics. Developed a working prototype validated through load testing and user feedback.

R&D Intern at North Actionsports Group (Mystic)

September 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022

Designed the new inflatable roof racks for Mystic, translating concepts into functional prototypes. Handled daily design tasks within the R&D department, focusing on technical hardware and accessories. Collaborated with the team to improve product durability for saltwater environments.

Car Mechanic at JBR Autoservice

May 1, 2017 - June 1, 2019

Performed maintenance and repairs, gaining strong hands-on understanding of mechanical assemblies and tools.