Yulin Li is a Seattle-based industrial designer with a background in both physical craft and digital systems. She combines an appreciation for aesthetics with technical practicality to build products that address real-world needs. ​ With a BFA in Product Design from Parsons and an MS in Technology Innovation from the University of Washington (2025), Yulin’s approach is shaped by a dual focus on design and engineering. She works across the full product lifecycle—from initial concept to implementation—aiming to create solutions that are both accessible and enduring.

Yulin Li

Yulin Li is a Seattle-based industrial designer with a background in both physical craft and digital systems. She combines an appreciation for aesthetics with technical practicality to build products that address real-world needs. ​ With a BFA in Product Design from Parsons and an MS in Technology Innovation from the University of Washington (2025), Yulin’s approach is shaped by a dual focus on design and engineering. She works across the full product lifecycle—from initial concept to implementation—aiming to create solutions that are both accessible and enduring.

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Yulin Li is a Seattle-based industrial designer with a background in both physical craft and digital systems. She combines an appreciation for aesthetics with technical practicality to build products that address real-world needs.

With a BFA in Product Design from Parsons and an MS in Technology Innovation from the University of Washington (2025), Yulin’s approach is shaped by a dual focus on design and engineering. She works across the full product lifecycle—from initial concept to implementation—aiming to create solutions that are both accessible and enduring.

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Language

Chinese
Advanced

Work Experience

Industrial Designer at La PEARL Luggage and Leather Goods Co., Ltd.
April 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Led end-to-end design and development of FRONTERA, a front-access suitcase concept; coordinated engineering, prototyping, and iterations; patent application for the front-opening mechanism; FRONTERA showcased at Canton Fair attracting international interest and sample orders.
Product Designer at Aigen
September 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Led user research through stakeholder interviews and field visits; defined dashboard requirements for IntelliField; conducted usability testing with 10+ target users; created 7+ interactive prototypes in Figma to improve data visualization and readability.
Industrial Design Intern at VIVO
June 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Participated in the industrial design of the X300 flagship smartphone; conducted design research, concept iterations, and CMF refinement; produced 1:1 physical models; ensured manufacturability and aesthetics.
Product Designer at JM ICY COFFEE
July 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023
Led a comprehensive rebranding across packaging, web, and logos; improved online sales and brand consistency; increased website traffic and repeat purchases.
Industrial Design Intern at Eastreme
June 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Spearheaded ideation for educational development toys; drafted product requirements focusing on safety and engagement; conducted market research to improve product line competitiveness.
Product Designer at La PEARL Luggage and Leather Goods Co., Ltd.
March 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Led the creation and development of the 'YNOT' brand through trend analysis and market research; produced viral TikTok content; launched first collection with successful online listings and sales.

Education

Master's at University of Washington
September 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025
Bachelor's at Parsons School of Design
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet