Hi, I'm Ingrid Lorena Sarmiento, an Industrial Designer with over six years of freelance experience delivering innovative and functional design projects. I specialize in turning concepts into tangible products, with a focus on user-centered design, sustainability, and continuous innovation. I excel at operations management and process optimization, and I'm highly proficient in 3D modeling, CAD design, prototyping, and design for manufacturing. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional and international teams to deliver solutions that meet business goals and customer needs.

Ingrid Lorena Sarmiento

Hi, I'm Ingrid Lorena Sarmiento, an Industrial Designer with over six years of freelance experience delivering innovative and functional design projects. I specialize in turning concepts into tangible products, with a focus on user-centered design, sustainability, and continuous innovation. I excel at operations management and process optimization, and I'm highly proficient in 3D modeling, CAD design, prototyping, and design for manufacturing. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional and international teams to deliver solutions that meet business goals and customer needs.

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Hi, I’m Ingrid Lorena Sarmiento, an Industrial Designer with over six years of freelance experience delivering innovative and functional design projects. I specialize in turning concepts into tangible products, with a focus on user-centered design, sustainability, and continuous innovation.

I excel at operations management and process optimization, and I’m highly proficient in 3D modeling, CAD design, prototyping, and design for manufacturing. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional and international teams to deliver solutions that meet business goals and customer needs.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer at Autonomous
January 1, 2019 - Present
Delivered creative and functional design projects, including product concepts, packaging, and interiors; created sketches, CAD models, renderings, and visual presentations using SolidWorks, Rhino, SketchUp, and Adobe Suite; managed projects end-to-end: budgeting, client communication, prototyping, and progress monitoring; applied Design Thinking and innovation methodologies to generate sustainable and user-centered solutions.
Fleet Maintenance Director at SERVITAC SAS / ZAVITOURS SAS
July 1, 2024 - September 9, 2025
Implemented and supervised preventive and corrective maintenance plans for the vehicle fleet; managed technical teams, suppliers, and insurance providers to ensure vehicle operability; analyzed fleet performance indicators (KPIs) and proposed improvement plans; oversaw technical inspections, regulatory compliance, and operational cost control.
Interior Design and Sales Consultant at GRUPO FERRARA
January 31, 2022 - September 9, 2025
Designed tailored interior spaces and furniture solutions for corporate and residential clients, integrating aesthetics, functionality, and ergonomics; developed 3D models, technical drawings, and spatial layouts to support design proposals and client presentations; created innovative design alternatives aligned with market trends and customer needs; achieved record sales during my tenure and managed projects end-to-end from concept to installation.
Quality Coordinator at SARMICARNES
December 31, 2020 - September 9, 2025
Implemented and monitored quality standards in production processes; controlled efficiency indicators, regulatory compliance, and internal audits; prepared reports and corrective action plans based on performance results; supported budget management with collections and payments from suppliers and clients; overseen VAT refunds for Unconditional Cash Transfers to mitigate sales tax impact.

Education

Industrial Design at University Jorge Tadeo Lozano
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Diploma in Digital Marketing at Universidad de los Andes Online
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020
Industrial Design at Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano
January 1, 2019 - September 9, 2025
Diploma in Digital Marketing at Universidad de los Andes Online
January 1, 2020 - September 9, 2025
International Design Thinking Workshop “Impact Week Bogotá” at Impact Week Bogotá (Industrial Design/SAP from Germani, Lufthansa, Help Allians and Design at Business)
January 1, 2018 - September 9, 2025

Qualifications

Diploma in 3D modeling and product rendering
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
International Design Thinking Workshop “Impact Week Bogotá”
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
International Design Thinking Workshop
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Diploma in 3D Modeling and Product Rendering
January 1, 2019 - September 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Professional Services, Education, Retail, Transportation & Logistics, Media & Entertainment