I am an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with over 20 years in product design, structural analysis, and finite element analysis. I am seeking a full-time position in mechanical design or related engineering fields. I am proficient in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and CATIA for 3D modeling and drafting, with a strong background in structural design of steel structures, piping systems, and mechanical components. I excel at finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate performance and safety, and I create detailed drawings and specifications for manufacturing. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate design elements across structural, piping, and mechanical domains, and I also have the capability to develop apps for devices, including remote-control functionality.

John Ace Colani

I am an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with over 20 years in product design, structural analysis, and finite element analysis. I am seeking a full-time position in mechanical design or related engineering fields. I am proficient in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and CATIA for 3D modeling and drafting, with a strong background in structural design of steel structures, piping systems, and mechanical components. I excel at finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate performance and safety, and I create detailed drawings and specifications for manufacturing. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate design elements across structural, piping, and mechanical domains, and I also have the capability to develop apps for devices, including remote-control functionality.

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I am an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with over 20 years in product design, structural analysis, and finite element analysis. I am seeking a full-time position in mechanical design or related engineering fields.

I am proficient in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and CATIA for 3D modeling and drafting, with a strong background in structural design of steel structures, piping systems, and mechanical components. I excel at finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate performance and safety, and I create detailed drawings and specifications for manufacturing. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate design elements across structural, piping, and mechanical domains, and I also have the capability to develop apps for devices, including remote-control functionality.

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Expert
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Intermediate

Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Flutter Developer for Linux Desktop at Woven by Toyota
May 1, 2024 - September 12, 2025
Developed a Flutter UI for the Showcase Vehicle App, enhancing user experience and functionality; used ffigen to parse data from C++. Participated in Scrum processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives, Jira task creation, and managing pull requests.
Flutter Cross Platform App Developer at PHILLIPS.IND
November 1, 2023 - September 12, 2025
Designed and managed the Phillips Rear-VU app using Flutter for cross-platform compatibility. The app provides real-time streaming from the rear camera, communicating with the backup camera via WiFi. Implemented a native Swift and Kotlin plugin for exclusive functionality, ensuring native-like performance on iOS and Android.
Flutter Developer at COGNIZANT Technology
October 1, 2022 - September 12, 2025
Led Android projects with Kotlin initiatives, collaborated with clients to gather requirements, provided estimates, and established project timelines.
AutoCAD Designer at Absolute Stone Design
December 1, 2021 - September 12, 2025
3D modeling for CNC machines with AutoCAD; CNC drafting and supervision of CNC operations; produced and maintained drawings, archived CAD files, and prepared schematic drawings; drafted templates for clients and translated them to AutoCAD.
Cad Drafter/3D Modeler/Graphic Designer at Richmond Tooling
December 1, 2018 - September 12, 2025
Drafting for CNC machines and 3D modeling; designed plastics molding layouts for the website; prepared UI design elements; created drawings for documentation and maintained schematic and wiring drawings using AutoCAD.
Product Designer at E-Berk Tunnelling & Foundation Technology
January 1, 2017 - September 12, 2025
Reverse engineering and 3D modeling of TBM machinery for production lines using SolidWorks; produced up to 2000 sheet 3D objects with drawings; road map modeling for Ankara Subway using MicroStation.
Lecturer in Industrial Design / Senior Graphic Designer at TOBB University
January 1, 2015 - September 12, 2025
Lectured on 3D modeling, drawing, and AutoCAD; developed content for E-Berk pages; responsible for design and photography; advertising using modern graphic design for new machinery.
Head of Industrial Design Department at Iran Khodro Diesel Company
January 1, 2013 - September 12, 2025
Managed and designed projects; served as Commercial Vehicle Designer in the Product Design Engineering Department; revised wiring diagrams and dashboards; redesigned long-distance bus interior including dash, ductwork, overhead console, seating, and luggage compartments.
AutoCAD Designer at Kaveh Industrial Company
January 1, 2002 - September 12, 2025
Designed prototypes and product lines for public transit systems; developed water cooling and heating units and other transport refrigeration components; designed infant changing tables.
Flutter Developer (Linux Desktop) at Woven by Toyota
May 31, 2024 - September 12, 2025
Developed a Flutter UI for the Showcase Vehicle App, enhanced user experience, and used ffigen to parse data from C++. Participated in Scrum, planned sprints, created Jira tasks, and managed pull requests.
Flutter Cross Platform App Developer at PHILLIPS.IND
November 30, 2023 - September 12, 2025
Designed and managed the development of the Phillips Rear-VU app using Flutter for cross-platform compatibility. App is live on Google Play and the App Store, enabling real-time streaming from the rear camera and WiFi-based backup camera communication via a native Swift/Kotlin plugin.
Senior Associate (Flutter Developer) at COGNIZANT Technology
October 31, 2022 - September 12, 2025
Led Android projects with Kotlin initiatives, gathered requirements, provided estimates, and established project timelines in collaboration with clients.
AutoCAD Designer at Absolute Stone Design
December 31, 2021 - September 12, 2025
3D modeling for CNC, CAD drafting, and supervision of CNC machines. Produced and maintained drawings, organized CAD files, and prepared schematic drawings for clients.
Cad Drafter/3D Modeler / Graphic Designer at Richmond Tooling
December 31, 2018 - September 12, 2025
Drafting for CNC machines, 3D modeling, and initial UI design for website; prepared drawings and documentation.
Product Designer at E-Berk Tunnelling & Foundation Technology
December 31, 2017 - September 12, 2025
Reverse engineering and 3D modeling of TBM machinery for production using SolidWorks; road map modeling for Ankara Subway with MicroStation.
Lecturer in Industrial Design / Senior Graphic Designer at TOBB University
December 31, 2015 - September 12, 2025
Lectured on 3D modeling, drawing, and AutoCAD; developed pages for new machines on the E-Berk site; engaged in photography and modern graphic design for advertising.
Head of Industrial Design Department at Iran Khodro Diesel Company
December 31, 2013 - September 12, 2025
Managed and designed projects; prepared wiring deck drawings and schematic wiring diagrams; redesigned dashboards, interiors, and related components to meet safety standards; used AutoCAD and CATIA for modeling and data transfer to CNC.
AutoCAD Designer at Kaveh Industrial Company
December 31, 2002 - September 12, 2025
Designed prototypes and product lines for public transit systems, including water cooling/heating units for beverages, refrigeration units for fleets, and related fixtures such as an infant changing table.
Flutter Developer for Linux Desktop at Woven by Toyota
May 1, 2024 - September 12, 2025
Developed a Flutter UI for the ShowCase Vehicle App, enhancing user experience and functionality; utilized ffigen to parse data from C++. Participated in Scrum ceremonies, created Jira tasks, and managed pull requests.
Flutter Cross Platform App Developer at PHILLIPS.IND
November 1, 2023 - September 12, 2025
Designed and managed the Phillips Rear-VU app using Flutter for cross-platform compatibility; the app is available on Google Play and the App Store. Implemented real-time streaming from rear camera via WiFi and developed a native Swift/Kotlin plugin for exclusive integration.
Senior Associate, Flutter Developer at Cognizant Technology
October 1, 2022 - September 12, 2025
Led Android project with Kotlin initiatives; collaborated with clients to gather requirements, provide estimates, and establish timelines.
AutoCAD Designer at Absolute Stone Design
December 1, 2021 - September 12, 2025
3D modeling for CNC; CAD drafting and supervising CNC machines; produced and maintained drawings; schematic drawings; template creation for clients.
Cad Drafter/3D Modeler/Graphic Designer at Richmond Tooling
December 1, 2018 - September 12, 2025
Drafting for CNC machines and 3D modeling; designed for Plastic Molding; contributed UI design for website; produced drawings for documentation; created and maintained schematic and wiring drawings in AutoCAD.
Product Designer at E-Berk Tunnelling & Foundation Technology
January 1, 2017 - September 12, 2025
Reverse engineering and 3D modeling of TBM machine for production using SolidWorks; produced 2,000+ sheet 3D objects with drawings; modeled subway road map for Ankara with MicroStation.
Lecturer in Industrial Design Department / Senior Graphic Designer at TOBB University
January 1, 2015 - September 12, 2025
Lecturer in Industrial Design; developed pages for new machine on E-Berk site; responsible for design and photography; modern graphic design for new machine advertising.
Head of Industrial Design Department at Iran Khodro Diesel Company
January 1, 2013 - September 12, 2025
Managed and designed projects; prepared wiring diagrams and lighting drawings; redesigned interior for long-distance bus; improved dashboard and safety features; AutoCAD and CATIA used to transfer data to CNC.
AutoCAD Designer at Kaveh Industrial Company
January 1, 2002 - September 12, 2025
Designed prototype and product line for public transit cooling/heating systems; designed refrigeration unit for trucks and cars; prototyped infant changing table.

Education

M.A., Industrial Design at Tehran University
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996
B.A., Industrial Design at Tehran University
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025
M.A., Industrial Design at Tehran University
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1996
B.A., Industrial Design at Tehran University
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025
M.A. at Tehran University
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996
B.A. at Tehran University
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Transportation & Logistics