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Hi, I’m John A. Colani, a Senior Product Designer and product builder with 10+ years of experience shaping data-dense enterprise platforms across automotive, IoT, industrial, and SaaS. I specialize in end-to-end product development, systems thinking, and AI-enabled experiences, building scalable design systems with reusable components, design tokens, and documentation that help cross-platform teams collaborate effectively.
I combine product strategy, UX research, and hands-on engineering knowledge to simplify complex workflows and deliver high-impact, user-centered solutions in safety-critical environments. I enjoy leading cross-functional teams and translating business goals into scalable product experiences that improve safety, efficiency, and adoption.
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Work Experience
Mechanical & 3D Design Engineer at Absolute Stone Design
January 1, 2024 - October 28, 2025Lead designer for precision stone fabrication systems using SolidWorks and AutoCAD. Developed detailed 3D assemblies and technical drawings for CNC-based production. Implemented digital layout optimization workflows for efficient nesting and material use. Collaborated with cross-disciplinary teams to maintain dimensional and visual accuracy.
Industrial Designer at PHILLIPS Industries
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Designed rugged rear-view camera housing for trucks—from sketches to 3D modeling and prototype fabrication. Created high-fidelity renderings and 3D-printed functional prototypes for testing and evaluation. Applied DFMA principles to ensure waterproof and vibration-resistant design.
Product Designer at E-Berk Tunneling & Foundation Technology
December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017Led 3D modeling and redesign of a Tunnel Boring Machine (2,500+ components) using SolidWorks. Conducted FEA simulations on structural components under load. Delivered detailed exploded views and assembly documentation for manufacturing.
Head of Industrial Design Dept. at Khodro Diesel Co.
December 31, 2013 - December 31, 2013Directed 3D design of commercial vehicles and interior systems using CATIA. Managed prototype production, mold supervision, and visual validation. Oversaw the industrial design team and coordinated with engineering/manufacturing departments.
Lecturer – Industrial Design at TOBB University of Economics and Technology
December 31, 2015 - December 31, 2015Taught 3D modeling, visualization, and design theory. Guided students through project development from sketch to prototype.
Senior Product Designer at Absolute Stone Design
January 1, 2024 - PresentLed end-to-end design for a multi-role enterprise platform across mobile and web. Built a full design system (tokens, components, patterns) to improve consistency and developer efficiency. Created IA, flows, wireframes, and prototypes to simplify complex workflows. Partnered with research for iterative improvements and ensured WCAG 2.2 compliance. Redesigned scheduling, quoting, and navigation, and shipped 'Amy,' an AI-powered assistant with admin oversight tools and knowledge governance. Also developed admin tools: Ask-Amy panel, client chat oversight, Q&A; training system, and analytics dashboards.
Product Designer, Connected Systems at Woven by Toyota
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Designed real-time connected car interfaces with safety and clarity at the core. Contributed cross-platform components to internal design systems. Improved multi-step flows and hierarchical structures to enhance usability. Partnered with engineers to validate interactions, constraints, and system logic.
Product Designer, IoT Systems at Phillips Industries
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Designed telematics dashboards, configurations, and sensor-based workflows. Improved data-heavy interfaces through better IA and scannability. Built prototypes reflecting real interaction states and system logic. Influenced component patterns and design documentation for engineering teams.
Product Designer at Cognizant
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022Delivered UX for enterprise-scale applications including IA, flows, prototypes, and UI patterns. Created reusable design components to support multiple teams and products. Collaborated with PMs, engineers, and researchers in agile environments. Conducted usability testing and integrated insights into iterative improvements.
Freelance Product Designer at Global
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021Designed responsive websites, SaaS dashboards, CMS-driven platforms, and mobile apps. Built design systems supporting scalable content and engineering implementation. Delivered full UX cycles: research, IA, flows, prototypes, and visual design. Improved accessibility and usability across multiple sectors.
Interface & Product Designer at E-BERK Tunneling
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017Designed interfaces for industrial systems and operator workstations. Conducted research to optimize layout and workflow clarity in high-risk environments. Defined UI logic and interaction patterns for safety-critical tasks.
Product Designer, IoT & Telematics at Phillips Industries
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Designed data-heavy consumer and enterprise dashboards for telematics, maintenance, and sensor-driven workflows. Improved scannability and comprehension of complex datasets through refined IA and interaction patterns. Delivered high-fidelity prototypes reflecting real system states and behavioral logic. Influenced shared UI patterns and documentation used across product and engineering teams.
Product Designer (Enterprise & Consumer Platforms) at Cognizant
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022Delivered end-to-end UX for large-scale applications, from discovery and flows to UI and developer handoff. Created reusable components and patterns adopted across multiple teams. Collaborated with PMs, engineers, and researchers in fast-paced agile environments. Integrated usability testing insights into iterative design improvements.
Freelance Product Designer at Global Clients
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021Designed consumer websites, mobile apps, SaaS dashboards, and CMS-driven platforms. Led full design cycles including research, concepting, flows, prototyping, and visual design. Built scalable design systems and improved accessibility across industries. Worked directly with founders and stakeholders, acting as both designer and design consultant.
Industrial / Interface Designer at E-BERK Tunneling
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2017Designed physical products, industrial interfaces, and operator workstations for safety-critical environments. Conducted field research to optimize ergonomics, layout, and workflow clarity. Defined interaction logic and system behavior for real-world, high-risk use cases. Built a strong foundation in human factors, systems thinking, and form-driven problem solving—later applied to digital product design.
Product Designer (Freelance) at Freelance Product Designer
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021Designed SaaS dashboards, CMS-driven platforms, and mobile applications. Delivered full UX lifecycle including research, flows, prototyping, and UI design. Improved usability and accessibility across multiple projects.
Product Designer at Freelance Product Designer
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021Designed SaaS dashboards, CMS-driven platforms, and mobile applications; led full UX lifecycle including research, flows, prototyping, and UI design; improved usability and accessibility across projects.
Education
M.A. – Product Design at University of Tehran
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026B.A. – Industrial Design at University of Tehran
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026M.A. — Product Design at University of Tehran
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026B.A. — Industrial Design at University of Tehran
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026Master of Arts in Product Design at University of Tehran
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design at University of Tehran
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026Master of Arts in Product Design at University of Tehran
January 11, 2030 - April 29, 2026Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design at University of Tehran
January 11, 2030 - April 29, 2026Qualifications
Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics, Education, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment
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