Hi, I'm Michał Ostka, a Senior Design Engineer and Prototyper based in Kraków with a hands-on background bridging mechanical design, digital fabrication, and electronics. I enjoy turning ideas into tangible, reliable prototypes and I'm open to relocation to London, UK. With 5+ years of experience in rapid prototyping, I work across CAD, 3D printing (FDM/SLA), CNC machining, PCB repair, and automation (PLC/HMI). I thrive in cross-functional teams and love creating production-ready designs that balance functionality, manufacturability, and cost.…

Michał Ostka

Hi, I'm Michał Ostka, a Senior Design Engineer and Prototyper based in Kraków with a hands-on background bridging mechanical design, digital fabrication, and electronics. I enjoy turning ideas into tangible, reliable prototypes and I'm open to relocation to London, UK. With 5+ years of experience in rapid prototyping, I work across CAD, 3D printing (FDM/SLA), CNC machining, PCB repair, and automation (PLC/HMI). I thrive in cross-functional teams and love creating production-ready designs that balance functionality, manufacturability, and cost.…

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Hi, I’m Michał Ostka, a Senior Design Engineer and Prototyper based in Kraków with a hands-on background bridging mechanical design, digital fabrication, and electronics. I enjoy turning ideas into tangible, reliable prototypes and I’m open to relocation to London, UK.

With 5+ years of experience in rapid prototyping, I work across CAD, 3D printing (FDM/SLA), CNC machining, PCB repair, and automation (PLC/HMI). I thrive in cross-functional teams and love creating production-ready designs that balance functionality, manufacturability, and cost.

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Language

Polish
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Design Engineer & Prototyper at TM Technology, Morawica
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Led end-to-end development of modular mechatronic systems, from CAD concept development to prototype manufacturing. Built and iterated functional prototypes using FDM/SLA 3D printing and CNC machining (laser cutting, milling). Designed components in AutoCAD, Rhino and SolidWorks; optimized molding processes for composite materials and implemented design standards to reduce production costs. Collaborated with manufacturing to validate assemblies; integrated PCB diagnostics and PLC/HMI automation for control systems; prepared technical documentation and validation reports. Managed the Design & Build process, tracked timelines, and provided technical support to production teams. Advocated a safety-first culture in the workshop and translated concepts into production-ready prototypes.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) at University of Agriculture in Kraków
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2026

Qualifications

Master of Science (M.Sc.)
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Computers & Electronics, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment