Xabier Mendizabal

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I'm Xabier Mendizabal, a mechanical engineer who pivoted into video game development and interactive media.

About

I’m Xabier Mendizabal, a mechanical engineer who pivoted into video game development and interactive media. I designed and assembled the mechanical parts of the first ATEX crane manufactured in Spain and have contributed to marketing visuals and cross-functional development.

I love music and learning new skills, and I enjoy applying creative design to engineering and gameplay, with a focus on delivering practical, innovative solutions in team settings.

  • 5 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Industry experience

  • Gaming
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Software & Internet

Work experience· 4 roles

Solo Game Developer · Mend GamesJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Arcade game development for 'Flappy Box' inspired by 'Flappy Bird'.

Solo Game Developer · Mend GamesJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Solo developer of 'Pink Box Escapes The Room' – a simple puzzle game accessible to anyone.

Development of technical drawings for wiring connections of equipment for Timing & Scoring solutions in sports events · GH Cranes & ComponentsSep 2018 – Mar 2022 · 3 yrs 7 mos

Coordinated between several departments to produce wiring diagrams; supported cross-functional teams in R&D and marketing.

Designer & assembler of mechanical parts for first ATEX crane (Spain) · GH Cranes & ComponentsSep 2018 – Mar 2022 · 3 yrs 7 mos

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree · Mondragon University2017 – 2021
CS50's Introduction to Computer Science · Mondragon University2016 – 2017
CS50's Introduction to Computer Science (Online) · Harvard University2022

Certifications and awards

CS50's Introduction to Computer Science2016 – 2017
CS50's Introduction to Computer Science (Online)2022

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