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.

Xabier Mendizabal

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.

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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.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Basque
Fluent

Work Experience

Designer & assembler of mechanical parts for first ATEX crane (Spain) at GH Cranes & Components
September 1, 2018 - March 1, 2022
Designed and assembled the crane's mechanical parts; contributed to visual concepts for the marketing department; developed several automatic calculus programs to support mechanical design and manufacturing processes.
Development of technical drawings for wiring connections of equipment for Timing & Scoring solutions in sports events at GH Cranes & Components
September 1, 2018 - March 1, 2022
Coordinated between several departments to produce wiring diagrams; supported cross-functional teams in R&D and marketing.
Solo Game Developer at Mend Games
January 1, 2025 - Present
Solo developer of 'Pink Box Escapes The Room' – a simple puzzle game accessible to anyone.
Solo Game Developer at Mend Games
January 1, 2025 - Present
Arcade game development for 'Flappy Box' inspired by 'Flappy Bird'.

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree at Mondragon University
September 1, 2017 - July 1, 2021
CS50's Introduction to Computer Science at Mondragon University
September 1, 2016 - July 1, 2017
CS50's Introduction to Computer Science (Online) at Harvard University
September 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022

Qualifications

CS50's Introduction to Computer Science
September 1, 2016 - July 1, 2017
CS50's Introduction to Computer Science (Online)
September 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet