Jonathan Meyer
Detroit,MI
Summary
Dynamic industrial design professional dedicated to delivering innovative, impactful solutions that prioritize user experience and sustainability. Proven expertise in creating functional and visually appealing products, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and adaptability to evolving project requirements. Proficient in CAD software, rapid prototyping, and material selection, consistently driving team success while maintaining a results-oriented approach. Recognized for a commitment to excellence in user-centered design, ensuring every project meets and exceeds expectations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Industrial Designer/Sr. Physical Product Designer/ Project Management
Umlaut/Accenture
03.2020 - Current
- Designed and prototyped a range of innovative products in SolidWorks, Fusion 360 and Catia.
- Interpreted consumer insights to align product designs with client specifications and market needs.
- Developed DFM products for diverse sectors, including automotive, smart connected, and industrial applications.
- Created prototypes suitable for both short runs and full-scale production, enhancing client offerings.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility and adherence to industry standards.
- Conducted design reviews to optimize product functionality and aesthetic appeal throughout development.
- Implemented feedback from stakeholders to refine product designs and improve user experience.
Fabricator/Welder
MRA Mobile Exhibits
12.2018 - 03.2020
- Executed ground-up builds for custom mobile exhibits, enhancing creative client presentations.
- Welded various metals using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Fabricated sheet metal and machined parts, ensuring precision and adherence to design specifications.
- Completed intricate finish carpentry, contributing to the overall aesthetic and functionality of exhibits.
- Developed hydraulic systems for trailer expansion, improving operational efficiency and user experience.
- Collaborated with design teams to translate conceptual drawings into functional displays and structures.
Fabricator, operations
The Chicago Marathon/Chicago event management
05.2005 - 10.2019
- Ordering of product materials and tool supplies.
- Creating jigs for production welding.
- Production welding of aluminum and steel structures for various applications.
Prototype Technician/ Metal Model Maker
Prestige Advanced/ Engineering
12.2016 - 12.2018
- Development of vehicle components/modules and full scale, functioning vehicles for press releases, shows and wind tunnel testing.
Welder/Fabricator/Sculptor
The Parade Company
06.2004 - 12.2016
- Welding chassis and sculptural structures for parade floats and event props.
- Designing and fabricating mechanisms for various animated parts to the floats.
- Sculpting foam props for various floats and events.
- Rough carpentry
Lead Carpenter/Supervisor
Building Hugger
09.2015 - 04.2016
- Historical architectural repair with a focus in wood window and door restoration.
- Leaded and stained glass repair.
Production and Shop Manager
Architectural Salvage Warehouse of Detroit
05.2014 - 10.2015
- Processing reclaimed materials from deconstructed buildings to design and build furniture and other custom items.
- Maintaining and repairing tools and machinery.
- Managing staff, order timelines and quality control.
Conservation Worker
Fagan Arms
11.2008 - 05.2010
- 13th-17th century arms and armor restoration and conservation.
- Repairing and restoring objects of any material including metal, wood, ceramic, bone, ivory and textile.
Metal/Wood shop Technician
College for Creative Studies
09.2002 - 05.2008
- Servicing and maintaining equipment.
- Overseeing shop use and the safe handling of materials.
- Assisting students and faculty in completion of projects.
Mount Maker/Conservation
The Detroit Institute of Arts
08.2006 - 03.2008
- Creating supports for various forms of artwork using wood, ferrous/non-ferrous metals and acrylic.
- Creating display mounts for artwork according to case layout and historical use.
- Creating hands-on exhibits for art in the collection.
Education
Furniture Design (BFA) -
College For Creative Studies
Detroit, MI12-2007
Bachelor's degree -
Skills
- Rendering
- 3D printing
- Aerospace & Defense
- Woodworking expertise
- Innovative problem-solving
- Restoration Industry Experience
- Project coordination
- Production oversight
- Mechanical design
- Safety program oversight
- Team leadership
- New product development
- Technical and Conceptual sketching
- CNC operation
- Ability to build from print
- Mill, lathe and brake press operations
- Mold and jig making
- Sculpting in foam, steel, oil and water based clays
Timeline
Sr. Industrial Designer/Sr. Physical Product Designer/ Project Management
Umlaut/Accenture
03.2020 - Current
Fabricator/Welder
MRA Mobile Exhibits
12.2018 - 03.2020
Prototype Technician/ Metal Model Maker
Prestige Advanced/ Engineering
12.2016 - 12.2018
Lead Carpenter/Supervisor
Building Hugger
09.2015 - 04.2016
Production and Shop Manager
Architectural Salvage Warehouse of Detroit
05.2014 - 10.2015
Conservation Worker
Fagan Arms
11.2008 - 05.2010
Mount Maker/Conservation
The Detroit Institute of Arts
08.2006 - 03.2008
Fabricator, operations
The Chicago Marathon/Chicago event management
05.2005 - 10.2019
Welder/Fabricator/Sculptor
The Parade Company
06.2004 - 12.2016
Metal/Wood shop Technician
College for Creative Studies
09.2002 - 05.2008
Furniture Design (BFA) -
College For Creative Studies