Mechanical engineering capabilities

Mechanical engineering from architecture to release.

I connect product architecture, detailed design, analysis, and manufacturing. The assignment may be a complete mechanical system or a specific reliability problem; each decision is checked against the product’s requirements and interfaces.

  1. Define
  2. Architect
  3. Design
  4. Prototype
  5. Validate
  6. Release
  7. Improve

Technical scope

Four areas of hands-on engineering.

Product architecture

ProblemThe product needs clear requirements, a feasible architecture, and defined interfaces before detailed design begins.

WorkI turn operating, manufacturing, and service constraints into measurable requirements. I compare concepts, check first-order feasibility, identify critical characteristics, and plan the prototypes or tests needed to resolve the largest uncertainties.

Typical deliverables
  • Requirements and interface definitions
  • Concept alternatives and trade studies
  • System architecture and risk register
  • Prototype and validation roadmap
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Mechanical integration

ProblemMotion, structure, electronics, thermal paths, and industrial design must fit together and remain practical to assemble and service.

WorkI develop mechanisms, structures, enclosures, and their interfaces. I trace load paths, resolve alignment and clearance, and work through fastening, sealing, access, and assembly order. Changes are checked against the surrounding system.

Typical deliverables
  • Integrated mechanical assemblies
  • Mechanism and load-path definition
  • Interface, tolerance, fastening, and sealing strategy
  • Assembly and service sequence
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CAD, analysis + prototypes

ProblemThe next decision depends on editable geometry, a credible model, or a prototype that tests a specific assumption.

WorkI build editable SOLIDWORKS parts, complex surfaces, assemblies, and manufacturing definition, including reconstruction from imperfect geometry. I use hand calculations, tolerance analysis, FEA, CFD, and focused prototypes to answer specific design questions. Each analysis records its loads, constraints, material assumptions, sensitivity, and verification needs.

Typical deliverables
  • Native SOLIDWORKS definition and advanced surfaces
  • Calculation, assumption, and analysis record
  • Prototype, test, and corrective-action plan
  • Drawings and neutral manufacturing data
Matte SolidWorks render of a curved Porsche HVAC duct with compound surfaces and circular end interfaces.
Porsche HVAC duct geometry developed in SolidWorks to resolve constrained packaging, section transitions, and manufacturable form.
SolidWorks render of a custom carbon-fiber Toyota Supra hood with broad compound curvature and a raised surface feature.
Custom Toyota Supra hood surface developed in SolidWorks; the carbon-fiber appearance is a finish visualization, not a fabrication claim.
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Manufacturing, release + improvement

ProblemThe design needs a complete, consistent definition that suppliers can build and quality teams can inspect.

WorkI connect process selection, drawings, GD&T, BOMs, purchased components, supplier RFQs, and inspection requirements. I support first articles and manufacturing handoff, then turn production and field feedback into controlled design changes.

Typical deliverables
  • DFM/DFA and process review
  • Drawings, GD&T, BOM, and purchased-component definition
  • RFQ, CTQ, first-article, and inspection inputs
  • Manufacturing handoff and improvement record
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Working together

A focused problem or a complete mechanical system.

I can lead mechanical development, join an established engineering team, or resolve a specific design, analysis, or manufacturing problem.

I start with the current design, the available evidence, and the decision that needs to be made. I define the scope and interfaces, plan the necessary analysis or hardware work, and leave a clear record of the result and any remaining risks.

A useful starting brief

  • The product and its current development stage
  • Requirements, interfaces, and constraints
  • Available CAD, calculations, hardware, and test results
  • The team and the responsibilities you need covered
  • Timing and the decision you need to make

Direct conversation

Let’s work through the next design decision.

Send a short, non-confidential note about the product, the problem, and the timing. I will respond directly.

Contact Jared