Colin Gentle

A proven expert product designer and manager with creative skills, exceptional attention to detail, and strong ability to collaborate with and influence product management, marketing, and executive teams. Over 20 years of industry experience, within product development and engineering, as well as within the 3D CAD/CAE technology space. Seeks to provide effective technical expertise to promote the company’s product values and brand attributes. This role will be honored as a privilege - to be acted upon interactively, responsibly and sustainably.

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

Focused on developing brand-driven product concepts, based on collaborative input. Proven ability to design and engineer quality products, and get them to market expeditiously. Expertise in architectural hardware and fixtures, lighting, injection molded part design, and fitment considerations.

DESIGN MANAGEMENT

Team manager focused on fostering collaborative, task-based initiatives. A firm believer of technology-driven teams, and associated training to derive maximum value. Adept at determining client requirements, project scheduling, as well as manufacturing processes and planning. Outstanding presentation and communication skills.

3D DIGITAL PRODUCT VISUALIZATION

Exceptional 3D solid and surface modeling skills, utilizing SolidWorks software – a Certified SolidWorks Professional. A tremendous appetite for photo-realistic rendering technologies and a thorough knowledge of rapid prototyping techniques. DESIGN DESIGN

DESIGN EDUCATION

Experienced technical CAD/CAE software instruction in both academic and corporate capacities.

Applications: SolidWorks Office Professional, Photoview 360, Bunkspeed Shot, PDMWorks/SolidWorks Workgroup PDM, Adobe Creative Suite - specializing in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Indesign, Microsoft Office/Office 365.

3D Printing: Objet Eden 360, Object Connex 500 Multi-Material, Stratasys FDM, Familiarity with 3D Systems Projet 2500W Wax 3D printer for investment casting applications