Evan Thomas
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About
Making things, is my thing.
I’m an independent industrial designer based in Auckland, working hands-on with startups and manufacturers to turn product ideas into manufacturable, market-ready outcomes. With over a decade of experience across CAD, prototyping, and production support, I help bridge the gap between early concepts and real-world execution.
I like to work closely with clients and keep them in the loop at every step. I’m based North of Auckland, however am able to work remotely if needed. -
Education
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Bachelor of Design (BDes) Industrial and Product DesignMassey University2009 - 2012First Class Honors
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Experience
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Freelance Industrial DesignerAuckland, New ZealandJul 2024 - Present (11 months)Making things, is my thing.
I’m an independent industrial designer based in Auckland, working hands-on with startups and manufacturers to turn product ideas into manufacturable, market-ready outcomes. With over a decade of experience across CAD, prototyping, and production support, I help bridge the gap between early concepts and real-world execution.
I like to work closely with clients and keep them in the loop at every step. I’m based North of Auckland, however am able to work remotely if needed. -
Senior Industrial DesignerAuckland, New ZealandMar 2022 - Jul 2024 (2 years 4 months)Senior industrial designer with a proven track record leading products from concept to market. Experienced in managing design teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and overseeing all phases of development. Skilled in SolidWorks, KeyShot, and DFM across complex assemblies in plastics, metals, and soft goods. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution to deliver innovative, user-focused solutions.
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Industrial DesignerAuckland, New ZealandJan 2016 - Mar 2022 (6 years 2 months)Industrial designer with hands-on experience taking products from concept to production. Skilled in SolidWorks, KeyShot, prototyping, and DFM across plastics, metals, and soft goods. Focused on user-led, functional design with a practical, build-ready approach.
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CollaboratorMade on JupiterFeb 2013 - Jun 2015 (2 years 4 months)Collaborating with Made on Jupiter to test and assist in development with their web-based parametric modeler, "MatterMachine".
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Industrial DesignerDesignBrandNov 2011 - Jun 2015 (3 years 7 months)Client based workflow ranging from early product concept generation through to local or off-shore manufacturing.
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Assistant TutorMassey UniversityMar 2013 - Jan 2014 (10 months)Assistant / Visiting tutor for first and second year tertiary students. Papers include packaging design ,workshop product modeling and several studio orientated papers based around developing critical design processes.
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Industrial DesignerWishbone design studioJul 2012 - Oct 2012 (3 months)Brought on to build upon an already successful kids bicycle range and develop a new prototype based around a core material and manufacturing technique.
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Awards
Konos Microphone - ENVI Engineering NZ Innovation Award 2023
Konos Microphone - Gold Pin Product - DINZ Best Awards 2023
Konos Microphone - Good Design Awards 2023
Wishbone Balance Bike - Good Design Awards 2020
Wishbone Balance Bike - European Product Design Award 2019
Wishbone Balance Bike - Gold Pin Product - DINZ Best Awards 2014
Wishbone Balance Bike - Gold Pin Sustainability - DINZ Best Awards 2014
Fastmount Stratlock Panel Mount System - Silver Pin Product - DINZ Best Awards 2020
Fastmount Stratlock Panel Mount System - Good Design Awards 2022
Sealegs E4 Amphibious Boat - Gold Pin Product - DINZ Best Awards 2020
Fastmount Heavy Duty Textile Clip - Bronze Pin Product - DINZ Best Awards 2020
Fabseat - Gold Pin Student- DINZ Best Awards 2013
Fabseat - Reddot Design Awards 2013 -
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