Purv Panchal
Preston,Lancashire
Summary
Motivated mechatronics engineering student with strong expertise in mechanical design and additive manufacturing. Skilled in CAD software including SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Fusion 360, and AutoCAD 2D, with hands-on experience in designing and prototyping functional components. Experienced in transforming conceptual ideas into manufacturable designs and supporting product development processes. Proactive and goal-oriented, with the ability to leverage modern engineering tools and technologies to deliver efficient, high-quality results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Freelance CAD Designer
Remote
Preston, United Kingdom
10.2025 - Current
- Converted hand-drawn sketches into precise 2D technical drawings using AutoCAD, including dimensions and tolerances
- Developed accurate 3D models from 2D drawings using SolidWorks, ensuring design intent and functionality
- Produced detailed engineering drawings with multiple views, dimensions, and tolerances for manufacturing purposes
- Delivered production-ready CAD solutions for multiple independent client projects
- Managed projects independently, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality output
Product design & development engineer
GP Square Designing Communications
Ahmedabad, Gujarat , India
02.2022 - 08.2025
- Developed accurate 3D models in SolidWorks from concept sketches, ensuring functional and manufacturable designs
- Transformed client requirements into production-ready products for healthcare marketing applications
- Designed a range of customised products including medical promotional kits, pen holders, display models, and branded tabletop items
- Reverse engineered components by measuring physical products and recreating precise CAD models
- Produced prototypes using 3D printing to validate design and functionality
- Managed and operated multiple 3D printers, ensuring consistent quality, troubleshooting issues, and minimising downtime
- Supported production processes by preparing designs for moulding and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outputs
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including technicians and manufacturing engineers, to integrate mechanical designs into final products
Education
BEng (Top-Up) - Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines
University of Central Lancashire
Preston 09.2025 -
Diploma of Higher Education - Mechatronics
Ganpat University - B S Patel Polytechnic
Mehsana, India 06.2022 - 07.2025
Skills
CAD & Design Software
- SolidWorks (Part Modelling, Assemblies, Sheet Metal)
- Autodesk Inventor
- Fusion 360
- AutoCAD 2D
Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
- FDM 3D printers (Creality, Anycubic, Sovol)
- Slicing software: Ultimaker Cura, Orca Slicer, Anycubic Slicer
- Printer setup, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance
Engineering & Technical Skills
- Mechanical design and prototyping
- Reverse engineering
- Basic Arduino programming
- Basic PLC knowledge
IT & Technical Support
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- PC/laptop troubleshooting and Windows installation
Certification
- 3D Printing Training
- SolidWorks Training
- AutoCAD 2D Training
Timeline
Freelance CAD Designer
Remote
10.2025 - Current
BEng (Top-Up) - Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines
University of Central Lancashire
09.2025 -
Diploma of Higher Education - Mechatronics
Ganpat University - B S Patel Polytechnic
06.2022 - 07.2025
Product design & development engineer
GP Square Designing Communications
02.2022 - 08.2025