Melle Grössl
Lead Product Design Engineer | Additive Manufacturing Specialist
Paris, FR.About
Highly accomplished Lead Product Design Engineer with 6+ years of experience transforming innovative concepts into manufacturable designs, specializing in 3D printing and advanced materials. Proven ability to drive strategic initiatives, expand business units, and deliver distinctive products for diverse markets, leveraging a strong foundation in industrial design and engineering.
Work
Signify - Philips MyCreation
|Lead Design Engineer
Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands
→
Summary
Led the strategic expansion of Signify's 3D printing initiative into a successful brand and business unit, MyCreation, developing distinctive luminaires for diverse market sectors.
Highlights
Spearheaded the establishment and growth of MyCreation, transforming Signify's 3D printing initiative into a distinct brand and business unit within the global R&D team.
Designed and engineered a comprehensive portfolio of distinctive 3D-printed luminaires, successfully targeting residential, retail, hospitality, and office markets.
Optimized product development workflows, translating complex product ideas into manufacturable designs while ensuring high-quality production and market readiness.
Collaborated cross-functionally to integrate advanced additive manufacturing processes, enhancing product capabilities and accelerating time-to-market for new lighting solutions.
Studio Ninaber
|Product Designer & Maker
Delft, South Holland, Netherlands
→
Summary
Contributed to high-end product development and production, specializing in the meticulous craftsmanship of metals, plastics, and leather for bespoke designs.
Highlights
Mastered advanced shaping and finishing processes for diverse materials including metals, plastics, and leather, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship for bespoke product lines.
Independently handcrafted intricate watch designs and prestigious awards, overseeing the full production cycle from raw material selection to polished finished product.
Collaborated closely with Bruno Ninaber to realize complex design visions, applying meticulous attention to detail in material selection and fabrication processes.
Delft University of Technology
|Workshop Assistant
Delft, South Holland, Netherlands
→
Summary
Provided essential support in prototype creation, operating various manual and CNC machining processes for industrial design engineering projects.
Highlights
Facilitated the creation of complex prototypes for student and faculty industrial design projects, ensuring high precision and adherence to specifications.
Operated and maintained a range of manual and CNC machining equipment, including lathes, mills, and 3D printers, to support diverse fabrication needs.
Provided guidance and training to students on workshop safety protocols and machinery usage, fostering a productive and secure learning environment.
UNStudio
|Product Design Intern
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
→
Summary
Collaborated with product designers and interior architects on diverse furniture, lighting, and cutlery projects during a six-month internship at a leading architecture practice.
Highlights
Contributed to interdisciplinary design projects, collaborating with product designers and interior architects on innovative furniture, lighting, and cutlery solutions.
Supported the design and development phases of multiple projects, gaining hands-on experience in architectural product design within a leading international practice.
Assisted in concept generation, material research, and prototype development, enhancing understanding of design-to-production workflows and client requirements.
Education
Delft University of Technology
→
Master of Science
Integrated Product Design
University of New South Wales Art & Design
→
Exchange Programme
Art & Design
Delft University of Technology
→
Bachelor of Science
Industrial Design
Skills
Product Design & Engineering Software
Rhinoceros 3D, Grasshopper, Solid Edge, Solidworks, Fusion360, PLM/PDM, Keyshot, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator.
Design & Prototyping
Industrial Design, 3D Printing, Additive Manufacturing, Product Development, Concept Generation, Prototyping, CNC Machining, Material Selection, Finishing Processes, Design for Manufacturability.
Project & Team Leadership
Lead Design, R&D Initiatives, Cross-functional Collaboration, Business Unit Expansion, Strategic Planning, Market Development.