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IGNACIO CACACE

PRODUCT DESIGNER
Põlva

Summary

Passionate Product Designer with a strong interest in production processes and material science, particularly polymers. Experienced in 3D modeling, prototyping, and creating functional designs. Skilled at collaborating with teams to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Product Designer

KIIVER
Tartu
01.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw the full product design process, including material research, 3D design, and prototype development
  • Designed and launched the KIIVER carbon fiber passport case, emphasizing sustainability and modern design
  • Successful crowdfunding campaign
  • Piloted the development of new products and planned future projects

Workshop manager

WOW Tech Europe
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Collaborated closely with the engineering department to design and develop functional prototypes, focusing on both mechanical performance and user requirements
  • Utilized additive manufacturing technologies (FDM, STRATASYS, SLA) to create precise parts, handled finishing and assembly of prototypes in polymers and silicone
  • Designed and fabricated testing jigs and fixtures

Designer and developer

Mohr Models
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Created 2D and 3D CAD models from scratch and remodeled existing physical parts into precise CAD models
  • Provided technical assistance for prototype and production support, including materials like polyurethane foam, casting resins, and composites
  • Integrated aesthetic and functional requirements into product designs

3D Designer, additive technology

3Faktur
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Designed and developed 3D models for prototyping and production, creating mechanical and functional parts for a diverse range of client projects
  • Applied user-centered design principles to optimize functionality and usability in various applications
  • Utilized additive manufacturing techniques such as SLS, SLA and HP Jet

Product Designer

Implavet
Buenos Aires
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Designed and developed trauma implants, creating 2D and 3D plans using SolidWorks
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards

Education

Industrial Design - 3 years of a four year Degree course in "Industrial Design"

Lanus National University
Buenos Aires, Argentina

CNC computer-aided cutting-tools -

Vasco Institute
Buenos Aires, Argentina

CNC-Milling Programming -

University of Lomas De Zamora
Buenos Aires, Argentina

Industrial processing of plastic materials -

National Technology University
Buenos Aires, Argentina

Pre-preg Laminating - Stage 1 -

Dark Matter Composite
Redbourn, United Kingdom

Vacuum Bagging Prepeg -

Partec Institute
Brisbane Australia
05.2001 - 2014.01

Skills

3d design

Additive manufacturing

Prototyping

Composites

Handcraft

Teamwork

Adaptability

Problem solving

Customer experience

Timeline

Product Designer

KIIVER
01.2022 - Current

Workshop manager

WOW Tech Europe
01.2021 - 01.2022

Designer and developer

Mohr Models
01.2019 - 01.2021

3D Designer, additive technology

3Faktur
01.2016 - 01.2018

Product Designer

Implavet
01.2008 - 01.2013

Vacuum Bagging Prepeg -

Partec Institute
05.2001 - 2014.01

Industrial Design - 3 years of a four year Degree course in "Industrial Design"

Lanus National University

CNC computer-aided cutting-tools -

Vasco Institute

CNC-Milling Programming -

University of Lomas De Zamora

Industrial processing of plastic materials -

National Technology University

Pre-preg Laminating - Stage 1 -

Dark Matter Composite
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