Dan Quinn
@danquinn
I design point-of-purchase products, prototypes, and production-ready fixtures from concept through store installation.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
At RTC Industries, I design point-of-purchase products for brands including Adidas, Nike, Google, Coca-Cola, Sephora, Walmart, and Target. I take shelf-management solutions, theft deterrence, cosmetics displays, and client-facing prototypes from early design through production and store installs.
I combine SolidWorks, 3D printing, model making, and fabrication knowledge across plastics, wood, and metal. I also manage 3D printing operations, train teammates, and develop practical guides for costume and prop replication through my volunteer work with the 501st Legion.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Design Engineer
RTC Industries
Jan 2026 - Present (8 months)
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to design point-of-purchase products for major brands. Engineers products through design, development, production, and store installs, optimizing production with 3D printing.
Leadership Role
501st Legion Star Wars Costuming Organization
Jan 2020 - Present (6 years 8 months)
Leads onboarding and mentorship for new members, reviews costume accuracy, and organizes community events. Develops how-to guides for costume replication.
Design Engineer/Model Maker 1
RTC Industries
Jan 2024 - Jan 2026 (2 years)
Managed daily operations of industrial 3D printing lab and led initiative with 90% cost savings. Trained team members on Solidworks, 3D printing, and model making.
Associate Model Maker
RTC Industries
Jan 2021 - Jan 2024 (3 years)
Researched and developed new materials and processes for company-wide use. Designed fixtures and processes for production teams and built client-facing prototypes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Industrial Design, Industrial Design
Bachelor of Industrial Design degree from Iowa State University, completed in 2020.
Iowa State University
Minor, Apparel Design
Minor in Apparel Design from Iowa State University, completed in 2020.
Delft University of Technology
International Exchange Program, Industrial Design Engineering
Industrial Design Engineering through an International Exchange Program at Delft University of Technology, completed in 2019.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Social media
Skills
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