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Vishnu Jayan

@vishnujayan

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Merging aesthetics with DfX and sustainability: bringing responsible products to life.

Italy

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What I'm looking for

Looking for a remote role in product or mechanical design that values sustainability, functionality, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. I enjoy turning ideas into manufacturable solutions and contributing to impactful, user-centered projects within international teams.

Experienced in 3D modeling, rapid prototyping, lifecycle assessment, and user testing, with a strong understanding of ERP and PLM. Currently upskilling in machine learning to optimize sustainable product design.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Product Designer

AirBliss+

Jan 2024 - Aug 2024 (7 months)

Led the redesign of Maasc V3’ product with improved rugged aesthetics to include more stringent industrial-grade features. Redesigned the mask strap attachment of Maasc V2’ product, eliminating ultrasonic welding and simplifying assembly, reducing the attachment manufacturing complexity by ~40%; collaborated with 30+ vendors on customized design testing.

Product Design Industrial Design Vendor Management Design Testing Manufacturing Processes Design For Manufacturability (DFM)Sketching

Sustainability Researcher

LeNSlab Polimi

Sep 2023 - Nov 2023 (2 months)

Developed and integrated open-source tools and case studies into sustainable product design frameworks, using a systems-level approach. Managed web and YouTube with a total of 6k+ views.

Sustainability Research Open Source Tools Systems Thinking Web Management Content Management

Jr Embedded Systems Engineer

AMMACHI Labs

Mar 2020 - Aug 2021 (1 year 5 months)

Developed and tested 'Amrita PAPR', a NIOSH-standard-adhering device for frontline medical staff during COVID-19, reducing cost by ~55%. Enabled safe operation for 30+ staff during the tests. Led and managed the setup of the skill analytics lab, managing technical requirements from researchers and vendors.

Embedded Systems Testing Medical Devices Product Development NIOSH Standards

Maker Educator & Jr Researcher

The 2nd Foundation Makerspace

Dec 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 2 months)

Led, developed and conducted K-12 STEM and maker workshops for over 200 students. Trained and certified university students on various fabrication tools including CNC, 3D printing, laser cutting, and power tools.

STEM Education Workshop Facilitation Curriculum Development CNC Machining 3D Printing Laser Cutting Power Tools Student Training

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Politecnico di Milano

Master of Science, Design & Engineering

2021 - 2025

Grade: 108/110

Master's Thesis: Reduced the lifecycle impact of Fairphone 5 by 5.4% through Life Cycle Design, supported by a self-conducted LCA using the EF 3.1 methodology.

Amrita University

Bachelor of Technology, Electrical & Electronics Engineering

2014 - 2018

Grade: 9.02/10

Bachelor's thesis: Built and tested a side-stick controlled single-seater electric vehicle for independent driving by disabled people as part of the Bachelor's thesis.