S D Gopinath
Multidisciplinary Design & Additive Fabrication Specialist
I seamlessly integrate precision 3D CAD, advanced additive manufacturing, and strategic visual design to deliver comprehensive solutions from digital concept to physical reality.
Skills & Tools
- 3D Printer Maintenance & Calibration3D Printer Maintenance & Calibration
- 3D CAD Modeling3D CAD Modeling
- 3D Printing3D Printing
- Brand Identity Design (Logos & Branding)Brand Identity Design (Logos & Branding)
About Me
Innovative Mechanical Design Engineer with over 7+ years of experience in product development and 3D printing technology. Proven track record in designing custom jigs, fixtures, and templates to optimize manufacturing workflows and improve production accuracy. Expert in CAD modeling and FDM 3D printing, with a focused ability to translate complex designs into high-precision functional tools.
Selected Work
Medical Clinic Branding & Custom Hardware Integration
Kumar Sujatha Clinic - Partnered with a healthcare facility to deliver an integrated suite of custom physical and digital products. Designed professional digital marketing collateral and administrative tools, including banners and customized notepads, to maintain brand consistency. Additionally, manufactured on-demand 3D printed hardware solutions tailored to the clinic's specific operational needs, streamlining their day-to-day workflow with rapid, customized physical assets.
Custom Infrastructure Components via Additive Manufacturing
Hindu Newspaper - Reverse-engineered and manufactured bespoke replacement hardware for corporate office partition systems at The Hindu Newspaper. Designed precise 3D CAD models to match existing metal extrusions, creating complex geometries with integrated mounting tabs for a seamless, secure fit. Manufactured functional end caps and multi-way junction covers using FDM 3D printing. The final installed components successfully enclosed exposed structural edges, restoring the aesthetic and functional integrity of the office workstations.
Custom 3D Printed Consumer Goods & Decor
Developed and launched a diverse catalog of personalized 3D printed consumer products. Managed the complete product lifecycle from initial client consultation and CAD modeling to final FDM production. Portfolio includes customized organizational storage boxes, bespoke house name display boards, desktop phone stands, and complex showcase items. Leveraged multi-color printing capabilities and various filament profiles (PLA, PETG) to deliver highly tailored, aesthetic, and functional everyday products to direct consumers.
