Vishnu Anantha
Product Design & UX Leader
Brooklyn, US.About
A highly accomplished Product Design and UX leader with over a decade of experience in industrial design, known for guiding strategy and managing cross-functional teams to deliver innovative hardware and software solutions. Proven expertise in transforming complex technical foundations into intuitive user experiences, particularly within the 3D printing and global software platform sectors. Recognized for driving product vision, achieving award-winning designs, and bridging the gap between emerging technologies and professional market needs.
Work
UltiMaker
|UX Designer - Global Software Platform
Brooklyn, NY, US
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Summary
Leading the design and strategic direction of a global software platform, integrating 3D printing workflows for diverse markets.
Highlights
Designed and guided the strategic development of an interconnected product and service platform, enhancing 3D printing workflows for professional, educational, and consumer markets.
Developed unique user experiences across a shared technology foundation, contributing to the successful launch and adoption of key products like Cura Cloud and Digital Factory.
Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration of products and services, optimizing user journeys and increasing platform utility.
MakerBot
|Director of Product Design
New York, NY, US
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Summary
Directed cross-functional Industrial Design and UX teams across NYC and Europe, overseeing the design ecosystem of printers, peripherals, and software.
Highlights
Managed a diverse team of designers across two continents, fostering a cohesive design vision for an extensive 3D printing product ecosystem.
Oversaw the Industrial Design and UX for critical product releases, including Method XL, CloudPrint, and Sketch Large, enhancing market competitiveness.
Drove design strategy for both educational and professional market segments, ensuring product alignment with user needs and business objectives.
MakerBot
|Hardware Design Lead
New York, NY, US
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Summary
Led industrial design efforts for the METHOD series of professional 3D printers, transitioning the brand from hobbyist to industrial market leader.
Highlights
Spearheaded industrial design initiatives for the METHOD series, successfully bridging the gap from consumer-grade to professional-grade 3D printers.
Directed the design and aesthetic development of Method and Method X products, contributing to their market acceptance and award recognition.
Collaborated closely with engineering and product teams to integrate design vision with manufacturing feasibility and user requirements.
MakerBot
|Senior Industrial Designer
New York, NY, US
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Summary
Contributed to the design and development of advanced 3D printer models, enhancing product line performance and market appeal.
Highlights
Played a key role in the industrial design and development of the Replicator+ and Replicator Mini+, contributing to their commercial success and user satisfaction.
Applied advanced design methodologies to optimize product aesthetics, ergonomics, and usability for a diverse user base.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate complex technical requirements into intuitive and visually appealing product designs.
MakerBot
|Industrial Designer + Advanced Design Engineer
New York, NY, US
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Summary
Performed a dual role in industrial design and advanced engineering, contributing to core 3D printer and scanner product lines.
Highlights
Contributed significantly to the design and engineering of the Replicator Family and Digitizer 3D Scanner, directly impacting product innovation and market positioning.
Utilized advanced design engineering principles to ensure product functionality, manufacturability, and aesthetic appeal.
Collaborated with R&D and manufacturing teams to bring new product concepts from ideation to successful market release.
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|Product Design Engineer
New York, NY, US
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Summary
Executed product design engineering tasks, contributing to the development and refinement of various products.
Highlights
Applied engineering principles to solve complex design challenges, ensuring product integrity and performance.
Contributed to all phases of the product design lifecycle, from concept generation to detailed engineering and prototyping.
Collaborated with senior engineers and designers to optimize product designs for manufacturing efficiency and user experience.
Education
Carnegie Mellon University
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Master of Science
Product Development
Penn State University
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Bachelor of Science
Mechanical Engineering
Awards
Red Dot 2019
Awarded By
MakerBot Method
Recognized for excellence in product design and innovation for the MakerBot Method.
IF Design Award 2017
Awarded By
MakerBot Replicator+
Recognized for excellence in product design and innovation for the MakerBot Replicator+.
Red Dot 2015
Awarded By
MakerBot Replicator
Recognized for excellence in product design and innovation for the MakerBot Replicator.
Skills
Design Tools
Figma, Dovetail, Illustrator, Photoshop, SolidWorks, Keyshot.
Design Principles & Methodologies
User Research Methods, Interaction Design, Design Systems, User Interface Design, Material Design, Prototyping, Industrial Design, Human Factors, Top-Down Design, Design for Manufacture, Colors / Materials / Finish, 3D Visualization.
CAD & Engineering
CAD modeling, CAD surfacing.