Top Talent like Ryan are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Ryan Merrix

Product Designer •
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Product Designer | Machine Technologist | AR & 3D Modeling Expert | Driving Innovation in Product Development & Manufacturing Efficiency
With a strong foundation in product design, engineering, and technology, I am passionate about solving complex challenges through creativity and precision. My experience spans across various industries, from designing cutting-edge consumer products to improving machine efficiencies in manufacturing environments. Currently, as a freelance Product Designer, I specialize in creating manufacturable 3D models and technical drawings using SolidWorks, leading projects that range from smart bird feeders to food composting shredders. I also have expertise in augmented reality (AR), developing immersive experiences that educate and engage users, such as an AR scene of Belfast city and interactive tourism apps. In my previous role as a Machine Technologist at Mitolo Family Farms, I led a team to enhance production efficiency by identifying mechanical faults and implementing CAD-based solutions, achieving a significant increase in production speed. I also contributed to packaging optimization, ensuring quality and hygiene standards for over a million units. As a Product Designer for SENSEcity, I successfully led a team that developed augmented reality apps, securing substantial investment and delivering innovative AR solutions for heritage sites and city sightseeing experiences. I thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and take pride in the intersection of design, technology, and user experience. My technical skills in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Rhino, Blender) and design tools (Adobe Suite, Figma, Axure) complement my passion for making ideas come to life with precision and creativity.

Work History

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Product Designer

FreelanceWorked independently to design and develop products for various clients, focusing on user experience and functionality.
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Machine Technologist

Mitolo Family FarmsSep 2023 - Nov 2024 • 1 yr 3 mosLed a team of 5 laborers to package over 1 million pieces of product, ensuring hygienic procedures to avoid contamination. Repaired and operated a Newtec combination weighing machine, ensuring 80% efficiency and 100% correct labeling for over 1 million onion products. Identified faults and developed improvements using CAD to increase efficiency, leading to an increase of onion products from 65 to 70 bags per minute.
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Product Designer

SENSEcityMar 2022 - Apr 2023 • 1 yr 2 mosSpearheaded a team to design, develop, and deploy a functional augmented reality app, securing further funding for the project. Led a team to secure a 250k investment from EIT Digital for Historiscope, an augmented reality tourist telescope. Developed user interfaces for City sightseeing Glasgow and SENSEcity walks, educating users about city history through augmented reality.
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NHS Test and Trace Tier 2 Contact

Sitel GroupNov 2020 - Dec 2021 • 1 yr 2 mosDelivered technical and sensitive knowledge to patients, ensuring correct information was relayed to protect public health. Utilized team communication software to work effectively with cross-departmental teams. Processed over 15,000 calls with 100% accuracy, relaying vital information for isolation and well-being.
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Graphic Designer

Unissu - Trusted PropTech ProcurementJan 2021 - Jul 2021 • 7 mosDesigned and curated a sponsorship pack to acquire over £50,000 from sponsors for a global digital real estate event. Developed over 100 designs for social media, LinkedIn branding, and product imagery. Prototyped and developed the first version of a dashboard for clients to track data and analyze trends.

Education

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University of Liverpool

Master of Engineering - MEng, Engineering2016 - 2020

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Product Designer | Machine Technologist | AR & 3D Modeling Expert | Driving Innovation in Product Development & Manufacturing Efficiency
With a strong foundation in product design, engineering, and technology, I am passionate about solving complex challenges through creativity and precision. My experience spans across various industries, from designing cutting-edge consumer products to improving machine efficiencies in manufacturing environments. Currently, as a freelance Product Designer, I specialize in creating manufacturable 3D models and technical drawings using SolidWorks, leading projects that range from smart bird feeders to food composting shredders. I also have expertise in augmented reality (AR), developing immersive experiences that educate and engage users, such as an AR scene of Belfast city and interactive tourism apps. In my previous role as a Machine Technologist at Mitolo Family Farms, I led a team to enhance production efficiency by identifying mechanical faults and implementing CAD-based solutions, achieving a significant increase in production speed. I also contributed to packaging optimization, ensuring quality and hygiene standards for over a million units. As a Product Designer for SENSEcity, I successfully led a team that developed augmented reality apps, securing substantial investment and delivering innovative AR solutions for heritage sites and city sightseeing experiences. I thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and take pride in the intersection of design, technology, and user experience. My technical skills in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Rhino, Blender) and design tools (Adobe Suite, Figma, Axure) complement my passion for making ideas come to life with precision and creativity.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
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Top Talent like Ryan are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Ryan Merrix

Product Designer •
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

F

Product Designer

FreelanceWorked independently to design and develop products for various clients, focusing on user experience and functionality.
M

Machine Technologist

Mitolo Family FarmsSep 2023 - Nov 2024 • 1 yr 3 mosLed a team of 5 laborers to package over 1 million pieces of product, ensuring hygienic procedures to avoid contamination. Repaired and operated a Newtec combination weighing machine, ensuring 80% efficiency and 100% correct labeling for over 1 million onion products. Identified faults and developed improvements using CAD to increase efficiency, leading to an increase of onion products from 65 to 70 bags per minute.
S

Product Designer

SENSEcityMar 2022 - Apr 2023 • 1 yr 2 mosSpearheaded a team to design, develop, and deploy a functional augmented reality app, securing further funding for the project. Led a team to secure a 250k investment from EIT Digital for Historiscope, an augmented reality tourist telescope. Developed user interfaces for City sightseeing Glasgow and SENSEcity walks, educating users about city history through augmented reality.
S

NHS Test and Trace Tier 2 Contact

Sitel GroupNov 2020 - Dec 2021 • 1 yr 2 mosDelivered technical and sensitive knowledge to patients, ensuring correct information was relayed to protect public health. Utilized team communication software to work effectively with cross-departmental teams. Processed over 15,000 calls with 100% accuracy, relaying vital information for isolation and well-being.
U

Graphic Designer

Unissu - Trusted PropTech ProcurementJan 2021 - Jul 2021 • 7 mosDesigned and curated a sponsorship pack to acquire over £50,000 from sponsors for a global digital real estate event. Developed over 100 designs for social media, LinkedIn branding, and product imagery. Prototyped and developed the first version of a dashboard for clients to track data and analyze trends.

Education

U

University of Liverpool

Master of Engineering - MEng, Engineering2016 - 2020

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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