Precision-Built Products for Demanding Clients
Custom mechanical engineering from concept to production-ready design. I translate complex requirements into components that perform, fit, and scale.
What I Offer
End-to-End Engineering
Services
From initial brief to certified design package — every phase handled with accountability and precision.
01
CAD Design & Modelling
Parametric 3D models and tolerance-controlled 2D drawings in SolidWorks, CATIA, and Fusion 360, with full GD&T annotation.
02
FEA & Structural Analysis
ANSYS and Abaqus simulation to validate load cases, fatigue life, and thermal performance before a single prototype is cut.
03
Rapid Prototyping
CNC, SLA, FDM, and SLS prototypes coordinated through vetted manufacturing partners. First article in as few as 5 business days.
04
DFM & DFA Consulting
Design for Manufacturability reviews that eliminate costly post-tooling changes and reduce unit cost by optimising geometry for your production method.
05
Reverse Engineering
3D scanning and metrology to digitise legacy or worn parts and recreate accurate CAD models ready for manufacturing or improvement.
06
Technical Documentation
Full engineering packages including BOM, assembly instructions, DFMEA, and regulatory compliance docs (CE, UL, ISO 9001).
How It Works
A Clear Path from Idea to Product
Four structured phases keep every project on schedule, on budget, and completely transparent — from the first call to final handoff.
Discovery & Requirements
We align on technical requirements, constraints, timeline, and budget. I ask the hard questions early so there are no surprises later. A signed scope document locks everything in before work begins.
Concept & CAD Design
Concept sketches evolve into full parametric CAD models. You receive regular check-ins and a formal design review gate before any simulation or prototyping begins.
Analysis & Prototype
FEA validates structural and thermal targets. Physical prototypes are tested against spec and iterated until every requirement is met. All test data is documented and shared with you.
Delivery & Handoff
Full design package delivered — native CAD files, dimensioned drawings, BOM, DFMEA, and supplier recommendations. Ready for immediate production kick-off with zero ambiguity.
Selected Work
Products Built for Clients
A cross-section of custom products designed and delivered across multiple industries and production volumes.
Industrial
Hydraulic Actuator Assembly
Consumer
Ergonomic Cordless Driver
Medical
Reusable Surgical Instrument Handle
Aerospace
Titanium Avionics Bracket
Industrial
Conveyor Drive Unit Redesign
Consumer
Modular Furniture Connector
About Me
Engineering Rigour.
Commercial Awareness.
I’m Daniel Reeves — a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with 12 years of experience across industrial automation, consumer hardware, medical devices, and aerospace structures. I’ve been inside Fortune 500 OEMs and operated as an independent consultant, so I understand both the technical depth projects demand and the business pressures driving them.
My approach: treat every client project like it’s my own business. That means honest timelines, transparent costs, and designs optimised for manufacturing — not just impressive in a CAD viewport. Every deliverable is production-ready, fully documented, and backed by traceable analysis.
Client Feedback
What Clients Say
Real feedback from engineers, product managers, and founders who trusted me with their most demanding projects.
Daniel took our vague concept brief and produced a fully validated, production-ready design in under 10 weeks. His FEA reports alone saved us three prototype iterations and weeks of delay.
The hydraulic actuator Daniel designed has been running in our press line for 18 months without a single unplanned downtime event. Outstanding engineering and flawless documentation throughout.
We needed a Class II medical device handle designed and documented in 8 weeks for a regulatory submission. Daniel delivered in 7, with zero FDA comments on the engineering package.
Get in Touch
Ready to Build
Something That Works?
Describe your project and I will respond within 4 business hours. All new enquiries include a free 30-minute discovery call.
hello@danielreeves.engineering
Phone
+1 (415) 820 4491
Location
San Francisco, CA — Working Worldwide
Availability
Taking new projects — Q3 2025