Naveed Gujral

Currently the Managing Director and Lead Industrial Designer of Asymptote Design Ltd, we specialise in DFM and working with SMEs to help expand their product range. From conception to production, we can be there every step of the way.

With nearly 10 years’ experience in industry, I enjoy exploring new breakthroughs in technology, such as additive manufacturing, and how they can make design more democratic. I also have a keen interest in sustainability and inclusive design, as I believe everybody, including future generations, should have access to good design.

Since graduating in Product Design Technology (BSc) I have continued to work as an Industrial Designer and build a network of likeminded professionals. Before finishing university, I freelanced for six years leveraging relationships I developed during my time as an apprentice design engineer. 

During the Pandemic, I gained two Solidworks professional certifications in both mechanical design and surface modelling. I always strive to develop myself professionally. Just recently, I have been learning algorithm aided design as a new creative resource. I enjoy working with innovative, open minded, and ambitious people, and I look forward to building new relationships in the industry.

Background

As an apprentice-trained graduate, I am now seeking a full time role so that I can continue to develop my professional skillset.

I completed my apprenticeship at Techstyle-Europe after two years with a further year thereafter. 

Techstyle-Europe is a design consultancy that specialise in design for manufacture, specifically injection 

moulding, and the projects featured from my apprenticeship in my portfolio were all completed and taken to market. Following my time at Techstyle-Europe, I wanted to broaden my knowledge and skillset in design. I started University in 2018 studying Product Design Technology (Bsc), and I graduated in July 2021. 

Following my apprenticeship and throughout my studies I have also worked on projects on a freelance basis. My experience in a design consultancy and as a freelancer has formed the basis of my strong work ethic and self-sufficency. I recently became certified to use Solidworks professionally with an additional qualification in surface modelling. During my time at university I also worked as a technical student mentor helping my peers with issues such as software difficulties and problem solving. 

I was also awarded a place on the UWE Enterprise Scholarship in both 2020 and 2021, where I learned the fundamentals of business management, marketing, and how to start a business. Completing the scholarship helped me become a more effective freelancer and this was a valuable experience. Altogether, my combination of 

experience and strong design education makes me ready to pursue new and challenging opportunities in the field.

Design Experience

Managing Director & Lead Industrial Designer (Part Time) - Asymptote Design Ltd

2017 - Present

Since graduating in Product Design Technology (BSc) I have continued to freelance on a part time basis as an Industrial Designer on occasion and build a network of likeminded professionals. Before finishing university, I freelanced for five years leveraging relationships I developed during my time as an apprentice design engineer. 

Peer Assisted Learning Leader - University of the West of England 

2019 - 2020

I mentored first-year students one-to-one in Product Design, supporting their work and helping them approach design related issues and creative challenges. For example, I have demonstrated how to do a curve driven pattern in SolidWorks.

Design Engineer - Techstyle-Europe 

2013 - 2016

I completed my apprenticeship in 2015 and continued to work there as a full-time design engineer, where I...

• Designed for Injection moulding & CNC machining but I have also designed for; Blow Moulding, Compression moulding, Rotational Moulding, Sheet metal bending & Fabrication
• Produced production standard engineering drawings
• Managed projects from conception to production
• Used Solidworks, Keyshot, Photoshop, Illustrator and Indesign 
• Arrange the production of tooling in china, including writing tooling specifications, and liase with manufacturers to ensure the handover was as smooth as possible
• Apply for design registrations on behalf of the client and produce the relevant drawings needed for both design registrations and patents.

Education

University of the West of England 2018 - 2021

Product Design Technology (Bsc) 2:1

Summer Enterprise Scholarship 2020

Summer Enterprise Scholarship 2021

Certifications

Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional in Advanced Surfacing - 2020

Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional in Mechanical Design - 2020

Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate in Mechanical Design - 2019

Barnsley College (Apprenticeship Training Provider) 2013-2015

•  NVQ Level 3 Design

•  Level 3 BTEC - Subsidiary Diploma in Art & Design

University of the West of England 2011 - 2013

Product Design Technology (Bsc) - I had to withdraw from my studies due to a medical condition that developed during my A-levels.

Heckmondwike Grammar School 2007-2011

A Level 2011 - Mathematics (C) , Product Design (D), Physics (E)

AS Level 2010 - Further Mathematics (D)

GCSE 2009 - Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Design & Technology – 

     Resistant Materials, English Language, Chemistry, Business Studies, 

     Statistics, Art & Design, English Literature, French 

Level 2  BTEC 2009 - Award Digital Applications

Achievements

Being awarded a place on the UWE summer enterprise scholarship in 2020 & 2021

• The slingshot Design Engineering project being awarded the prize for the most original and interesting mechanism.
• Teaching myself Solidworks to a professional standard and becoming  certified in Mechanical Design & Surfacing with no formal training.
• The AquaBrush project featured in my portfolio finishing as a finalist for Product Innovation at the Glee International tradeshow.