I am a designer with expertise in UX/UI and industrial design, passionate about solving user problems through research-driven, innovative solutions.
😊 Who am I
I am a UX & Product Designer with a background in UX/UI design and industrial design. My passion lies in identifying problems and crafting innovative solutions that enhance user experiences. I make design decisions based on thorough research and a deep understanding of user needs.
💡 Education
I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design from the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design and a Master of Design (MDes) in Interaction Design from the ArtCenter College of Design. My academic journey equipped me with a solid foundation in design principles, user-centered design methodologies, and the latest industry tools and technologies.
🌴 Professional Experience
Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work on a diverse range of products with companies such as Delta Faucet, Generac Battery, Lowe's, Home Depot, Kichler Lighting, Inpro Corp, and Tetrafab. These experiences have honed my skills in creating user-centric designs that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
Fuct Facts
🐈 I rescued and adopted a 3-year-old stray cat named NiNi.
🍵 When I'm not designing, you can find me watching Netflix, practicing Yoga, cooking, and looking for design inspirations.
Education
Master of Design - Interaction Design 2024
ArtCenter College of Design
Bachelor of Art - Product Design 2023
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design - Milwaukee, WI
Work Experience
Industrial Designer May 2024 - Present
Tetrafab - Floyds Knobs
• Collaborate with clients' design or engineering teams to develop custom case or bag solutions.
• Select construction, materials, and hardware to meet client objectives.
• Create sketches and renderings to illustrate design concepts.
• Develop 3D models, graphic layouts, and technical drawings for approved designs.
• Prepare design proposals and manufacturing tech packs.
UX Design Intern May 2024 - Present
New Eic - Remote
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and evaluate user requirements, ensuring our website neweicgroup.com is user-friendly and meets client needs.
• Create interactive prototypes and high-fidelity wireframes to communicate design ideas and gather feedback.
Product Designer May 2023 - May 2024
lnpro Corporation - Muskego, WI
• Developing new architectural products that increased sales by 10% from the previous year, including signage, Eva maps, and wall art, utilizing Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Corel Draw, and AutoCAD.
• Working in a fast-paced environment with 19 other team members, including Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, and sales representatives.
• Collaborating with over 100 corporate clients across 5 time zones for more than a year using Microsoft Team and Outlook, we received 95% positive feedback on design, product quality, and outstanding user experiences.
Product Design Intern May 2022 - March 2023
Kichler Lighting - Cleveland, OH
• Designed interior and exterior lighting fixtures for Lowe's, The Home Depot, and high-end lighting showrooms that catered to diverse lifestyles and aligned with emerging design trends using SolidWorks, KeyShot, and Photoshop.
• Presented new product concepts and usability research to other teams and clients including sketches, usability testing, engineering drawings, and prototypes.
• Conducted competitor analysis using Excel to better understand the market and introduce cost reductions through innovative high-quality design
UX Design Researcher May 2021 - May 2022
Ampl!fy Insights+ lnnovation,LLC - Kenosha, OH
• Worked with various stakeholders to make informed design decisions by creating personas, wireframes, prototypes, storyboards, and conducted competitive analysis using Keynote, Figma, and Miro.
• Planned user interviews and usability testing in collaboration with other designers and research groups to gather and evaluate data.
• Identified existing design pain points in the product, solved existing design problems, and improved product usability. Ultimately, this led to an increase in sales and repeat customers.
AWARDS / RECOGNITION
MIAD 2023 Graduation Spreaker
MIAD 2020 First Year Experience Exhibition : Winner
Delta Sponsored Project : Honorable Mention
Generac Sponsored Project : Honorable Mention
MIAD Board of Trustee Scholarship: Recipient
President's List: FA19, SP20, FA20
Dean's List: FA21, SP22
Email
mengtianxing6@gmail.com
Phone
(224) 334-2068