Nicholas Healy
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Innovative Industrial Designer and Design Engineer with a Master of Design specializing in complex system integration. Skilled in converting conceptual sketches into precise 3D models using SolidWorks and Autodesk Fusion 360. Experienced in the high-end architectural lighting sector, managing technical specifications and aligning design intent with engineering execution. Combines advanced CAD capabilities with hands-on workshop experience to deliver functional and production-ready designs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Designer
HUNZA Lighting
Auckland, NZ
06.2025 - Current
- Design QA: Oversaw the complete design lifecycle, ensuring rigorous adherence to technical specifications for high-end international markets.
- Technical Documentation (Adobe CC): Lead the creation of IES files and Product Spec Sheets using Adobe InDesign to maintain 100% accuracy for global structural standards.
- Engineering Liaison: Partner directly with the engineering team to translate complex technical specifications into structured manufacturing assets.
Industrial Design Technician (Contract)
Synovus Technology
Auckland, NZ
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Mechanical Drafting: Utilized Solidworks and Fusion 360 to develop and document complex mechanical assemblies and product housings.
- Human-Centered Engineering: Applied advanced design methodologies to optimize product ergonomics and mechanical interactions.
- Iterative Prototyping: Managed the transition from digital CAD models to physical prototypes, conducting durability testing and functional analysis.
Experience & Mobility Coordinator
Mevo
Auckland, NZ
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Operational CX: Optimized the customer journey by identifying friction points in physical fleet interactions.
- Project Management: Utilized Jira for Agile workflow management and cross-functional coordination.
Workshop & Mechanical Experience
Various
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Malcove (MTB Technician): Assembled and serviced complex mechanical systems, ensuring strict safety standards.
- Spy Valley Wines (Vineyard Operator): Operated and serviced heavy machinery, focusing on mechanical maintenance.
- Motohaus (Workshop Assistant): Gained hands-on literacy in mechanical systems, tool operation, and motorcycle servicing.
Education
Master of Design -
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ01.2024
Bachelor of Design Innovation - Industrial Design
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, NZ01.2020
Skills
- Advanced CAD & Drafting
- Engineering liaison
- Agile methodology
- Solidworks
- Fusion 360
- Rhino 3D
- Onshape
- Technical Documentation
- Adobe InDesign
- Manufacturing
- 3D Printing
- CNC logic
- 3D Scanning
- Material properties
- Project Delivery
- QA auditing
- Technical problem-solving
- Cross-functional leadership
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Operations
- Jira
- Miro
- MS Office 365
- Data analysis
- Technical reporting
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Web development
Websites
Timeline
Lead Designer
HUNZA Lighting
06.2025 - Current
Industrial Design Technician (Contract)
Synovus Technology
12.2024 - 06.2025
Experience & Mobility Coordinator
Mevo
01.2020 - 01.2024
Workshop & Mechanical Experience
Various
01.2018 - 01.2021
Master of Design -
Auckland University of Technology
Bachelor of Design Innovation - Industrial Design
Victoria University of Wellington