Shubham Gahlot
Pune
Summary
Hi, I am a Senior Industrial Designer / Product Designer, who graduated from the Indian School of Design and Innovation (ISDI Parsons) in Mumbai. I work mainly on Ideating, Conceptualizing, and Implementation of products. I am a creative professional with a unique skillset steeped in design, graphics, and engineering. Good at problem-solving, and have an eye for meticulous attention to detail combined with well-developed technical and creative skills, which help me discover and define a problem, and then empathically design a solution. I am also keen on experimenting with different materials and mechanisms. I also have very strong people skills, which have helped me develop great relationships with my teammates, vendors, and senior managers alike. I'm also passionate about this industry and I'm driven to deliver high-quality work.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Industrial Designer
Auriquant Design Pvt. Ltd.
Pune
09.2024 - Current
- As the lead designer at a young and fast-evolving startup, I built the entire industrial design process from the ground up - from research and market insights to concept creation, prototyping, and bringing tangible products to life.
- I led a small team of six designers, mentoring them daily on design thinking, detailing, and execution.
- I've driven five full-scale product developments, shaping each from concept to launch and ensuring every design not only looked great but delivered real value in the market.
- While also creating 3D visualizations and 3D animations to enhance product presentation.
Senior Product Designer
Caresmith
Mumbai
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Designed and developed consumer products and enclosures with a focus on aesthetics and user appeal.
- Collaborated with manufacturers in China to ensure high-quality production and visual detailing, while also creating 3D visualizations and animations to enhance product presentation.
Product Designer
Quest Global
Bengaluru
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Worked in the drilling tools division, designing and developing drill-bits and milling tools for global markets.
- Created detailed visualisations and product models that aligned with manufacturing requirements and international supply-chains.
Freelance Product Designer
Freelance
Mumbai
07.2021 - 09.2022
- 3D Visualisation
Industrial Designer
Praan, Inc.
Mumbai
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Part of the core design team developing the world's most advanced air purification technology for commercial and industrial environments.
- Contributed to the early design and development of the system, shaping both its product form and functional integration to bring the concept from vision to reality.
Industrial Designer (Project-Based)
Red Wall Mediaworks
Mumbai
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Worked on the design development of Godrej security cameras and automatic safe lockers, focusing on form refinement, usability, and visual appeal for upcoming product lines.
User Interface And User Experience Designer
Campuslife
Mumbai
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Designed and prototyped the MVP of a student productivity app that helps students and professionals organize notes, receive teacher guidance, and create quick revision systems - bringing simplicity and structure to academic life.
- Focused on user experience, interface flow, and visual consistency from concept to testing.
Industrial Designer
Mondelez International
Mumbai
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Redesigned the VIC cooler for rural retail environments - a compact refrigeration unit for chocolate storage.
- The new design improved functionality, enhanced energy efficiency, and incorporated theft-resistant features, resulting in a smarter, more durable product for wide-scale deployment.
Furniture Designer
Reform Design Co.
Kota
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Worked on the design and development of custom furniture pieces for interior projects, focusing on aesthetics, functionality, and manufacturability in collaboration with the design and production teams.
Education
Bachelor's degree / B.DES. - Product Design
ISDI Parsons Mumbai
Mumbai, India05.2021
High school or equivalent - Science
Maa Bharti Sr. Sec. School
India05.2015
Skills
- CAD
- Design thinking
- Product prototyping
- Keyshot
- 3D animation
- New Product development
- Concept Development
- Industrial Design
- 3D visualization
- 3D Printing
- Product Manufacturing
- Research
- Market analysis
- Team leadership
- Aesthetic development
- Problem solving
- Creative brainstorming
- Product management
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/20/96
- Nationality: India
Residence Country
India
Preferred Job
Industrial Designer, Senior Industrial Designer, Product Designer, Designer.
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Native
Native
Timeline
Senior Industrial Designer
Auriquant Design Pvt. Ltd.
09.2024 - Current
Senior Product Designer
Caresmith
09.2023 - 08.2024
Product Designer
Quest Global
11.2022 - 09.2023
Freelance Product Designer
Freelance
07.2021 - 09.2022
Industrial Designer (Project-Based)
Red Wall Mediaworks
07.2020 - 08.2020
Industrial Designer
Praan, Inc.
06.2020 - 01.2021
User Interface And User Experience Designer
Campuslife
02.2020 - 05.2020
Industrial Designer
Mondelez International
06.2019 - 09.2019
Furniture Designer
Reform Design Co.
03.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor's degree / B.DES. - Product Design
ISDI Parsons Mumbai
High school or equivalent - Science
Maa Bharti Sr. Sec. School