Ulrik Pilegaard Email & Phone Number

San Francisco, CA, US

Pasadena, California, US

Designing robots with a focus on mechanical systems, including kinematics, structural design, and mass production of components such as plastics, gears, and sheet metal. Conducting reliability testing to ensure product durability and performance. Setting up production lines for efficient manufacturing processes. Responsible for the design and development.

Designed parts for the high-volume production of a 3D printer overseas, managing the process from initial concept and prototype development to testing, DFM (Design for Manufacturing) reviews, and implementation on the assembly line at the contract manufacturer.Optimized product packaging for shipping, including conducting in-house drop tests to ensure.

Led the mechanical design of a dual-axis heliostat, with a focus on reliability, ease of installation, and cost competitiveness. Managed external vendors, including gear consultants, from initial concept through mass production, as well as First Article Inspections (FAIs) and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs). Worked closely with Tier 1 suppliers to ensure.

US

Designed low-cost concentrated photovoltaic (HCPV) solutions for mass production in China, from concept through prototype to a hard-tooled version that became the first HCPV system to receive UL approval. Collaborated closely with the contract manufacturer to reduce costs and optimize assembly and installation processes. Focused primarily on developing the.

Oversaw the aesthetic design of all products and prototypes. Designed and built robotic prototypes for a leading robotics company, developing cutting-edge technology for OEM clients globally. Developed an energy-absorbing packaging solution to safely ship extremely fragile prototype models, facilitating new sales across continents. Created graphical.

Billund, DK

Led the design efforts for all new products, ensuring alignment with brand values and business goals. Oversaw mechanical design, aesthetic development, and graphic and industrial design, while contributing mechanical innovations to the LEGO Mindstorms product line. Supported the creation of marketing and branding materials to enhance brand consistency and.

Billund, DK

Led model development for the LEGO Mindstorms brand, playing a key role in coordinating efforts between designers and the electronics engineering team. Developed models for the LEGO Mindstorms Droid™ Developer Kit under license from Lucas Licensing, which achieved over 200,000 units in global sales at a $99 price point. Created the LEGO Constructopedia®.

Led LEGO Technic R&D projects at LEGO Futura, Boston office. Developed multiple play scenarios and concepts for LEGO Technic, utilizing advanced technologies from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), including The Media Lab and MIT Leg Lab, under the direction of Professor Mitch Resnick. Created all graphics for the LEGO International Annual.

Billund, DK

Managed multiple model series within the LEGO Technic product line, including the creation of models and play scenarios for global retail markets. Developed the Cyber Master models, featuring computer-controlled bricks and interactive play scenarios via wireless radio control from a computer to the model. Initiated several new product concepts for the.