"I am driven by a passion for creating intricate and detailed products. I believe that each stage of the product development process holds significant value. However, I place particular emphasis on developing, creating, and producing products in the most efficient and cost-effective manner, all while striving to achieve the highest level of user satisfaction.
I possess a diverse set of competencies, both practical and theoretical. Below is a list outlining
where, when, and how I have acquired some of these skills.
Technical constructor position at a small startup, Xtrn. I was involved in all phases of various projects, including attending customer meetings, creating construction drawings in SolidWorks, and updating technical drawings for existing projects. Additionally, I contributed to the development of an in-house robotics project.
SolidWorks •
Technical drawings •
Product maturation •
Customer meetings •
Responsible for manufacturing custom-made furniture for high-profile clients, including NOMA, Malene Birger, and Geranium. Depending on the project, production drawings were provided to varying extents, requiring the cabinet maker to ensure quality and accuracy. Daily tasks involved close collaboration with colleagues to achieve optimal results. Additionally, I took on various roles in the workshop, such as safety representative and overseeing machinery maintenance, including liaising with suppliers and technicians. I also worked extensively on developing and producing prototypes, often taking the lead due to my dedication to delivering high-quality outcomes.
Contact to subcontractors •
Prototypes •
Manufacture of furniture and fixtures •
Safety representative •
Maintenance of machinery •
Design position at Bent Hansen ApS as part of the Master's program at Aalborg University. I was assigned to the development department, where I worked on the technical aspects of new furniture concepts. My responsibilities included collaborating with designers and creating SolidWorks models for a specific chair project. Additionally, I managed the development of a project for an institution in Aalborg, which involved coordinating with subcontractors. I was also in charge of the company's newly acquired 3D printer, handling maintenance, preparing print files in Cura, and ensuring the smooth execution of print jobs that often lasted up to six days.
• SolidWorks
• Furniture Construction
• Customer meetings
• 3D print
Student Assistant for the Hand Drawing Techniques Course (Assistant Teacher) at the Architecture and Design program, Aalborg University. My role involved guiding students in various drawing techniques, including perspective drawing, shadow and highlight techniques, and marker techniques. I provided instruction both individually and in group settings to support the students' development in these skills.
Feedback •
Drawing instructions •
Hand renditions •
At Brdr. Christensen Haner ApS, I was responsible for creating new models for the metal foundry and performing ongoing repairs on the company's extensive collection of models for pumps and taps used in the oil and water industries.
• Production of new models
• Repairing old models
Participated in the daily production of classic architect-designed furniture, including pieces by Ole Wanscher and Finn Juhl. Held a versatile "octopus" role, assisting various departments as needed, from cutting, gluing, sanding, and preparation to final quality control and packaging.
Production of classic furniture •
Quality control •
Packing •
CAD Coordinator
Chr. Juul Andersen A/S Aug. 2020 - Aug. 2023
At CJA, I was responsible for a significant portion of the technical aspects involved in the production of custom-made furniture. I collaborated closely with the foreman to review tasks and received drafts or initial concepts from architects or customers. I then translated these drafts into detailed production drawings, which were subsequently passed on to either our in-house production team or one of our external partners.
SolidWorks •
Technical drawings •
Construction •
Product maturation •
At Arth Engineering we are developing of a new unique 'Mobile routing robot' for professional workshops in the wood working industry - a router which is capable of making complex cutouts in wood sheet materials. The battery powered router with a weight of only 15kg, is capable of making cutouts larger than 2x2m, which accommodates most requirements in the industry.
• Business plans
• Find suppliers and prices
• SolidWorks
• Product development
• User surveys
• Customer contact
• Prototyping
At SP Modeller, I primarily built new models using wood or thermosetting plastics for metal foundries, the vacuum forming industry, and scale models for water and wind tunnel tests. As a wood patternmaker, I worked with very tight tolerances, often less than 0.2 mm, depending on the production method for which the model was
intended.
Development •
Production of new models •
Repairing old models •
Product Developer
As a Product Developer at Jarnes, I am responsible for designing innovative jewelry boxes and displays that meet the unique needs of our clients. My role encompasses a variety of tasks, including creating detailed prototypes and designing molds for the vacuum forming department, ensuring that each design is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. I actively engage in the entire development process, collaborating with cross-functional teams to explore new materials and techniques that enhance the quality and appeal of our products.
While our primary materials are cardboard and paper, I also have experience working with wood for specific boxes and displays, allowing us to offer a diverse range of options to our customers. My design process involves careful consideration of the end-user experience, ensuring that the packaging not only protects the jewelry but also enhances its presentation.
Once the customer approves their new concept, my skilled colleagues on the production line take over, ensuring a seamless transition from design to production. I take pride in my ability to communicate effectively with both customers and team members, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and innovation throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Product development
• Product Design
• Design for Manufacturing
• Prototyping
Fitness Instructor and Receptionist at Dansk Fitness in Præstø – Managed administrative tasks and provided fitness instruction, including creating personalized workout programs for gym members and offering guidance on exercises and equipment. Additionally, responsibilities included light cleaning and maintenance of the center's facilities and equipment.
• Customer contact
• Administration
• Maintenance and cleaning
Operated a one-man business, managing all aspects of daily operations, including customer relations, designing custom-made furniture based on client requirements, coordinating with subcontractors, and overseeing the production process for private clients and associations.
• Customer contact
• Design
• Development and production of furniture’s
• Accounting
• Contracts with customers and subcontractors
• Procurement of materials etc.
SP Modeller ApS & Techcollege Hamlet 1998 - 2002
Becoming a wood patternmaker required a four-year apprenticeship, which is no longer available in Denmark. As a wood patternmaker, my daily tasks involved developing and producing models for foundries, vacuum forming, visual models, and test models for ocean liners, among other applications. This is a high-precision industry, often requiring tolerances of less than 0.2mm. Depending on the specific industry, models are typically made from wood, after which a cast is created in thermosetting plastics
I chose to pursue my Bachelor’s degree at Aalborg University because it provides a pathway to an engineering degree. The Bachelor’s program in Architecture and Design at Aalborg University combines lectures in architecture and industrial design. Projects at Aalborg University are centered around real-world problems that students must solve in teams of 5-7 members. This structure enables students to collaborate in diverse teams and develop effective solutions to assigned challenges
I completed my Master’s Degree in Engineering with a specialization in Industrial Design from Aalborg University, ranked among the top five engineering universities in the world. This program focuses on product development, emphasizing how to design products with the end-user in mind, implement them within a production line, and successfully bring them to market. The curriculum prioritizes the entire business setup, from identifying initial user needs to developing the final business plan
Programs I use on a regular basis
Selected competences
A small selection of some of my drawings done with pens & marker
A render studie in 3D studio Max from Autodesk. The train is modeled in SolidWorks
A study in form, here I tried to imagine how a remote control for an Aston Martin would look like. First I analysed the lines of an Aston Martin DBS, then I did some rough sketches followed by some more detailed sketeches in Autodesk Sketchbook and some 1:1 modeles build in clay. When I had settled on a final form, I modeled the remote in SolidWorks, and made a small series of renders using the render engine inside SolidWorks
My son plays pokemon cards and he needed a new cardbox to carry his pokedex when he was attending tournaments. So I made a few sketches, modeled the box in SolidWorks and printed it on our 3d printer at home.
Approximately 50,000 people in Denmark has Rheumatoid arthritis, and for those people, small daily tasks such as opening a milk carton can be a huge struggle. I was part of a team of 5 members which made a new design proposal on how we can re-design the carton and eliminate these unnecessary challenges. We had a meeting with the dairy Thise, they found the new design very interesting, unfortunately the collaboration never succeeded.
Proposal for a small house for a botanist, it was part of 7 houses located near the harbour in Aalborg. One of the challenges was the limitation of 60 sqm which had to include living quarters and a small greenhouse. The house is modelled in SketchUp and rendered with Vray.
"Alexander er det mest ordentlige menneske jeg kender - både fagligt og personligt. Han gør alting 100%. Alexander er god til at tænke andeledes og innovativt, og ideerne er baseret på grundige overvejelser og erfaringer fra “den virkelige verden”. Alexander er god til at visualisere sine ideer med skitsering og modeller, og kan herigennem forbedre på sit design for hver iteration, hvilket i sidste ende giver en gennemtænkt og brugervenligt resultat."
”Jeg kender Alexander fra adskillige projekter fra vores fælles tid på Aalborg Universitet. Helt grundlæggende er det en fornøjelse at arbejde sammen med ham, da han er pålidelig og omhyggelig. Alexanders syn for detaljen er uovertruffen, og hans arbejde er konsekvent gennemarbejdet.
Det er desuden mit klare indtryk, at Alexanders tidligere arbejdserfaring tydeligt differentierer ham i hans evner til at løse teknisk komplekse problemer. Han besidder slet og ret en ballast, som ikke kan læres på universitetet, og som vi andre derfor ikke kan konkurrere med.
Hvis I værdsætter stærk faglighed, en behagelig personlighed og høj integritet, kan jeg kun anbefale at tage fat i Alexander.”
Alexander Frick
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