Business Details
Trusted Engineering and Product Design Services in Tempe, AZ
Spline Product Design is a full-service product development studio dedicated to transforming ideas into market-ready products. Our team of experienced designers and engineers specializes in consumer, industrial, defense, and medical product development, combining creative innovation with technical precision. We employ concurrent product development and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) methodologies to streamline processes, reduce costs, and accelerate time-to-market. With expertise in industrial design, mechanical and electrical engineering, and production management, we deliver tailored solutions that address complex challenges across diverse industries. Our commitment to quality is evident in every project phase, from concept generation and prototyping to manufacturing and logistics.By prioritizing user needs, ergonomic design, and advanced engineering techniques like FEA and GD&T, we ensure products meet both functional and aesthetic requirements. Our collaborative approach integrates design language development, material selection, and regulatory compliance to create innovative, manufacturable solutions. With decades of combined experience, our team leverages cutting-edge tools like Creo and SolidWorks to deliver reliable, scalable products. We maintain strong partnerships with manufacturing facilities and vendors to ensure seamless production and quality control. Our focus on continuous cost improvement and detailed documentation guarantees transparency and value throughout the development lifecycle.
Services
Industrial Design
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Prototyping
Production Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in cross-industry product development.
- Our team combines industrial design with mechanical and electrical engineering expertise.
- We implement concurrent development and DFM to reduce costs by 30%.
- Our engineers use advanced tools like Creo, SolidWorks, and GD&T standards.
- We maintain full transparency with detailed documentation at every project phase.
What people say
Technical expertise
Timely delivery
Innovative solutions
Strong communication
Quality documentation
Services
Industrial Design
Our industrial design services focus on user-centric product development, combining market research with ergonomic and aesthetic considerations. We create concept prototypes, high-resolution renderings, and CMF specifications to define product identity. By integrating human factors analysis and design language development, we ensure solutions that balance functionality with visual appeal for consumer and industrial applications.
Mechanical Engineering
We specialize in complex mechanical systems design, including injection molding, waterproof sealing, and electronics packaging. Our engineers use FEA for structural analysis and GD&T standards for precision manufacturing. Services cover material selection, tolerance analysis, and production-ready CAD modeling using Creo and SolidWorks to ensure manufacturability and cost efficiency.
Electrical Engineering
Our electrical engineering services span from concept to manufacturing for consumer electronics, medical devices, and industrial equipment. We provide schematic design, PCB layout, and regulatory compliance testing for EMI/EMC and ESD. Expertise includes sensor control systems, wireless communication, and power supply design to deliver reliable, market-compliant electronic solutions.
Prototyping
We offer rapid prototyping services using 3D printing, CNC machining, and sheet metal fabrication. Our functional models and appearance prototypes validate design concepts and manufacturing processes. From soft tooling to production-intent prototypes, we support iterative testing and refinement to ensure final product quality and performance.
Production Management
Our production management services include factory sourcing, vendor selection, and quality control implementation. We oversee tooling liaison, logistics, and continuous cost improvement initiatives. Detailed documentation and production line setup ensure smooth transition from prototyping to scalable manufacturing for medical, defense, and consumer product sectors.
People
Danny Reed
Partner, Mechanical Engineer
Danny leads mechanical engineering projects with 15+ years of experience in precision manufacturing and product development for medical and defense industries. His expertise includes GD&T and FEA analysis.
Rob Fulbright
Director of Industrial Design
Rob directs industrial design initiatives, specializing in user experience and product aesthetics. He has developed award-winning consumer products and medical devices using human factors analysis and prototyping.
Jamey Reed
Partner, Operations
Jamey manages operations and vendor relationships, ensuring efficient project execution. With 20+ years in product development, he oversees logistics, quality control, and cost optimization strategies.
Pete Swenson
Director of Electrical Engineering
Pete leads electronics design projects, specializing in medical device compliance and wireless systems. He has delivered EMI/EMC-certified solutions for industrial and consumer electronics markets.
Kyudo Lee
Industrial Designer
Kyudo focuses on concept development and 3D modeling, creating innovative product interfaces and ergonomic solutions. His work spans consumer electronics and defense applications with emphasis on user-centered design principles.
Questions
What industries does Spline Design serve?
We serve consumer products, industrial equipment, defense systems, and medical device sectors with end-to-end product development solutions.
What engineering tools do you use?
Our engineers use Creo, SolidWorks, GD&T standards, and FEA analysis tools for precision mechanical and electrical design.
How does DFM benefit product development?
Design for Manufacturability reduces production costs by 30% through optimized material selection, tolerance analysis, and process planning.
Do you handle regulatory compliance?
Yes, we ensure medical devices meet EMI/EMC, ESD, and life safety standards during electrical design and testing phases.
What prototyping methods are available?
We offer 3D printing, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, and soft tooling for functional and appearance prototypes.
How do you ensure manufacturing quality?
We implement quality control systems, vendor audits, and production line setup with detailed documentation for consistent manufacturing.
