Today, we’re excited to sit down with Gregor, one of the key members of our design team. Gregor joined Freedom One Life on in 2022 as a Design Engineer and has a background in Product Design Engineering. He is also behind many of the components and design elements that make the Series 5 powerchair a standout product!
We caught up with him to dive into his role and learn more about what he does!
Q: Hi Gregor! Let’s start with the basics: tell us a bit about your background and what led you to this role?
Gregor: Sure! I have a degree in Product Design Engineering, which has really shaped my approach to design and innovation. Before joining Freedom One Life, I worked on various product design projects, but when I saw the opportunity to help create something that could truly make a difference in people’s lives, I knew I had to be part of it. It’s been an exciting journey so far, and I’ve enjoyed every moment working with such a talented team.
Q: What does an average day look like for you at Freedom One Life?
Gregor: It usually involves a mix of meetings with the team, sketching ideas, and working with SolidWorks. SolidWorks is a computer-aided design software that I use to create components for the Series 5 powerchair. I also spend time using 3D printing technology to prototype and test some of the ideas we’re working on. It’s a really diverse role, and I love how every day brings something new.
Outside of the design work, I spend time in the workshop inspecting parts and testing the chair. I love seeing everything come together in person, so I often take the chair for a drive myself to get a real feel for the performance. I also collaborate a lot with other team members like Scott, our technical director, bouncing ideas around and problem-solving together.
Q: What’s your favourite part of the job?
Gregor: I love seeing the components I’ve designed being implemented onto the chair. It’s incredibly satisfying to watch something I’ve worked on come to life and contribute to the overall performance and design of the powerchair.
I’m really proud of designing a range of accessories that help improve our customers’ everyday lives. Whether it’s a small adjustment or a new feature, these accessories make the chair more adaptable to each user’s needs, and that’s something I take a lot of pride in.
Q: Thanks for sharing all of that, Gregor! Before we wrap up, is there anything else you’d like to share?
Gregor: I’m just really grateful to be part of a team that’s so focused on improving lives. Every day is a new challenge, but knowing that what we create can truly make a difference is incredibly rewarding. I’m excited for all the new projects we’ve got coming up, and I can’t wait to share them with everyone.
To hear Gregor’s full interview, and find out more about his role, be sure to check out the video Q&A below! Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes interviews with the rest of the team.
