Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Vision, Engineered - Custom Product Development
Founded in 2004 by engineers for engineers, 219 Design has established itself as a leader in interdisciplinary product development. Our team combines mechanical, electrical, and software engineering expertise to deliver innovative solutions for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. With a build-test-iterate philosophy, we specialize in transforming complex challenges into market-ready products across medical, consumer electronics, and transportation sectors. Our proven track record includes 20 years of successful collaborations with industry leaders like DuPont, Google, and Lawrence Livermore National Labs.We maintain a low-friction engagement process with dedicated points of contact, ensuring seamless project navigation from concept to commercialization. Our commitment to technical excellence is demonstrated through 15 consecutive years of embedded systems lectures at Stanford and over 100 successfully completed projects spanning surgical robotics, wearable technology, and industrial automation.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Software/Firmware Engineering
Technical Project Management
Product Development
Embedded Systems
Medical Device Design
Consumer Electronics
Industrial Automation
Wearable Technology
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer interdisciplinary engineering expertise across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines
- Our team has over 20 years of experience in product development
- We provide tailored solutions for medical, consumer electronics, and transportation industries
- Our proven track record includes partnerships with industry leaders like DuPont and Google
- We utilize a build-test-iterate process to ensure innovative and reliable products
What people say
Best in the business
Thrilled with results
Depth of knowledge
True project-partner
Outstanding job
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Our mechanical engineering team creates precision components for high-performance products. We specialize in complex mechanisms, enclosure design, and rapid prototyping. With expertise in design for manufacture and assembly, we deliver durable solutions for medical devices, consumer electronics, and industrial applications. Our engineers utilize simulation tools and cost optimization strategies to ensure reliable, production-ready designs.
Electrical Engineering
We develop custom analog and digital electronics for diverse applications. Our capabilities include sensor integration, embedded systems, and wireless communication solutions. From wearable allergy sensors to industrial control systems, we deliver robust electronic designs with expertise in PCB layout, power management, and RF integration for challenging environments.
Software Engineering
Our software team creates advanced solutions for modern hardware devices. We specialize in embedded systems, GUI development, and IoT connectivity. With expertise in safety-critical applications, we deliver reliable firmware for medical devices, consumer electronics, and industrial equipment using agile and test-driven development methodologies.
Technical Project Management
Led by experienced engineers, our project management ensures seamless execution from concept to commercialization. We provide requirements analysis, budget tracking, and interdisciplinary coordination. Our process adapts to project needs while maintaining clear communication and delivering solutions that meet technical and business objectives through proven development methodologies.
Embedded Systems
We develop complete embedded solutions combining mechanical, electrical, and software components. Our expertise includes sensor integration, real-time systems, and regulatory-compliant designs. From concept validation to production-ready systems, we deliver optimized embedded solutions for medical devices, consumer electronics, and industrial applications with a focus on reliability and performance.
People
Dan Santos
Partner and Co-founder
Co-founded 219 Design in 2004 after meeting at Stanford. Brings extensive engineering leadership experience to guide complex product development projects across multiple industries.
Dave Bim-Merle
Partner and Co-founder
Co-founder with deep technical expertise in mechanical engineering. Has led numerous product development initiatives since the company's inception in 2004, focusing on innovative mechanical solutions.
Miguel Piedrahita
Partner and Co-founder
Co-founder and engineering leader with 20 years of experience in technical project management. Specializes in guiding complex interdisciplinary projects from concept to commercialization.
Larry Miller
Partner and Co-founder
Co-founder with extensive experience in engineering solutions. Contributes technical leadership and strategic direction to the company's product development initiatives across various industries.
Philip Basmadjian
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Experienced mechanical engineer specializing in precision component design. Contributes technical expertise to complex mechanical systems for medical and industrial applications.
Questions
What engineering disciplines does 219 Design specialize in?
We specialize in mechanical, electrical, and software engineering disciplines, combining these capabilities to deliver comprehensive product development solutions.
What industries does 219 Design serve?
We serve medical device companies, consumer electronics firms, transportation technology providers, and industrial automation clients across our 20-year project history.
How does 219 Design approach complex engineering challenges?
We use a build-test-iterate methodology with interdisciplinary teams to solve complex challenges, focusing on de-risking early and delivering market-ready solutions.
What is 219 Design's experience with medical device development?
We have extensive medical device experience including surgical robotics, wearable allergen sensors, and laser eye surgery devices with FDA-regulated projects.
How does 219 Design collaborate with client teams?
We function as an extension of client teams with seamless integration, maintaining dedicated points of contact and real-time project tracking throughout development.
