Hobbes Engineering LLC
Robust and effective engineering solutions to complex problems
About the firm
Hobbes Engineering LLC is a mechanical engineering and machine design practice based in Bend, Oregon. The practice supports clients through all phases of product development and manufacturing. Working with SOLIDWORKS and other 3D CAD tools, it takes concepts from initial napkin sketches to fully engineered prototypes, with capabilities spanning machine design, custom metal fabrication, sheet metal design, hydraulics, controls, and commissioning. It serves mobile machinery, industrial equipment, infrastructure, and defense sectors with an emphasis on safe, functional systems and life safety considerations.
- Team
- Micro
- Firm type
- Mechanical Engineering · Automation & Controls
Credentials
Professional Engineer (Oregon) · Professional Engineer (Washington)
People
James SchroederOwner & Principal Engineer
Capabilities
Machine Design and 3D CAD
Service websiteConcept-to-manufacturing machine design and development using SOLIDWORKS and other 3D CAD tools.
- Machine Works
Custom machine works and mechanical systems development.
- Sheet Metal Design
Design of sheet metal parts and enclosures ready for manufacturing.
- Design for Fabrication
Developing components and assemblies optimized for custom metal fabrication.
Engineering Analysis and Calculations
Service websiteRigorous mechanical analysis and calculations to ensure systems are safe, functional, and compliant.
- Design Analysis
Analyzing specific conditions and operating environments to verify structural and mechanical integrity.
- Life Safety Calculations
Performing engineering calculations for critical components involving life safety considerations.
Hydraulics, Controls, and Commissioning
Service websiteIntegrating fluid power, electrical systems, and hands-on testing to bring machinery to life.
- Hydraulic Systems
Designing and integrating hydraulic power and control systems.
- Controls
Implementing electrical controls and system automation.
- Commissioning
On-site testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of engineered machinery.
Industries
Industrial · Manufacturing · Infrastructure · Defense
Projects
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