The mark we leave
Every product tells a story.
It’s a story of problems solved, materials mastered, and the marks left by those who made it. Toolmark Studio is a design and engineering consultancy founded on the belief that the best products are born from a deep understanding of the "how" as much as the "what."
Our decades of experience in Industrial Design, Engineering, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) guarantee that your original vision remains uncompromised from the initial sketch through to the final production line. By anticipating material and manufacturing constraints early, we eliminate the compromises that dilute a great idea, delivering delightful results that are as functional as they are beautiful.
In addition to designing products, our mission is to build designers. Through our specialized seminars and workshops, we equip the next generation of designers and engineers with the technical toolkit and practical wisdom needed to build with confidence and leave their own mark on the world.
tool·mark
[ˈto͞olˌmärk] : noun
1. A physical impression or pattern left by a tool on an object.
2. The tangible evidence of the person, machine, and process behind a product.
meet the team
jake salter
With over twenty years of experience bridging the gap between blue-sky concepts and the factory floor, Jake leads the creative and strategic direction of Toolmark. His background in mechanical engineering and new product development combined with his passion for training young professionals drives Toolmark’s mission to not only deliver world-class products, but equip the next generation with the skills to build them.
Director & Design Lead
josh leedle
At nearly three decades of experience translating deep user insights into patented, award-winning solutions across the medical, industrial, and consumer markets, Josh drives the human factors and front-end innovation at Toolmark. His rigorous background in industrial design, product management, and hands-on prototyping, ensures that every product meets complex manufacturing realities and delivers a seamlessly intuitive experience for the end user.
Principal Industrial Designer
mike DILLMAN
With over a decade of experience in product development and structural analysis, Michael leads the analytical and mechanical execution of Toolmark’s engineering. His expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), injection molding, and fabrication allows him to validate complex designs long before they reach the factory floor. By bridging the gap between advanced material science and practical manufacturing feasibility, Mike ensures that every Toolmark project is not only innovative and customer-focused but structurally optimized for the real world
Principal Engineer