Design, mechanics, and the outdoors have always fueled my creativity. That blend of technical curiosity and hands-on exploration is the foundation of how I think, create, and solve.
I find joy in creating products that balance innovative engineering with timeless design—where simplicity elevates function, and beauty has a purpose.
DEREK BAKER
BIO
PRODUCT DESIGN ENGINEER WITH 10+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE BRIDGING INDUSTRIAL DESIGN AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TO DELIVER PURPOSEFUL, SCALABLE HARDWARE SYSTEMS.
Led cross-disciplinary teams to bring complex products from concept to production—most notably at Freight Farms, where I helped pioneer modular, tech-integrated farming systems that expanded access to local food around the world. Known for my hands-on approach, systems thinking, and ability to translate big ideas into field-ready solutions. I thrive in collaborative environments where design rigor, empathy, and impact go hand in hand.
Explore my Work
My portfolio at Freight Farms contains a collection of product, process, manufacturing and UX design. I most recently lead the team developing The Garden™. It represents my growth over 10 years of concept generation, prototyping, R&D and manufacturing.
