Accomplished innovation professional with over 14 years of experience, currently serving as Platform and R&D Manager at SIT S.p.a., leading the R&D activities of the firm in the heating department.Proven experience in project management with solid organisational skills including attention to detail, multitasking skills, and effectively keeping control of costs and timing.Demonstrated history of working in the mechanical, electrical, and electronic manufacturing industry. Strong engineering professional skilled in CAD design, Finite Element Analysis, and Materials.Throughout my career, I patented more than 10 applications, mostly in the professional lighting space.Innovator by training: earned a PhD in Mechanical Design & Motorcycle Engineering, as well as an MS and BS in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Padova.