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Campinas, Sp, Br

Itu, São Paulo, Brasil

• Led and developed the engineering team responsible for creating new refrigerators for major institutional clients, including Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Heineken, and Ambev, ensuring innovative and high-quality solutions.• Introduced an innovative mindset by implementing "Virtual Engineering" in product development, integrating CAE initiatives to correlate software simulations with physical performance tests.• Estabilished an agile and collaborative environment, developing a team focused on advanced technologies and off-the-shelf engineering solutions, accelerating time-tomarket and ensuring greater efficiency in product launches.• Led the EPM (Early Product Management) pillar focused on adopting WCM (World Class Manufacturing ) methodology to prevent rework and waste (time, costs), applying lessons learned in the concept and development phases of new products, ensuring high-quality launches with strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.• Directed a strategic design-to-cost project focusing on cost optimization and efficiency in product development cycles.• Applied Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) tools to ensure robust and innovative product designs, aligning development with client and market needs.𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐛𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝:• Achieved a significant reduction in refrigeration system development time, resulting in faster and more efficient launches.• Saved BRL 7.6 million in 2024 by leading the design-to-cost project, optimizing product development cycles and improving operational efficiency.• Built a high-performance team that accelerated time-to-market, positively impacting customer satisfaction and strategic customer relationships.

São Paulo Area, Brazil

• Planned and strategically developed engineering and business projects, ensuring the delivery of key milestones such as Capex, performance, deadlines, and quality while coordinating a team of 12 engineers in new vehicle projects.• Fostered a collaborative and strategic mindset in tactical decision-making aligned with corporate vision, reporting to regional and global leadership within a matrix management structure, promoting long-term relationships.• Led the launch of the New Tracker in 2020 in collaboration with GM China and the development of the New Spin, focusing on design and process optimization to maximize efficiency.𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐛𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝:• Saved USD 800K in Capex through design and process optimization.• Reduced USD 100K in material costs by applying virtual validations and eliminating the need for physical prototypes.• Recognized for five consecutive years (2017–2022) under General Motors' meritocracy program, exceeding expectations in performance and behavior, demonstrating consistent excellence and alignment with organizational goals.

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brasil

• Led design concepts, development, and industrialization of instrument panels for vehicles, specializing in injection-molded plastic parts, ensuring high quality and innovation in product development.• Served as lead engineer on strategic product development projects for prominent models, including Chevrolet Vectra 2005, Opel Astra 2007, Hummer H4 Concept 2008, Chevrolet Spin 2010, Chevrolet Colorado 2012, and the Global Emerging Market Platform 2015.• Conducted business trips and knowledge exchanges for international projects, with hands-on experience in global markets, including the USA, Germany, Belgium, Indonesia, and Thailand, contributing to a broad and multicultural perspective in product development.

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brasil

• Ensured the quality of purchased components and managed supplier quality indicators.• Conducted supplier quality process audits, developing preventive actions and quality maintenance plans.• Managed and analyzed supplier quality indicators, focusing on identifying improvement opportunities and reducing failures.• Coordinated continuous improvement campaigns, such as the "zero defects" program in supplier production processes.• Applied quality and process improvement tools, including Kaizen, PPM reduction, 5S, PDCA, 5 Whys, and Ishikawa Diagram.

Sorocaba, São Paulo, Brasil

• Performed technical calculations for automotive wheel and transmission bearings, ensuring precision in the performance and safety requirements.• Collaborated with engineering teams and suppliers to ensure technical alignment and compliance with automotive quality standards and specifications.• Contributed to implementing optimized solutions, ensuring component efficiency in vehicle projects.

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brasil

• Provided technical support to dealerships, offering agile and effective solutions to address field complaints and product issues.• Developed protocols for failure analysis and resolution, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with brand quality standards.• Provided strategic technical support to optimize after-sales processes, strengthening relationships with dealerships and ensuring excellence in customer service and retention.

Diadema, São Paulo, Brasil

• Analyzed and diagnosed mechanical failures, proposing solutions to optimize performance.• Monitored quality tests on components, ensuring compliance with technical specifications.

Engenheiro, Engenharia Mecânica

Especialização, Gestão E Tecnologia Em Projeto De Produto

Técnico Em Mecânica