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Smurfit WestrockSenior Mechanical Project Engineer
Aug. 2023 - Jan. 2025Três Barras, Santa Catarina, Brasil• Led a project to implement and improve the operation of recovery boilers, essential in a pulp and paper mill, based on CFD analysis.
✔️ Key results: 3% increase in steam production at 96 bar, equipment availability improvement from 93% to 95% annually, enhanced compliance with environmental regulations for COx and NOx emissions, and an estimated financial return of $500,000 in the first year. • Led a project to optimize the chemical recovery process by installing new equipment and utilizing the FEL (Front-End Loading) methodology for planning, monitoring, and schedule control.
✔️ Key results: conversion of 120 tons/month of waste into organic fertilizers, generating an estimated annual revenue of $300,000. Additionally, this equipment will enable a production increase of up to 6% in paper machines in the coming years. • Led a project to improve compressed air generation for the paper mill, a critical component in the production process.
✔️ Key results: 12% cost savings compared to the original budget, an investment payback period of 2.5 years, reduced carbon emissions, and increased system reliability. • Led multiple short-term projects, some executed during scheduled general outages, primarily focused on ensuring operational continuity and enhancing production efficiency. Defined technical requirements for equipment procurement, including specifications and sizing in compliance with industry standards. Supervised testing and commissioning to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
KlabinSenior Mechanical Project Engineer
Nov. 2021 - Aug. 2023Telêmaco Borba, Paraná, Brasil• Coordination and execution of a project to improve a steam collector, increasing energy efficiency in the medium-pressure system and mitigating the risk of critical failure.
✔️ Key results: 28% reduction in medium-pressure steam waste, leading to decreased biomass consumption and carbon emissions, with annual cost savings of $150,000. • Supervision of a multidisciplinary project for the modernization of automatic valves used for maneuver control in boilers.
✔️ Key results: The new system reduced the heating and cooling time of boilers, enhancing safety, increasing medium-pressure system availability, and generating cost savings of $1.3 million per year. • Development and implementation of paper reels conveyors to improve reliability and reduce operational costs in paper machine.
✔️ Key results: Elimination of paper machine downtime, increasing availability from 91.5% to 92.5% per year, with cost reduction of $250,000 per year. • Implementation of multiple fast-track projects following the PMBOK methodology, ensuring compliance with deadlines, costs, and quality standards. Optimization of layouts based on lean manufacturing principles. Definition of supply scopes for supplier negotiations. Supervision of testing and commissioning during major shutdowns. Highlights include projects focused on sustainable water use.
MCR GroupMechanical Design Engineer
Mar. 2018 - Aug. 2019Ireland• Mechanical design engineer for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical equipment in Ireland, the UK and Europe, using Solidworks for 3D modeling and AutoCAD. Scope definition with clients to establish technical requirements. Development of strategic plans, project schedules, resource allocation, and detailed technical documentation. • Evaluation of risk factors to implement effective risk management strategies. Definition and monitoring of KPIs to optimize manufacturing processes and ensure compliance with industry standards. • Oversight of production processes, team management, and budget control to enhance operational efficiency and meet project deadlines. Implementation of communication strategies to align stakeholders and ensure seamless project execution. ✔️ Key results:
- Implementation of standardized engineering workflows, achieving an 8% reduction in technical documentation preparation time and enhancing overall project efficiency. - Optimization of materials selection and manufacturing processes, resulting in a 13% decrease in average production time for components and a 5% cost reduction through improved quality and process consistency.
ToshibaMechanical Design Engineer
May. 2013 - May. 2017Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil• Led the development of high-voltage gas-insulated circuit breakers, managing projects worldwide while reporting directly to headquarters in Japan. Drove innovation and performance improvements for new product designs, contributing to enhanced product reliability and efficiency. • Spearheaded cost reduction initiatives across design, manufacturing, and procurement, achieving 1.5% monthly savings on product portfolio. Optimized engineering processes, reducing production time by 9% and enhancing overall product value. • Managed a multidisciplinary, multinational team to execute complex technical projects. Led efforts in supplier development, sourcing key partners that resulted in improvement in supply chain efficiency and a 1% (per month) reduction in material costs. ✔️ Key results:
- I led the team that introduced the first 550 kV high-voltage gas circuit breaker with dual interruption movement to the market, successfully approved as M2 class (the most severe) for mechanical endurance. - The success of cost reduction initiatives enabled increased market share in Brazil while enhancing profitability across the product portfolio.
Possobon Iubel Mechanical ProjectsEntrepreneur
Jan. 2008 - Mar. 2013Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil• Led innovative mechanical design projects, specializing in the development and manufacturing of devices and tools for the automotive industry. Delivered high-quality solutions to clients across Latin America and Europe. • Executed advanced engineering studies with technical reports, utilizing 3D modeling and CAD tools such as AutoCAD, Inventor, and SolidWorks to optimize design and manufacturing processes. • Managed a diverse portfolio of 40+ clients, from large enterprises to small businesses, ensuring successful partnerships. Provided strategic leadership in technical teams and oversaw company cash flow to drive sustainable growth. ✔️ Key results: Started and led a team of six engineers and technicians, focused on generating technical documentation for clients, with focus on creating and reviewing mechanical equipment drawings.
BoschMechanical Design Engineer
Mar. 2006 - Dec. 2007Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil• Responsible for the creation of specialized machines, tools, and systems for welding and assembly processes, focusing on improving efficiency and reducing operational failures. • Applied engineering methodologies such as Lean Line Design, lean manufacturing, and FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) to optimize production processes, reducing costs and enhancing quality and efficiency. • Created detailed technical drawings using Inventor, Microstation and AutoCAD, ensuring precision and compliance with design requirements, facilitating the manufacturing and implementation of proposed solutions.
TAIM WESERMechanical Design Engineer
Sep. 2003 - Mar. 2006Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil• Supported the mechanical design and engineering of conveyor systems and large-scale mechanical systems for bulk handling materials such as soybeans, corn, cement, ore, sugar, and limestone. Utilized SolidWorks and AutoCAD for 3D/solid modeling and 2D & 3D design, ensuring precision and efficiency in system development. • Led the development of detailed executive projects, translating general designs provided by teams in Spain and Argentina into comprehensive technical plans. Applied tolerances and GD&T principles to enhance accuracy and manufacturing feasibility while ensuring proper materials selection for optimal performance. • Contributed to the preparation of technical proposals and supervised the installation process, ensuring seamless implementation and operational efficiency. Focused on product development and optimization to improve equipment performance and reliability.
Elos Engenharia E ProjetosMechanical Draftsman
Nov. 2001 - Jul. 2003Curitiba, Paraná, BrazilMechanical Draftsman with expertise in Mechanical Design, specializing in LPG and natural gas piping systems, as well as the design of components and machinery for steel mills. Skilled in creating precise technical drawings and detailed plans to support engineering teams in the development of efficient and high-performance mechanical systems. Proficient in industry-standard design tools and committed to ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with engineering standards.
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