Highlights:Successfully led the installation, commissioning, and start-up of a $10M digital printing line for the flooring industry, as well as overseeing the design, procurement, and integration of all secondary equipment. Directed phases 2 and 3 of a $135M company expansion in the United States, ensuring efficient execution and alignment with organizational growth objectives.

Skills:Project management, Installation and commissioning of machinery, Mechanical design, CAD, Solidworks, Project engineering, Department manager, Equipment procurement, Leadership, Team work

Goal:I aspire to further my international engineering career by contributing to the successful execution of companies' expansion plans through innovative solutions and strategic project management. Additionally, I am passionate about mentoring and guiding young engineers, sharing best practices to help them achieve exceptional results and drive organizational success

Engineering Manager 05/2022 - current
CFL Flooring, Adairsville, GA United States
Industry: Manufacturing
Engineering leader with expertise in managing large-scale facility expansions and cross-functional projects. Directed U.S. Engineering operations and oversaw $135M in CAPEX for multi-phase expansions, including facility design, construction, and equipment procurement. Skilled in project management (ClickUp), global team coordination, and KPI monitoring. Proficient in capacity planning, machinery installation, production optimization, cost control, and supplier negotiation, with a proven track record of delivering results to executive leadership.
Leadership and Budget Management: Managed the U.S. Engineering department with a $450,000 budget, reporting directly to the Global Manufacturing GM, co-CEOs, and president, while managing an $80M phase 2 and $55M phase 3 expansion plan. Project Coordination and Execution: Led cross-functional engineering teams in the U.S. and China, facilitating weekly meetings and using ClickUp for project tracking. Managed layout designs, construction of new facilities, procurement of critical utilities, and installation/start-up of new machinery to align with sales forecasts. Construction Oversight: Collaborated with general contractors and engineering teams to monitor progress, ensure adherence to timelines, and secure competitive quotations for key expansion elements, such as foundations, utilities, and workshop structures. Operational Efficiency and CAPEX Control: Developed master capacity files to track monthly production demand and capacity, highlighted shortages, and ensured CAPEX was managed effectively. Provided regular updates and strategic recommendations to the board on capital expenditures and engineering KPIs.--
Engineer Project Manager 10/2020 - 05/2022
CFL Flooring, Adairsville, GA United States
Industry: Manufacturing
Experienced engineering project manager with expertise in leading multi-million-dollar manufacturing projects. Directed the installation, commissioning, and start-up of six extrusion lines for a U.S. factory expansion, managing global coordination, contractors, and detailed project timelines. Oversaw €10M German Digital Printing line implementation, handling procurement of secondary equipment, infrastructure preparation, and FAT trials. Managed multiple engineering retrofits and system upgrades under €1M, ensuring ROI analysis and seamless integration with existing systems.
Leadership and Strategic Management: Reported directly to the Global Manufacturing GM, aligning projects with organizational goals and strategic objectives. Directed multi-million-dollar engineering projects, including the €10M German Digital Printing line, managing timelines, resources, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution. Project Planning and Execution: Oversaw the installation, commissioning, and start-up of six extrusion lines for the new U.S. factory (phase 1). Coordinated with global teams in China and the U.S., managed contractors, resolved unforeseen installation challenges, and prepared detailed project timelines for manufacturing, recruiting, training, and production ramp-up. Equipment Procurement and Infrastructure Preparation: Sourced and procured essential secondary equipment, including dust collectors, cooling towers, compressors, transformers, and switchboards. Prepared infrastructure for utilities and ensured alignment with project requirements and timelines. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Organized and executed trials and FATs at manufacturers’ facilities, liaising with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure project success. Delivered actionable insights and recommendations to top management, enabling informed decision-making. Small-Scale Projects and Retrofits: Managed multiple engineering projects under €1M, including the implementation of Excimer and Automatic QC systems. Conducted ROI calculations, designed retrofits for existing equipment, and ensured seamless integration of new systems.--
Project manager 07/2019 - 10/2020
Ningbo Canmag, Ningbo, Zhejiang China
Industry: Design and manufacturing
Mechanical Engineer in the R&D department, providing direct communication and on-site support for machine start-up and troubleshooting. Established successful partnerships with international suppliers, integrating their equipment into automatic machines. Led project management with a Fortune 500 customer, ensuring timely completion and satisfaction. Utilized SolidWorks and Opera for 3D designs and simulations, and designed magnetizing fixtures and systems. Oversaw equipment installation and conducted on-site training.
Provided direct communication with international customers and both remote and on-site assistance for machine start-up and troubleshooting as a Mechanical Engineer in the R&D department, reporting directly to the company's CEO and owner. Established successful partnerships with international suppliers to integrate their equipment into the automatic machines. Led project management and DFM follow-up with a Fortune 500 customer, ensuring project completion and satisfaction. Utilized SolidWorks and Opera to perform 3D designs, simulations, and experimentation on magnetizing coils. Designed and implemented magnetizing fi xtures and stations, including both automatic and semi-automatic systems. Oversaw the installation of equipment and conduct on-site training.--
Mechanical Design Engineer 06/2016 - 08/2018
Enprom Solutions, Girona, Girona Spain
Industry: Design and manufacturing
Designed diverse packaging machinery, including slitters, rewinders, and custom equipment. Collaborated with project managers on R&D projects, delivering detailed designs using SolidEdge for 3D modeling. Provided technical support during machine installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting, optimizing mechanical performance. Created precise 2D blueprints in AutoCAD, detailing tolerances, surface roughness, and material treatments. Prioritized component procurement to ensure project timelines were met.
• Engaged in the design of diverse packaging machinery, encompassing slitters, rewinders, coating and lamination lines, labeling and sleeve machines, and customized equipment. • Collaborated with project managers to execute R&D initiatives, ensuring the timely delivery of intricate designs utilizing SolidEdge for detailed 3D modeling. • Provided technical support to mechanics and electricians during machine installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting, optimizing mechanical performance. • Demonstrated profi ciency in creating precise 2D blueprints using AutoCAD, including numerical and geometrical tolerances, surface roughness, and material treatments, and prioritized component procurement to meet project timelines.--

University of Girona 09/2011 - 06/2015
Girona, Girona, Spain
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major:Industrial Engineering
Completed a 4-year Bachelor's degree covering various engineering sectors, including machinery (automation, robotics, turbines), production (plant management, automation, pharmaceutical, food), materials (metallurgy, composites, recycling), vehicles (production line design), safety and quality (workplace safety, quality assurance), energy (renewable energy, turbines), transport and logistics (warehouses, distribution), industrial management (project management, procurement), and industrial construction (steel structures, site management). Focused on R&D and medical applications.

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