Elio G.

Experience

• R&D Mechanical Designer Confidential · Part-time May 2024 – Present 1 yrs 9 mos Rosario, Santa Fe Province, Argentina As a Mechanical Designer within the R&D department of an industrial manufacturing company, I develop detailed CAD models and technical drawings for electrical harness assemblies and mechanical components using SolidWorks and Inventor.
  
  I lead quality improvement efforts by analyzing production errors, identifying design-related root causes, and implementing corrective actions. I also manage a tracking system that connects quality incidents to design revisions and process improvements.
  
  I regularly prepare performance reports and dashboards for senior management, highlighting progress in defect reduction and design reliability.
  
  My work contributes directly to more efficient production workflows, improved product quality, and stronger cross-functional collaboration between design and manufacturing teams.
  Skills:
  SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD
  
  MS Excel (Dashboards, Graphs)
  
  Quality Tracking & Continuous Improvement
  
  Technical Documentation / Production Drawings
  
  Root Cause Analysis / Corrective Actions
• Head of R&D – Mechanical Design & Manufacturing Engineering Confidential – Metalworking Tool Manufacturer · Full-time Feb 2009 – Nov 2023 14 yrs 9 mos Rosario, Santa Fe Province, Argentina Led the R&D department of a precision metalworking company specializing in the design and manufacturing of steel cutting tools (turning, milling, and CNC machining tools).
  
  Responsible for the full product development cycle — from concept and mechanical prototyping to production and client testing. Developed technical manufacturing procedures and optimized machining processes for high-precision steel components.
  
  Deep expertise in cutting mechanics, steel alloys, material hardness, and chip removal strategies.
  
  Coordinated cross-functional teams in design and production, ensuring smooth transitions from engineering to shop floor execution. Wrote detailed manufacturing procedures and supervised implementation across the plant.
  
  Delivered functional, durable tools tailored to specific industrial applications, ensuring high performance and client satisfaction.
  Skills:
  Precision Machining / Tool Design
  
  Mechanical Prototyping
  
  CNC Machining / Chip Removal Technology
  
  Steel Alloys & Heat Treatment
  
  SolidWorks / AutoCAD
  
  Technical Writing & Process Documentation
  
  Cross-functional Team Coordination
  
  Manufacturing Process Optimization