About
Experienced CAD technician skilled in 2D and 3D design for mechanical and architectural projects. Proficient in creating accurate technical drawings, assemblies, and prototypes using tools like AutoCAD and Fusion 360. Strong background in custom parts design, reverse engineering, and digital modeling for manufacturing and 3D printing. Delivered multiple client projects from concept to production. Education in mechanical design and continuous focus on precision and efficiency.
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Experience
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Freelance Designer (Metal Structures and Industrial Machinery)
Autonomous Work · Self-employed
Jan 2023 –
Present
2 yrs 10 mos
Leiria, Leiria District, Portugal
Development of various technical projects for metal structures and industrial equipment.
Experience in 3D modeling, creation of technical drawings, and component dimensioning.
Responsible for the planning, execution, and review of projects autonomously, with a focus on efficiency and functionality.
Informal collaboration with clients and technicians to adapt solutions to specific needs.
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Industrial Product and Equipment Designer
Cumsa Tech · Full-time
May 2018 –
Nov 2022
4 yrs 6 mos
Marinha Grande, Leiria District, Portugal
At Cumsa Tech, I was responsible for the study and development of product lines, applying DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly) principles to optimize production. I was actively involved in developing manufacturing tools and collaborated with internal and external teams on product creation and improvement. I conducted technical analyses of external projects to adapt them for internal production. My role also included CAM and ISO programming, developing 3D product libraries, and training colleagues in technical drawing and CNC machining. Additionally, I created Excel-based production support tools and resolved technical issues related to the products.
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CAD/CAM Technical Intern
Micronsense · Internship
Nov 2017 –
Dec 2017
1 mos
Leiria, Leiria District, Portugal
During my internship at Micronsense, I gained exposure to metrology equipment and performed reverse engineering tasks from STL meshes, applying my CAD/CAM knowledge in a technical and industrial environment.
Education
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Cenfim
Technical specialization (short course), 3D Printing Cycle – Laser Metal Powder Fusion, Aproved
2025 – 2025
Activities and Societies:
Hands-on LPBF lab sessions, collaborative design challenges, and technical discussions on additive manufacturing workflows.
The 3D Printing Cycle – Laser Metal Powder Fusion course covered LPBF (Laser Powder Bed Fusion) technology using titanium. It encompassed modeling in Fusion 360 and Blender, preparation in Autodesk Netfabb (meshes, supports, and orientation), and manual post-processing. The training covered the entire digital workflow, from design to final finishing.
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Cenfim
Technical specialization (short course), 3D Printing Cycle – Polymers (FDM Technology), Aproved
2023 – 2023
Activities and Societies:
Practical 3D printing labs, group print optimization projects, and technical discussions on polymer additive manufacturing.
The 3D Printing Cycle – Polymers (FDM) course covered additive manufacturing with PLA filament, from modeling to the final part. It utilized Fusion 360 for optimized design, Meshmixer for mesh adjustments, and PrusaSlicer for print configuration. Manual post-processing, including support removal and finishing, was also covered to ensure functionality and quality. The training provided practical mastery of the entire digital workflow for 3D printing with polymers.
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Mindform
Teaching/Training Certification, Pedagogical Training for Trainers, Aproved
2019 – 2019
Activities and Societies:
Micro-teaching sessions, group facilitation exercises, and collaborative training material development.
The acquisition of the Certificate of Pedagogical Competencies (CCP) provided solid training in the areas of planning, designing, and conducting training sessions. I developed skills in context analysis, program design, group facilitation, learning assessment, and diversity management.
Emphasis was also placed on the use of didactic and multimedia resources, as well as the use of collaborative digital platforms, promoting an effective, participatory pedagogical approach aligned with the challenges of current training.
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IEFP
Professional Training Program, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Aproved
2016 – 2018
Activities and Societies:
CNC simulation workshops, technical drawing labs, and collaborative mechanical design projects.
The CAD/CAM Technician training developed skills in technical drawing, modeling, simulation, and CNC programming, with a focus on industrial environments. Software such as Inventor, AutoCAD, and Mastercam was utilized, with practical application in mechanical projects. ISO and Heidenhain code simulation was performed using ITNC 530.
Additionally, PowerPoint was used for technical presentations, and digital catalogs (Meusburger, TraceParts) were employed for component selection. The training also included reinforcement of technical English, essential in a professional context.
Other experience
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Heavy Vehicle Operation and Site Logistics
Operated heavy vehicles and forestry machinery (Forwarder), with responsibility for on-site cargo coordination and material handling. Gained practical experience with industrial equipment and field logistics within the forestry sector.
Licenses & Certifications
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Certificado de Competências Pedagógicas
Instituto do Emprego e Formação Profissional
May 2019 –
Present