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Daniel A.

R&D Engineer

Treviso, Italy

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105,045 / 117,210

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AutoCAD Blender Prototyping PTC Creo Parametric Solidworks

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About

I’m a Mechanical Engineer and R&D specialist with experience in designing, prototyping, and improving industrial machines and mechanical components. I’ve contributed to both corporate innovation and independent product development—bringing ideas from concept to functional, tested, and manufacturable solutions.

At Golfetto Sangati (GSI), I helped develop a new grain processing machine that achieved an 80% reduction in energy consumption, challenging conventional design standards. I worked across departments using Creo Parametric and SAP to manage part lifecycle, BOMs, and cross-functional alignment.

At Körber Technologies, I operated in the tobacco industry’s primary processing division. I validated machines, worked with international suppliers, and introduced a mechanical upgrade that led to a 90% reduction in production waste. I’ve also collaborated with a university professor on RF-assisted drying technology, reducing system footprint by 40%.

On the entrepreneurial side, I created DaniPerformance, a niche e-commerce brand for precision aftermarket motorcycle parts. I designed, prototyped, and produced custom components (e.g., tensioners, fan switches, sensor dongles), combining CAD, CNC production, and field testing.

My technical toolset includes:

CAD/3D design: Creo, SolidWorks, FreeCAD, Fusion 360 (basic), Inventor (basic), Blender (basic), AutoCAD 2D

Simulation & validation: FEM (academic), real-world testing, tolerance analysis

3D printing: FDM printers, G-code, PrusaSlicer, Cura, Simplify3D

Prototyping & manufacturing: CNC processes, manual machining, assembly

Programming/Automation: Python, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, PCB design (EasyEDA)

Measurement & lab testing: Calipers, micrometers, process stability testing, ATEX compliance

I combine solid design skills with a hands-on mindset. Whether you need support for industrial machinery, product improvement, or functional mechanical parts ready for production, I bring both technical depth and field experience.

Let’s build something that works—efficiently, reliably, and with purpose.

Experience

R&D Engineer Golfetto Sangati Industries · Full-time Aug 2024 – Present 1 yrs 4 mos Italy At Golfetto Sangati Industries, I worked in the R&D department developing next-generation grain processing machines. My main focus was mechanical design for manufacturability, energy efficiency, and long-term reliability.

I contributed to the creation of a new industrial machine that achieved an 80% reduction in energy consumption, significantly improving operational performance while challenging standard design conventions in the sector.

I used Creo Parametric and SAP to manage complex assemblies, BOMs, and the full part lifecycle—from early concepts to production-ready documentation.

My responsibilities included 3D modeling, tolerance analysis, prototype evaluation, and cross-functional collaboration with production, purchasing, and marketing teams. I also supported patent-oriented innovation and coordinated with the agency team to prepare technical content for LinkedIn campaigns.

I often applied AI-assisted tools to speed up documentation and early-stage design iterations, combining engineering knowledge with modern digital productivity approaches.
R&D Engineer Koerber · Full-time Sep 2022 – Aug 2024 1 yrs 11 mos Italy At Körber Technologies, I worked in the R&D team for primary tobacco processing equipment—an industry known for its tight regulations and high mechanical precision. I focused on the design, testing, and validation of complex industrial machines.

I led the implementation of a mechanical improvement that resulted in a 90% reduction in production scrap, improving maintainability and enabling routine servicing that was previously neglected due to system complexity.

My role included 3D modeling, lab-based validation, and cross-functional collaboration with suppliers and international clients. I participated in on-site installations abroad and coordinated compliance activities, including full ATEX certification support.

I also collaborated with a university research project focused on RF-assisted drying systems, helping reduce machine footprint by 40% while improving energy efficiency.

Throughout the role, I balanced design precision, safety compliance, and manufacturability, while leveraging AI tools to streamline documentation and reporting.
Product Engineer Ambro Racing · Freelance Jan 2020 – Aug 2021 1 yrs 7 mos Italy At Ambro Racing, I led the full-cycle development of a high-performance water pump upgrade for KTM motorcycles. Starting from a market and technical feasibility analysis, I defined requirements and designed the component using 3D CAD tools.

I carried out cost estimation, design optimization, and prototyping via in-house 3D printing, followed by dimensional checks and iterative improvements. I also coordinated the CNC production of final prototypes through an external supplier and performed performance testing to validate functional gains over the OEM version.

The project combined engineering accuracy, performance tuning, and real-world testing, showing my ability to deliver precision components with a strong focus on functionality, durability, and manufacturability.

Education

University of Padova Engineer, Mechanal Engineering 2015 – 2022

Other experience

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