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Gabriele R.

Industrial Engineer | Mechanical Designer | CAD | 3D Modeling | Plastic Parts | Packaging

Genoa, Italy

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4,641 / 127,275

Skill pts: 10

CAD Modeling FMCG packaging Industrial Design Innovation Management Plastic Part Design

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About

I am the Managing Director of Heket Packaging, an Italian custom structural packaging and engineering studio backed by a team of designers with more than 30 years of experience in the packaging industry, with projects developed for companies such as Alpla, Giflor, Alplast and Invat.

We specialize in structural packaging design, plastic components and product engineering, supporting companies in the development of products and industrial solutions from concept design to manufacturing and industrialization.

We develop 3D models, assemblies and technical drawings, and we design packaging and components for manufacturing, with experience in mechanical design, mold design, plastic injection molding, blow molding, special structures, industrial equipment and automated machines.

We are available for R&D projects, CAD modeling, product development and mechanical design. We can manage complete project development including technical specifications, engineering, prototyping and the design of production equipment, supporting the entire development process from product idea to industrial production.

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Experience

Managing Director Heket Packaging · Full-time Oct 2023 – Present 2 yrs 5 mos Italy I work in collaboration with a team of specialized engineers and designers, some of whom have more than 30 years of experience in mechanical design, plastic injection molding and industrial product development.
Circular Packaging Systems Panel Member PR3 · Full-time Aug 2021 – Present 4 yrs 7 mos Italy Sustainable Packaging Systems Panel Member focused on packaging innovation, reusable packaging system design, and circular packaging engineering. Contributing to the development of reusable packaging systems, circular economy models, and sustainable packaging supply chains, with a focus on packaging system design, reuse logistics, lifecycle optimization, and environmental impact reduction through industrially scalable packaging solutions. The panel includes representatives from global brands and institutions such as Nestlé, Unilever, Avery Dennison, and Ahold Delhaize.
Industrial Engineer Ansaldo · Full-time Apr 2022 – Oct 2022 6 mos Italy Industrial Engineer at Ansaldo with experience in production processes, industrial layout, and manufacturing workflow optimization. Worked on process analysis, technical documentation, and coordination between engineering, suppliers, and production teams. Strong focus on product industrialization, logistics processes, cost and efficiency optimization, and continuous improvement in industrial environments.
CAD Designer GR Associated Engineering Studio · Full-time Aug 2021 – Feb 2022 6 mos Italy CAD Designer specialized in 2D and 3D technical drawings for mechanical components and industrial layouts. Experienced in creating detailed drawings, assemblies, and technical documentation using CAD software. Able to interpret technical specifications, collaborate with engineering teams, and support product development from concept to production.

Education

University of Genoa Master, Industrial Engineering 2022 – 2025
Georgetown University Master, Entrepreneurship and Innovation 2023 – 2024
University of Genoa Bachelor, Industrial Engineering 2019 – 2022

Other experience

Silicon Valley Study Tour Selected participant in a study tour in Silicon Valley focused on entrepreneurship, innovation ecosystems, startups, venture capital and technology-driven business models, including visits to technology companies, startups and innovation hubs such as Tesla, Apple, Google and Y Combinator.