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Iván M.

Senior Mechanical Engineer | SolidWorks Expert | Tooling & Die Design Specialist

Celaya, Mexico

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16,887 / 137,102

Skill pts: 5

Budget Management Cimatron DFM Design Project Management Engineer Tool and Die Design

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About

I am a results-driven Mechanical Engineer with over 5 years of professional experience specializing in Design for Manufacturing (DFM), complex 3D modeling, and high-precision technical drafting. My engineering philosophy is simple: a great design must be functional, cost-effective, and 100% ready for the shop floor. Throughout my career, I have successfully led automated production line projects for tier-1 companies like Mabe, and designed high-precision progressive and tandem dies for metal stamping automotive components (including parts for the Chevrolet Silverado). My background in industrial automation and pneumatics allows me to understand the 'bigger picture' of any machinery or production system, ensuring seamless mechanical integration.

Experience

EOAT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIVARSA · Full-time Aug 2021 – Jul 2025 3 yrs 11 mos Qro., Mexico Role Description: Specialized in the mechanical and pneumatic design of End-of-Arm Tools (EOATs), offering hands-on support during assembly, testing, and installation. Delivered technical support to colleagues and clients, managed proposal meetings, and monitored material delivery. Key Achievement: Successfully expanded the company's international market reach by opening new business in Colombia through the consistent delivery of high-quality products and services.
DIE DESIGN ENGINEER FEG QUERETARO · Full-time Jun 2021 – Aug 2023 2 yrs 2 mos Santa Rosa Jáuregui, Qro., Mexico Role Description: Led the mechanical design of progressive and tandem dies for metal stamping, managed engineering changes, and provided essential support for tool maintenance. Handled materials tracking, coordinated with the machining department, and supervised the assembly and testing phases. Key Project: Developed a high-precision shear cutting tool for metal sheets capable of straight and scallop cuts, specifically used for the assembly of the Chevrolet Silverado rear door. Ensured structural stability, cutting precision, and blade alignment for burr-free results.
PROJECT LEAD ENGINEER SDIMSA · Full-time Mar 2021 – Apr 2022 1 yrs 1 mos Celaya, Gto., Mexico Role Description: Provided technical oversight for engineering projects from conception to completion, managing mechanical design, manufacturing drawings, and parts tracking. Supervised the assembly, testing, and commissioning of machinery directly at customer facilities. Key Project: Designed and implemented the final section of an automated production line for the white goods sector, specifically for Mabe. This involved automating the thermoforming process using a guillotine to remove scrap material and a pick-and-place tool to position components on a conveyor belt.

Education

INSTITUTO TECNOLOGICO DE CELAYA ingenieria mecanica, DIseño 2016 – 2020

Other experience

Technical Designer & Co-Owner - Custom Woodworking Manufacturing I apply mechanical engineering principles to structural wood design, custom furniture fabrication, and business operations. I manage the end-to-end manufacturing process, from generating precise CAD designs and optimizing Bills of Materials (BOM) based on regional commercial formats (such as 2.50m boards), to overseeing final assembly and finishing processes.

My engineering background allows me to tackle complex, hybrid-material projects that require strict tolerances. Key achievements include:

Modular Acoustic Cabin: Engineered and fabricated a hermetically sealed recording cabin (1.7m x 1.2m x 2.3m) utilizing Roto-lock assembly systems for quick, seamless installation and structural stability.

Structural Integration: Designed and implemented hybrid architectural elements, such as Teca wood handrails integrated with steel reinforcements for outdoor structural durability.

This hands-on manufacturing experience with materials like Teca, Encino, and Parota heavily reinforces my expertise in Design for Manufacturing (DFM), material behavior, and real-world assembly challenges.