Rui F.
CATIA V5 Mold Designer | Injection Molds | Automotive Plastic Parts | Tool Engineer
Vila Nova de Famalicão,
Portugal
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About
Throughout my career I have been involved in the full mold design cycle — from concept and 3D modeling in CATIA V5 to tooling validation and trial follow-up. I have worked closely with clients and production teams, bridging the gap between engineering requirements and manufacturing reality.
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Experience
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Tool Engineer
GEOCAD · Full-time
Mar 2023 –
Present
3 yrs 4 mos
Portugal
Provided specialized technical support for the development of injection molds for the automotive industry.
Identified and mitigated potential part and mold issues during the design and development phases.
Optimized manufacturing processes and performed technical validation of tooling, ensuring functionality and manufacturability.
Designed and developed 3D injection molds using CATIA V5. -
CAD design
Moldworld · Full-time
Dec 2014 –
Mar 2023
8 yrs 3 mos
Portugal
3D modelling and mold design using CATIA V5.
Process automation and tool development in CATIA V5 (CATScript/VBA).
Collaboration with production teams for technical project validation and manufacturing solution optimisation.
Provided technical support during mold trials and managed the technical interface with customers.
Planned and managed project schedules while coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
Monitored project progress and managed non-conformities, ensuring effective communication with customers.
Education
- ESAN_Aveiro Molds, Matrices and Devices design Technician, Eng. Mechanical, 5 2012 – 2014
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Joined: July 23, 2026
Last seen: July 24, 2026
Languages
Portuguese Native or bilingual proficiency
English Professional working proficiency
Location
Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal