Giampaolo S.

Experience

• GEOMETRIC VALIDATION ENGINEER JAGUAR LAND ROVER · Full-time Nov 2022 – Present 3 yrs 9 mos Warwick, UK -
  Validated alignment between engineering data and production A-Class surfaces (interior and exterior) prior to tooling kick-off.
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  Supervised the DERA (Design Engineering Release Authorization) process for Range Rover programmes, minimising tooling modification costs after P-Release. Ensured design intent accuracy through evidence-based assessments to Module Leaders and Lead Engineers before tooling initiation.
• PROTOTYPE E-MACHINE ASSEMBLY LEAD ENGINEER Ferrari · Full-time Jan 2022 – Dec 2022 11 mos Maranello, Province of Modena, Italy Led prototype electric machine assembly, ensuring dimensional accuracy, process stability and compliance with engineering specifications.
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  Diagnosed and resolved assembly, tooling and instrumentation issues to maintain stable build conditions and minimise downtime.
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  Authored and updated technical assembly procedures, improving repeatability and reducing build variability.
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  Applied Lean methods to optimise assembly flow and support rapid prototype turnaround.
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  Provided technical guidance and training to laboratory teams for complex assembly operations.
• MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER Maserati · Full-time May 2018 – Oct 2020 2 yrs 5 mos Modena, Province of Modena, Italy Engineered metallic and plastic components for engine-to-vehicle integration.
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  Developed A-Class plastic components for the engine bay, including DFMEA, virtual checks and packaging assessments.
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  Designed the dry sump oil tank for the Maserati MC20, covering packaging, manufacturability and system interfaces. Supported component-level and vehicle-level verification and validation activities.
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  Contributed to virtual verification workflows with CFD, simulation and packaging teams.
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  Coordinated prototype builds and implemented design updates during testing.
• MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER Electrolux · Full-time Dec 2009 – May 2018 8 yrs 5 mos Curitiba, State of Paraná, Brazil -
  Engineered complex mechanical assemblies, supporting cross-functional project teams in a fast-paced product environment.
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  Produced 3D CAD models and 2D drawings for metallic and plastic components, aligned with engineering standards and manufacturing constraints.
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  Coordinated prototype builds, ensuring dimensional accuracy and alignment with design intent.
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  Managed component lifecycle, including design iterations, testing feedback and engineering change implementation. Collaborated with suppliers on feasibility, manufacturing processes and quality requirements.