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Luciano M.

Mechanical Designer

Santo André, Brazil

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34,562 / 150,026

Skill pts: 5

2D to 3D CAD Conversion CATIA V5 Design Engineer Progressive Dies SoldWorks

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About

Senior Mechanical CAD Specialist | 25+ Years in Tooling & Sheet Metal StampingWith over 25 years of hands-on experience in toolmaking and mechanical design, I specialize in transforming complex engineering ideas into precise, manufacturing-ready 3D CAD models and technical drawings. My journey started in 1998 with precise 2D detailing in AutoCAD, evolving into advanced 3D parametric modeling, surface design, and assembly structures using CATIA V5 and SolidWorks.Core Services & Technical Capabilities:Tooling & Die Design: Progressive, transfer, and single-stage stamping dies for sheet metal components.3D Parametric & Surface Modeling: Specialized in CATIA V5 (Part Design, Generative Shape Design, Assembly) & SolidWorks.Production-Ready 2D Drafting: Complete manufacturing drawings, GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and Bill of Materials (BOM).2D-to-3D Conversion & CAD Automation: Digitizing legacy drawings/PDFs and developing custom VBA macros to streamline design workflows.Whether you need high-precision die design, rapid CAD drafting, or custom workflow automation, I deliver high-quality work with strict adherence to tolerances and deadlines. Let's bring your project to life—send me a message today!

Experience

Mechanical Designer GASPEC FERRAMENTARIA · Self-employed Dec 2017 – Jun 2026 8 yrs 6 mos Brazil Mechanical Designer & CAD Specialist

Responsible for the design, modeling, and technical detailing of tooling and progressive stamping dies for metal components.

Key Responsibilities:

Developed 3D parametric models and surface geometries for complex stamped parts using CATIA V5 and SolidWorks.

Designed progressive, transfer, and single-hit stamping dies, ensuring feasibility and manufacturing precision.

Produced production-ready 2D technical drawings (Drafting) with complete dimensional tolerances, GD&T, and Bill of Materials (BOM).

Converted legacy 2D drawings into fully editable 3D CAD assemblies.

Education

SENAI-SP-ALMIRANTE TAMANDARÉ Technical Degree, Mechanical Drafting & Tool Design 1996 – 1998

Other experience

Senior Mechanical Designer | Track Record (1998–2016) VALEN & MFCAD (2006–2016): Senior Mechanical Designer on a contract basis. Focused on 3D parametric modeling, progressive die design, and complex assembly drafting using CATIA V5 and SolidWorks.

C.J.F & WNIS (1999–2005): Tooling design, 2D-to-3D project conversion, and drafting for stamping dies, cutting/bending tools, and mechanical fixtures using AutoCAD and early 3D CAD tools.

HR & BREDA (1998–1999): Junior CAD Drafter and Intern. 2D technical drafting, geometric dimensioning (GD&T), Bill of Materials (BOM), and direct integration with shop floor machining.