Rafael Galeano-Mechanical Design Engineer
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Experience
Mechanical Design Engineer
ATS Automation Tooling Systems GmbH
- Development and design of components and assemblies for automated machinery using SolidWorks 3D CAD
- Preparation of bills of materials, part, and assembly drawings
- Design with focus on manufacturing costs, quality, and project deadlines
- Technical coordination with internal departments and suppliers
Mechanical Design Engineer
PolyMerge
- Design and development of components and assemblies using 3D CAD software Solid Edge
- Preparation of bills of materials, assembly, and installation drawings
- Responsibility for functionality, cost efficiency, quality, and scheduling
- Technical coordination with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
CAD Training Program
Supply Chain Manager
ProGlove
- Coordinated procurement activities from design to start of production for new projects
- Main interface with suppliers, engineering, and quality departments
- Identified cost-saving opportunities and qualified suppliers
Supply Chain Expert
Lilium eAircraft GmbH
- Ensured supply chain readiness for R&D projects
- Internal coordination with engineering, quality, and production teams
- Managed purchase orders from RFQ to delivery
- Contributed to the development of internal processes
Project Buyer
MAN Truck & Bus SE
- Responsible buyer for truck component development project
- Negotiated contracts and modifications to parts and tools
- Cross-functional coordination of technical changes
- Ensured timeline adherence, especially regarding parts and tooling availability
Strategic Buyer
Yanmar Germany
- Managed projects for the development and procurement of construction equipment components
- Conducted technical and commercial negotiations with suppliers
- Supported development, testing, and series production of components
Career break to care for my father
Design Engineer
Siemens AG
- Developed and designed electric motors: created 3D models, 2D production drawings, and manufacturing bills of materials
- Coordinated new designs with suppliers and technologists
- Prepared documentation for new orders (3D models and shaft drawings)
- Implemented product cost reduction measures
Project Engineer
Mazda
- Coordinated development and series production of automotive components with local suppliers
- Monitored quality and improvement measures for serial parts
- Evaluated suppliers and contributed to supplier development
Industry experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing, Automotive, Construction, and Aerospace and Defense.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Product Development, Procurement, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Quality Assurance.
Skills
- Ms Office (Daily Use)
- Cad: Solidworks (Very Good), Solid Edge (Very Good), Catia V5 (Very Good)
- Proengineer/Creo (Good), Siemens Nx (Very Good)
- Plm/Pdm/Erp: Teamcenter (Very Good), Upchain (Very Good), Windchill (Good)
- Sap (Very Good), Proalpha (Good), Oracle (Good)
- Fem: Ansys (Good)
Languages
Education
University of Erlangen-Nuremberg
University Diploma in Industrial Engineering · Industrial Engineering · Erlangen, Germany
University of Bremen
Study Abroad Program · Mechanical Engineering · Bremen, Germany
Universidad Nacional de Colombia
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Colombia
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Profile
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Rafael is based in Munich, Germany.
Rafael speaks the following languages: Spanish (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate).
Rafael has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, Rafael has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 11 months. Note that Rafael may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Rafael would be well-suited for roles such as: Mechanical Design Engineer, CAD Training Program, Supply Chain Manager.
Rafael's most recent position is Mechanical Design Engineer at ATS Automation Tooling Systems GmbH.
In recent years, Rafael has worked for ATS Automation Tooling Systems GmbH, PolyMerge, ProGlove, and Lilium eAircraft GmbH.
Rafael is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Construction. Rafael also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense.
Rafael is most experienced in business areas like Procurement, Product Development, and Project Management. Rafael also has some experience in Supply Chain Management and Quality Assurance.
Rafael has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Aerospace and Defense.
Rafael has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management.
Rafael holds a Bachelor in Industrial Engineering from University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from University of Bremen and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from Universidad Nacional de Colombia.
The availability of Rafael needs to be confirmed.
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