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Igor Jorge Risovas

Sao Paulo

Summary

Driven engineer with a proven track record at General Motors do Brasil, enhancing product quality and efficiency through process improvement and rigorous testing. Skilled in AutoCAD and project management, adept at root cause analysis and fostering team collaboration. Achieved significant advancements in product validation, demonstrating a keen attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Homologation Engineer

Applus IDIADA
06.2022 - Current
  • Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
  • Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
  • Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
  • Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
  • Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components.
  • Improved client satisfaction with detailed progress reports and proactive communication during project execution phases.

Quality Engineer

Toyota Boschoku
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
  • Improved customer satisfaction levels with timely resolution of non-conformance issues and effective corrective actions.
  • Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
  • Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
  • Implemented process improvements based on Lean Six Sigma methodologies, resulting in reduced waste and increased efficiency.
  • Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and conducting thorough root cause analysis.
  • Reduced product return rates, conducting detailed root cause analyses to identify and rectify manufacturing defects.

Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer

Scania Latin America (SLA)
04.2017 - 03.2019
  • Aided suppliers in raw material selection strategies to encourage superior supply chain outcomes.
  • Conducted supplier audits to detect pre-production weaknesses in supply chain and human resource assets.
  • Analyzed issues with supplier contributions to detect defect trends, reporting findings to appropriate personnel.
  • Set up ongoing supplier site evaluation parameters to maintain quality control standards over long-term relationships.
  • Improved supplier quality performance by conducting audits and implementing corrective actions.
  • Mitigated risks associated with single-source suppliers by developing a strategy for diversifying the supply base.

Product Validation Engineer

General Motors Do Brasil
10.2014 - 08.2016
  • Provided expert technical guidance during customer audits of the company''s validation processes, instilling confidence in product quality and manufacturing capabilities.
  • Spearheaded efforts to incorporate new technologies into the validation process, enhancing capabilities for detecting subtle issues impacting performance or reliability.
  • Reduced product defects by conducting thorough testing and analysis of prototypes, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Worked closely with manufacturing personnel to address any production-related concerns affecting product integrity or functionality during the assembly process.

Continuos Improvement Engineer

General Motors Do Brasil
01.2008 - 10.2014
  • Conducted regular Gemba walks to observe work processes firsthand, resulting in real-time problem-solving opportunities.
  • Conducted value stream mapping activities to identify areas for potential optimization within the manufacturing process flow.
  • Improved product quality through the development of robust testing procedures and continuous monitoring processes.
  • Utilized statistical analysis tools such as control charts, Pareto charts, and fishbone diagrams to identify root causes of process variation and drive targeted improvements.
  • Collaborated with quality assurance teams to resolve product non-conformances, improving overall customer satisfaction rates.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Engineering

Instituto Mauá De Tecnologia
São Caetano Do Sul, Sao Paulo, Brazil
12.2012

Bachelor of Science - Automation And Control Engineering

Instituto Mauá De Tecnologia
São Caetano Do Sul, Sao Paulo, Brazil
12.2006

GED -

ETEC - Centro Paula Souza
São Caetano Do Sul, Sao Paulo, Brazil
12.2000

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Project Planning
  • Technical reporting
  • Engineering Documentation
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Quality Control
  • Process Improvement
  • Product Development
  • Problem-Solving
  • Computer Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team building
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking
  • AutoCAD
  • Decision-Making
  • 2D and 3D modeling

Languages

Portuguese
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Homologation Engineer

Applus IDIADA
06.2022 - Current

Quality Engineer

Toyota Boschoku
08.2021 - 06.2022

Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer

Scania Latin America (SLA)
04.2017 - 03.2019

Product Validation Engineer

General Motors Do Brasil
10.2014 - 08.2016

Continuos Improvement Engineer

General Motors Do Brasil
01.2008 - 10.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Engineering

Instituto Mauá De Tecnologia

Bachelor of Science - Automation And Control Engineering

Instituto Mauá De Tecnologia

GED -

ETEC - Centro Paula Souza
Igor Jorge Risovas