Rai Fernandes

• Lead development engineer for front bumpers system, aerodynamic shields and heat protection shields, for hybrid vehicles application. • Designed, tested and evaluated mechanical components according to functional, technical and performance requirements. • Assisted CAD & CAE teams from design conception until product validation. • Analysed new available materials and technologies for use suitability

• Led manufacturing process alignment between body engineering and assembly line. • Coordinated prototype vehicle build events and test plans. • Reviewed project costs, budgets and adherence to schedules. • Coordinated cross functional activities between body exterior team and other teams from product development.

• Collaborated with design and testing engineers to resolve product and process issues. • Preparation of top-down reports to guide the engineering team through the program deliverables. • Assisted the resolution of manufacturing Digital Pre-Assembly (DPA) issues, reporting weekly to senior management.

Specialization in Injection Molding