Joaquín Guzmán Lagos

Industrial Engineer with 4+ years of experience developing advanced multiparadigm simulation models for mining, logistics, and industrial operations. Proven expertise in AnyLogic, Python, and data visualization tools to support operational optimization, value engineering, and strategic decision-making. Experienced in building high-fidelity value chain models combining discrete-event, agent-based, system dynamics, and analytics-driven insights.

Enthusiastic about integrating AI technologies and intelligent agents into simulation development and business problem structuring.

AI & Advanced Analytics Lead - Noorjax Consulting

(2026-01)

• Led a team in replicating the Group Model Building (GMB) process for System Dynamics through AI-assisted workflows, streamlining problem structuring, data preparation, and model documentation.
• Integrated LLM-driven decision-making logic and AI agents into AnyLogic simulation models using Claude API and REST APIs, enabling comparative modelling analysis and tool recommendations aligned with business requirements.
• Framed and developed simulation models using AI-assisted coding tools and agentic workflows, including Claude API and GitHub Copilot Pro.

Business Analyst - Noorjax Consulting

(2022-08 - 2025-12)

Selected Mining Simulation Projects

• Mariana Minerals (United States) – Mining Simulation Modelling: Developed multiparadigm simulation models in AnyLogic for underground mining operations, including dynamic path generation for mobile equipment, integrating high-fidelity 3D visualization using Nvidia Omniverse to support operational understanding.
• Built failure and maintenance simulation models incorporating both scheduled and unscheduled maintenances, modelling specialized repair workforce capacity to evaluate equipment downtime reduction scenarios.
• Designed geospatial leach pad simulation models to optimize copper recovery strategies through dynamic sequencing of dry and leach processes.
• Simulated mining logistics systems including excavators, haul trucks, crushers, and screening plants to evaluate production throughput and operational constraints.
• Rail & Logistics Simulation: Developed simulation logic for rail yard and logistics operations, including material flow coordination.
• Development of multiparadigm simulation models using AnyLogic, including discrete-event, agent-based, and system dynamics approaches, for projects across North America, Europe, Saudi Arabia, and South America.
• Design and delivery of advanced analytical reports for simulation results comparison using Power BI.
• Verification and validation of simulation models and results analysis using Python.
• Support for operational process improvements through scenario-based simulation analysis.
• Integration of AI into simulation models, including runtime chatbot assistants and AI agents to support model development phases.
• Collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders to translate simulation outputs into actionable insights and recommendations for operational decision-making.

Undergraduate Thesis Project - Noorjax Consulting

(2022-03 - 2022-08)

Development of a Comprehensive Online Curriculum in Applied Simulation Software

• Over eight hundred minutes of simulation lectures using FlexSim, Simio, and Simudyne.
• Over one hundred minutes of training in complementary software, including AnyLogistix and Blender.

Internship - Noorjax Consulting

(2022-01 - 2022-03)

• Development and support of multiparadigm simulation models.
• Data analysis and reporting for simulation model validation.
• Content creation for the company blog and YouTube channel.

Systems Analyst – Family Health Medical Centre - Norvital Ltda.

(2021-01 - 2025-12)

• Implementation of a system for patient registration and financial performance indicators.
• Automated financial spreadsheet workflows for monthly professional payments using Python, reducing processing time by 95% (from 40 hours to 2 hours).

Planning and Production Consultant - DC IronWorks SpA

(2021-01 - 2021-12)

• Planning, design, and implementation of a production line for mineral sample boxes ("core boxes") for client Boart Longyear.

Simulation Teaching Assistant & Coordinator - Universidad Católica del Norte – School of Engineering

(2021-01 - 2021-12)

Applied Statistics Teaching Assistant - Universidad Católica del Norte – School of Engineering

(2019-01 - 2021-12)

Calculus III Teaching Assistant - Universidad Católica del Norte – School of Engineering

(2019-01 - 2019-12)

Industrial Engineering - Engineering - Universidad Católica del Norte