Luis Gerardo Suárez Cardone

Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in the development and validation of high-precision metallic components. My approach combines the rigor of advanced engineering analysis (CAE) with strategic project management under OEM standards. Expert in technical decision-making based on simulation and risk mitigation through quality methodologies and regulatory documentation.

With a solid track record in demanding industrial environments, I stand out for my ability to act as a key technical liaison between engineering, management, and the end customer, guaranteeing the feasibility and excellence of every project.

Product Engineer at NEKLAR (2023-01 – Present)

Technical leadership and engineering management of metal parts projects from concept development to validation phases.

• Technical leadership and engineering management of metal parts projects from concept development to validation phases.
• Mechanical, thermal and acoustic CAE simulations, including pre-processing, solving and post-processing using multiple CAE tools.
• Technical coordination with Project Managers and OEM customers to ensure technical feasibility and design compliance.
• Supervision and review of CAD designs, ensuring alignment with technical specifications and customer requirements.
• Analysis and validation of CAE results to support engineering and design decisions.
• Preparation and management of FMEA, Technical Deviation Lists, Validation Plans and Lessons Learned, including risk assessment and corrective actions.
• Concurrent management of multiple engineering projects.
• Definition and coordination of prototype phases, when applicable.
• Preparation of technical documentation and engineering reports according to internal standards and customer requirements.

Technical office Engineer at Grúas y Carrocerías, S. A. (2017-01 – 2023-12)

Structural stress analysis and design of cranes and equipment, CAD design and installation with commissioning and load testing.

• Structural stress analysis of cranes and its equipments.
• 3D design, detailing and assembly using CAD software.
• Installation, commissioning and load testing (FAT) of equipment on vessels, platforms and trucks.
• Workshop Supervisor, responsible for daily operations, task allocation and team coordination
• Management of technical documentation related to quality standards (ISO) and machinery certifications for the European market (CE marking).

Maintenance and Operations at Excelsior Gama Supermercados (2017-03 – 2017-08)

Preparation of operation manuals and commissioning procedures for food production equipment, and execution of preventive and corrective maintenance.

• Preparation of operation manuals and commissioning procedures for food production equipment.
• Execution of preventive and corrective maintenance on equipments and production devices.

Degree in Mechanical Engineering – Universidad Metropolitana (2012-01 – 2017-12)

Certificate in Autodesk Inventor – Instituto ARTS (2017-09 – 2017-09)

Certificate in Siemens NX Design – A y S Formación Personas y Tecnología (2019-09 – 2019-09)

Certificate in Introduction to Lean Manufacturing – Centro de estudios y ases. Met. (2019-09 – 2019-09)

Certificate in Finite Element analysis Siemens NX – A y S Formación Personas y Tecnología (2022-01 – 2022-01)

Certificate in Finite Element analysis Siemens NX – FORMACAD (2022-04 – 2022-04)

Specialist Certificate in Specialist in Finite Element Method Theory and Practical Application and Simulation – UNED (2025-05 – 2026-01)