Minerva Valdez

Automotive leader with 10+ years of experience delivering vehicle program launches, supplier industrialization, and manufacturing readiness across global OEMs (Volvo, Stellantis, Daimler, Ford). Proven track record driving SOP execution, stabilizing production ramp-ups, and aligning global engineering with plant operations in Mexico.

Supplier Performance Management at Volvo Cars (2024 – Present)

• Led supplier performance and APQP/PPAP execution across multiple programs
• Coordinated global stakeholders ensuring alignment between engineering, sourcing, and manufacturing
• Mitigated critical supply risks during launch and ramp-up phases

Instrument Panel Senior Engineer at Stellantis (2021 – 2024)

• Led end-to-end development and industrialization of interior systems
• Ensured manufacturability and production readiness for vehicle launch
• Improved assembly efficiency through design and process optimization

Interior Engineer at Daimler (2017 – 2021)

• Managed localization of components from Germany to Mexico
• Supported trial builds, launch, and production ramp-up
• Coordinated cross-functional teams across manufacturing and supply chain

Crash & Safety Engineer at Ford Motor Company (2013 – 2017)

• Led DFMEA and safety validation activities
• Supported integration of safety-critical systems for production readiness

Master in Senior Management – Anáhuac University

Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering