Khalil Gonzalez

Mechanical Engineer with hands on experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing and Technology Engineering Design, specializing in maintenance operations, coordination, and project execution. Proven ability to manage maintenance programs, troubleshoot complex systems, and lead root cause analysis to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

Engineer Technician - Viatris Pharmaceutical - Vega Baja, PR

• Executed preventive and corrective maintenance programs using CMMS, ensuring high equipment reliability and minimal downtime while maintaining audit-ready documentation.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, automation, HVAC, utilities) to troubleshoot equipment failures, lead root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Managed maintenance schedules and work orders end-to-end, prioritizing tasks, aligning resources, and mitigating risks to ensure adherence to operational and project timelines.
• Identified and implemented continuous improvement initiatives in maintenance strategies, enhancing equipment performance and process efficiency.
• Supported capital projects including equipment installations, upgrades, and process changes, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and regulatory requirements (cGMP, OSHA)
• Communicated maintenance and project updates to stakeholders, ensuring visibility, alignment, and effective execution of ongoing activities.

Repair Center - Hewlett Packard Enterprise - Aguadilla, PR

(2025-01 - 2025-06)

• Led the structural redesign of support arms for the PCBRM 5.2 machine to accommodate larger boards, expanding operational capacity and flexibility.
• Managed project planning, scheduling, and design milestones to ensure timely execution and alignment with engineering requirements.
• Conducted integrated mechanical and thermal analyses to validate material strength, dimensional compatibility, and system reliability under operating conditions.
• Coordinated with external suppliers (including Xometry) to obtain manufacturing quotes, manage costs, and ensure feasibility of design solutions.
• Performed design validation and testing to confirm performance under mechanical and thermal stress, ensuring readiness for implementation.

Restaurant Team Member - Chili's - Hatillo, PR

(2021 - 2026)

• Supported daily operations in a high volume, fast paced environment, ensuring efficient order flow, customer satisfaction, and adherence to service standards.
• Managed multiple priorities simultaneously, demonstrating strong time management, problem solving, and decision making skills under pressure.
• Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining cleanliness and operational standards.
• Communicated effectively with customers and team members to resolve issues quickly and enhance overall service efficiency.

Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical Engineering - Inter-American University of Puerto Rico at Bayamón