I am an experienced Industrial Designer specializing in mechanical design and product development. With over eight years in the industry, I have a passion for creating practical solutions for the automotive and manufacturing sectors. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and leading projects from conception to execution, ensuring functionality and cost-effectiveness. It’s incredibly fulfilling to see my designs come to life and make a real-world impact.

Marcos Leandro Picco

I am an experienced Industrial Designer specializing in mechanical design and product development. With over eight years in the industry, I have a passion for creating practical solutions for the automotive and manufacturing sectors. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and leading projects from conception to execution, ensuring functionality and cost-effectiveness. It’s incredibly fulfilling to see my designs come to life and make a real-world impact.

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I am an experienced Industrial Designer specializing in mechanical design and product development. With over eight years in the industry, I have a passion for creating practical solutions for the automotive and manufacturing sectors. I enjoy collaborating with diverse teams and leading projects from conception to execution, ensuring functionality and cost-effectiveness. It’s incredibly fulfilling to see my designs come to life and make a real-world impact.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Industrial Designer & Project Engineer at Balcami S.A.S.
November 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Designed full-scale food processing equipment, including a 55 kg meat mixer and an automatic breading machine (200 kg/h). Created a standardized design process with Gantt charts and time tracking tools. Reduced production time by 40% through layout redesign and supporting device development. Achieved 20% cost reduction in EM-60 breading machines by optimizing material usage. Developed technical documentation, user manuals, and BOMs.
Industrial Designer at G&A Soluciones Industriales
November 1, 2024 - November 13, 2025
Designed and developed industrial solutions for automotive clients such as Lighting and Magna. Led the design of 3 automatic headrest covering stations for Renault's new vehicle. Developed leak testing systems for Fiat Cronos headlights' quality control process. Implemented project tracking and technical file organization systems. Responsible for initial budgeting, purchasing, and direct client communication. Participated in technical meetings to define requirements and validate solutions.
Industrial Designer & Project Engineer at Balcami S.A.S.
November 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Designed full-scale food processing equipment such as a 55 kg meat mixer and an automatic breading machine with 200 kg/h capacity. Created standardized design processes using Gantt charts and time tracking. Achieved 40% reduction in production time via layout redesign and supporting devices. Optimized material usage for 20% cost reduction in EM-60 breading machines. Developed technical documentation, user manuals, and BOMs utilizing SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and other tools.
Industrial Designer at G&A Soluciones Industriales
November 1, 2024 - Present
Designed and developed industrial solutions for automotive clients including Lighting and Magna. Led the design of three automatic headrest covering stations for Renault’s new vehicle model. Developed leak testing systems to verify quality control of Fiat Cronos headlights. Implemented project tracking and organization of technical files, handling budgeting, purchasing, and direct client communication. Participated in technical meetings to define requirements and validate solutions.
Industrial Designer & Project Engineer at Balcami S.A.S.
November 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Designed full-scale food processing equipment such as a 55 kg meat mixer and a 200 kg/h automatic breading machine. Created a standardized design process with Gantt charts and time tracking tools. Achieved a 40% production time reduction through layout redesign and device support, and a 20% cost reduction in breading machine materials. Developed technical documentation, user manuals, and BOMs using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, KeyShot, CorelDRAW, and Microsoft Office.
Industrial Designer at G&A Soluciones Industriales
November 1, 2024 - Present
Designed and developed industrial solutions for automotive clients including Lighting and Magna. Led the design of three automatic headrest covering stations for Renault’s new vehicle and developed leak testing systems for Fiat Cronos headlights’ quality control. Implemented project tracking and technical organization systems, managed budgeting, purchasing, and client communication, and participated in technical meetings to define and validate solutions.
Mechanical Designer at G&A Industrial Solutions
November 1, 2023 - March 1, 2026
Design of industrial solutions for automotive clients such as Magna and Lighting. Management of 6 automated stations for Renault. Responsibilities included organization of technical files and project traceability, as well as initial budgets, purchasing, and technical client relations.
Industrial Designer at G&A Soluciones Industriales
November 1, 2023 - Present
Designed and developed industrial solutions for automotive clients such as Lighting and Magna. Led the design of 3 automatic headrest covering stations for Renault’s new vehicle. Developed leak testing systems for Fiat Cronos headlights’ quality control process. Implemented project tracking and technical file organization systems. Responsible for initial budgeting, purchasing, and direct client communication. Participated in technical meetings to define requirements and validate solutions.
Industrial Designer at Industrias J.E.D.
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Designed bumpers, cages, and guards for off-road vehicles. Specialized in sheet metal design using SolidWorks while maintaining vehicle aesthetics. Developed plastic injection parts following industrial design-for-manufacture standards.
Industrial Designer at Industrias J.E.D.
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2025
Focused on design of bumpers, cages, and guards for off-road vehicles with specialization in sheet metal design using SolidWorks while preserving vehicle aesthetics. Developed plastic injection parts meeting industrial design-for-manufacture standards.
Industrial Designer at Industrias J.E.D.
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2025
Designed bumpers, cages, and guards for off-road vehicles, specializing in sheet metal design using SolidWorks while maintaining vehicle aesthetics. Developed plastic injection parts conforming to industrial design-for-manufacture standards.
Industrial Designer and Project Manager at Balcami S.A.S.
September 1, 2021 - November 1, 2023
Comprehensive design of food processing machinery including the development of a 55 kg meat mixer and an automatic breaded cutlet line (200 kg/h). Achieved a 20% reduction in manufacturing costs through material optimization and standardization.
Industrial Designer & Project Engineer at Balcami S.A.S.
September 1, 2021 - November 1, 2023
Designed full-scale food processing equipment, including a 55 kg meat mixer and an automatic breading machine (200 kg/h). Created a standardized design process with Gantt charts and time tracking tools. Reduced production time by 40% through layout redesign and supporting device development. Achieved 20% cost reduction in EM-60 breading machines by optimizing material usage. Developed technical documentation, user manuals, and BOMs.
Industrial Designer at Industrias J.E.D. (Rhino 4x4)
September 1, 2018 - September 1, 2021
Designed bumpers, guards, and accessories for off-road vehicles while specializing in sheet metal design. Developed parts for plastic injection molding.
Industrial Designer at Industrias J.E.D.
September 1, 2018 - September 1, 2021
Designed bumpers, cages, and guards for off-road vehicles. Specialized in sheet metal design using SolidWorks while maintaining vehicle aesthetics. Developed plastic injection parts following industrial design-for-manufacture standards.
Print Operator at Gráfica N.G.M.
June 30, 2018 - June 30, 2018
Handled customer service, custom design, and full production workflow. Coordinated commercial printing and finishing processes.
Print Operator at Gráfica N.G.M.
June 30, 2018 - September 1, 2025
Provided customer service, custom design, and managed the full commercial printing and finishing workflow during a six-month tenure.
Print Operator at Gráfica N.G.M.
June 30, 2018 - September 1, 2025
Managed customer service, custom design, and full production workflow for commercial printing and finishing processes.
Freelance Designer at PIXOM
January 1, 2016 - Present
Product and prototype development for private and industrial clients. Specialized in solutions using 3D printing, laser cutting, and CAD modeling.
Freelance Designer at Remote
January 1, 2016 - November 13, 2025
Delivered 3D printing and product design projects for private clients and companies. Created functional prototypes using laser cutting, 3D printing, and parametric modeling. Taught introductory SolidWorks courses at “Patea el Tablero”.
Freelance Designer at Remote
January 1, 2016 - Present
Delivered 3D printing and product design projects for private clients and companies. Created functional prototypes using laser cutting, 3D printing, and parametric modeling. Also taught introductory SolidWorks courses.
Freelance Designer at Remote
January 1, 2016 - Present
Delivered 3D printing and product design projects for private clients and companies. Created functional prototypes using laser cutting, 3D printing, and parametric modeling. Provided introductory SolidWorks courses.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design at FAUD – National University of Córdoba
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design at FAUD – National University of Córdoba
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design at FAUD – National University of Córdoba
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design at FAUD, National University of Córdoba
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Industrial Design at Universidad Nacional de Córdoba
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026

Qualifications

Introduction to Pneumatics – Micro
January 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
UX Design Program – CoderHouse
January 1, 2022 - September 1, 2025
UX Design Course – DesignCore
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Design Thinking, Problem Solving, User-Centered Design – Platzi
January 1, 2020 - September 1, 2025
SolidWorks Intensive Course – Espacio Crespo
January 1, 2015 - September 1, 2025
Introduction to Pneumatics – Micro
January 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
UX Design Program – CoderHouse
January 1, 2022 - September 1, 2025
UX Design Course – DesignCore
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Design Thinking, Problem Solving, User-Centered Design – Platzi
January 1, 2020 - September 1, 2025
SolidWorks Intensive Course – Espacio Crespo
January 1, 2015 - September 1, 2025
Introduction to Pneumatics – Micro
January 1, 2025 - November 13, 2025
UX Design Program – CoderHouse
January 1, 2022 - November 13, 2025
UX Design Course – DesignCore
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Design Thinking, Problem Solving, User-Centered Design – Platzi
January 1, 2020 - November 13, 2025
SolidWorks Intensive Course – Espacio Crespo
January 1, 2015 - November 13, 2025
Introduction to Pneumatics – Micro
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
UX Design Program – CoderHouse
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
UX Design Course – DesignCore
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Design Thinking, Problem Solving, User-Centered Design – Platzi
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
SolidWorks Intensive Course – Espacio Crespo
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Transportation & Logistics, Other, Professional Services