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I’m Joana Abreu, an industrial designer with extensive experience in 3D modeling, prototyping, and production support across automotive and naval sectors. I thrive on turning concepts into tangible solutions, collaborating closely with engineering and innovation teams to optimize form, function, and manufacturability.
Over the years I have worked on automotive components, shipbuilding interiors, and production methods, employing tools like Creo, CATIA, and AVEVA to deliver robust, practical designs. I am passionate about continuous improvement, cross-disciplinary teamwork, and creating user-centered products that are easy to manufacture and maintain.
Experience Level
Language
Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Work Experience
Industrial Designer at Bontaz
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025Design and development of automotive components. 3D modeling, prototyping, and production support. Collaboration with engineering and product innovation teams.
CAD Designer at ZF Group
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Creation of 3D models and 2D drawings for automotive components. Collaboration with engineering, production, and internal/external supplier teams. Management of CAD/PLM data and technical documentation.
Process Methods & Production Support at BENETEAU PORTUGAL GROUP
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022Production support for the models Cap Camarat 9 and Cap Camarat WA 9. Process methods, logistics and continuous improvement.
Hull Designer at Ghenova
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Based on technical drawings, prepared and developed the work for production (Software NUPAS / AVEVA).
Administrative / Designer at New Academy
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019Management software. Marketing and design. Customer service.
Designer at VDN - IPPOKAMPOS
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Interior design and furniture design for the shipbuilding industry.
Designer at Searib's
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015Creation and development of boats and accessories.
Hull Designer at ENVC - Viana do Castelo Shipyard
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012Based on the ship's technical drawings, prepared and developed the work for production (Software NUPAS).
Education
Postgraduate degree in Furniture Design at ESEIG - School of Industrial Studies and Management
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Bachelor in Industrial Design at Hogeschool Antwerpen
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006Degree in Equipment Design at ESAD - School of Arts and Design, Porto
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007Qualifications
Cambridge English Language Assessment - Cambridge B2
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Initial Pedagogical Training for Trainers
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Autocad Training (ENVC)
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 20093D Studio Max Training (ESAD Porto)
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009Shipbuilding NUPAS/Nomenclature
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008Microsoft Excel Training (ENVC)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics, Education, Professional Services, Other
Experience Level
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