Gerardo Antonio Urteaga Rodríguez

Senior Design Engineer at Volvo Cars

Began in the Templates team, developing key interface surfaces between multiple commodities. Led cross-functional meetings to align and resolve design conflicts across teams. Promoted to Technical Leader for Front Door design, supervising a team of engineers. Responsible for complete design and development of the front door inner panel using CATIA V5 and TeamCenter. Led cross-functional meetings to ensure design compliance with all requirements. Collaborated globally with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers for high-quality deliveries. Supported design reviews and validated CAD models for release.

Design Engineer at China Europe Vehicle Technology (CEVT)

Designed and developed body components and closures for new vehicle programs. Created CAD models compliant with manufacturing and quality standards. Collaborated with cross-functional teams in China and Europe. Participated in virtual validation and DMU processes to ensure correct fit and function.

Design Engineer at Ford Motor Company Mexico

Trained and developed new hires as lead trainer for Body Components and Structures (BCAS). Ensured part availability and data quality in TeamCenter. Created and released CAD models and 2D drawings compliant with PMI, GD&T;, and FECDS standards. Colaborated with CDV, Manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve BoM and structural issues. Led and contributed to major programs: Explorer 2018, Edge 2020, Expedition 2017, Lincoln MKZ 2017, Fusion 2017, Focus 2019, X430 New Project.

Design Engineer Trainee at Ford Motor Company Mexico

Supported C-Max 2017 Liftgate project design and documentation activities.

Design and Quality Engineer at AESSEAL Mexico

Designed and manufactured special mechanical seals for various pump systems. Created assembly and layout drawings in Solid Edge. Supervised machining and conducted quality inspections. Managed inventory and assembly processes.