Alan de Luz
R&D Product Technical Engineer
- Role
- R & d Project Engineer at Valeo
- Location
- Columbus, IN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Alan de Luz
Results-driven R&D Product Engineer with over 8 years of experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating efforts in automotive exterior lighting design for OEM/Tier 1 supplier. Specializing in external vehicle lighting systems, particularly headlamp assembly processes, I offer expertise in design and design guidance for various lighting components across multiple OEMs and Tier 1 manufacturers. With exposure to both manufacturing and assembly environments, I have successfully ramped up components for next-generation vehicles with a cost-efficient approach.My international experience working across North America, Europe, and Asia has equipped me with a deep understanding of diverse work cultures, enabling me to adapt, connect and collaborate effectively with design, technical, and operations teams to achieve common objectives. Proven ability to lead projects from concept to execution, drive innovation, and optimize manufacturing processes in fast-paced, high-stakes settings.
Experience
R & d Project Engineer
Jul 2022 — Present · Seymour, IN, US
Led product development for exterior lighting systems for high-volume assembly lines across multiple OEMs, with a current focus on Stellantis, ensuring compliance with ASPICE standards throughout the development lifecycle- Drove the commercialization of new products from the initial conceptualization stages, defining project timelines, quality standards, and technical requirements, while ensuring adherence to budget constraints and processes for improved efficiency and compliance- Acted as the primary customer interface and liaison, ensuring successful tooling kickoffs for multiple modules and components, while ensuring all customer and project requirements were met- Coordinated worldwide cross-functional teams (including CAD, Optics, HW, CAE Thermo/Mech/Rheo, and Prototyping) to define and achieve product specifications that met customer and market demands.
Education
Tecnológico de Monterrey
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechatronics Engineering
Université de Technologie de Troyes
Exchange program
2013 — 2013
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