Ferreira Gilberto
Engineering Director - Seating and Global Cad Team @IMMI
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WORK HISTORY
Engineering Director - Seating and Global Cad Team @IMMI
IN, US
Direct and oversee multiple concurrent customer programs, ensuring achievement of cost, schedule, quality, and performance objectives from project inception through launch and production- Define and execute product roadmap and portfolio management, aligning product development priorities with customer needs, market trends, and business strategy across multiple programs- Own program execution across Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Quality, ensuring alignment with customer needs and internal business objectives- Act as primary customer interface for program activities, leading technical and program reviews focused on cost, timing, performance, and risk mitigation- Establish program milestones, monitor adherence to schedules, and proactively identify risks and opportunities, driving corrective actions through resource allocation and scope alignment- Ensure launch and manufacturing readiness, coordinating validation (DV/PV), supplier readiness, quality planning, and operational handoff to production- Lead and develop a global organization of ~40 team members, including managers, supervisors, and CAD Designers, supporting multiple programs across North America, Mexico, and China, holding teams accountable for commitments while maintaining high standards of delivery and execution.
EDUCATION
Facinter
Processos Gerenciais & Gestão de Pessoas, People and Process Management
SENAI -PR
Mechanical Technician, Technical on Mechanics
Seminario Batista Livre
Bachelor's degree, Theology/Theological Studies
University of the People
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
UTFPR
Mechanical Technology Associate, Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT FERREIRA GILBERTO
Director, Engineering and Program Management with 27+ years in Automotive, leading complex, multi‑project programs across North and South America, Europe and Asia. Proven track record of full program ownership — scope, cost, quality, timing and risk management — from inception through launch and production. Strong background in profitability management, change control, and operational readiness, with consistent success improving OI through proactive decision‑making. Recognized for customer leadership, disciplined program governance, and building high‑performance teams delivering results in fast‑paced, multi‑stakeholder environments. Permanent work authorization in the US, Brazil, and Mexico, culturally fluent and trilingual (English, Portuguese, Spanish), enabling effective leadership across cross‑border teams and customers.
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