Hector S.
Principle Quality Specialist - E E Test & Validation @BMW Group
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WORK HISTORY
Principle Quality Specialist - E E Test & Validation @BMW Group
I oversee validation procedures, executing tests on vehicles, scrutinizing for defects, and compiling detailed reports. My responsibilities extend to diagnosing issues that may impact customers and devising technical remedies. Specifically, I focus on testing the functionality of vehicles, particularly concerning software, programming intricacies, and any technical or electronic malfunctions. This entails conducting both static and dynamic functional tests on pre-production vehicles, assessing electrical systems and ECUs, and evaluating new software integration across various components such as body domain controllers, exterior and interior lighting, gateway systems, HVAC, seating, sunroofs, convertible roofs, and low voltage power management systems.In addition to executing tests, I provide technical guidance to both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring ongoing enhancements within my realm of expertise. Furthermore, I contribute to process and production planning efforts by analyzing product and procedural issues, utilizing specialized analytical tools.As the coordinator of the Body Electronics team, I take on a leadership role, offering mentorship to new team members on processes and technical intricacies, fostering their development within the organization.
EDUCATION
Tecnológico de Monterrey
Master of business administration - MBA
Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí
Ingeniero en Electrónica, Ingeniería eléctrica, electrónica y de comunicaciones
Universidad Católica de Ávila
Master in Industrial Automation, Electrical, electronic and comunications Engineering
ABOUT HECTOR S.
Electronics Engineer with over 15 years of experience in the automotive industry, specialising in vehicle electrical and electronic (HV & LV) systems, validation, regulatory compliance and manufacturing support.I currently work at BMW Oxford as a Principal Specialist, acting as a technical authority for electrical validation, ensuring system reliability, safety and quality across the full vehicle development and production lifecycle.I have technically led multidisciplinary teams in Mexico and the UK, working closely with engineering, production, quality and suppliers to enable early fault detection, resolve plant issues and support robust system release. My experience includes HV & LV electrical architecture, test fleet management, vehicle network analysis (CAN, LIN, FlexRay) and coordination of hardware and software changes.I hold an MBA and a Master’s degree in Industrial Automation, allowing me to combine technical leadership, decision-making and continuous improvement with a strong engineering foundation. I am motivated by ownership, developing people and delivering practical solutions in demanding manufacturing environments. Based in Oxford, UK | Open to technical leadership and engineering management roles within automotive and special vehicle sectors.
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