Automotive industry and emerging mobility technologies
Alexa Villarreal Hernandez
Project Engineer Intern
Mexico City
Summary
Final-year Industrial Engineering student and Project Engineer Intern at PEFSA with experience in supply chain, operations, and manufacturing environments. Skilled in supplier negotiation, cost analysis, and cross-functional coordination to improve efficiency and project execution. International exposure through exchange studies in Madrid and participation in industry events such as CES and CANAME. Highly motivated to contribute to high-performance environments, with a strong interest in motorsport operations and continuous improvement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Project Engineer Intern
PEFSA
01.2026 - Current
- Managed quotations for corporate clients and government tenders, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and competitive pricing.
- Led supplier sourcing and evaluation processes, strengthening vendor relationships and improving negotiation outcomes.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams between sales and engineering to align technical specifications and project requirements.
- Analyzed project requirements and contributed to cost optimization and operational efficiency initiatives.
- Supported project planning and execution by ensuring alignment across stakeholders and timely delivery of key milestones.
Industrial Specialist
VLED De Mexico
01.2022 - 12.2025
- Supported manufacturing and industrial operations, improving production efficiency and workflow coordination.
- Participated in international industry events (CANAME, CES), gaining exposure to automotive, electromobility, and emerging technologies.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to support production planning and ensure alignment across operational processes.
- Identified and contributed to process improvement initiatives, enhancing efficiency and product quality in manufacturing environments.
- Developed strong understanding of supply chain dynamics, industrial operations, and technical product requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Universidad Anáhuac Mexico Norte
Mexico City, Mexico 05.2001 -
Skills
Supply Chain Management
Operations Management
Procurement & Supplier Negotiation
Project Management
Cost Analysis
Advanced Excel
Data Analysis
Process Improvement
Manufacturing Operations
Problem Solving
Communication Skills
Cross-functional Collaboration
Additional Information
US Passport (eligible to work internationally)
International experience through academic exchange in Madrid
Experience attending international industry events (CES, CANAME)
Interests
High-performance environments and continuous improvement
Software
Advanced Excel (Data Analysis, Modeling)
Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint)
Data Analysis Tools
Timeline
Project Engineer Intern
PEFSA
01.2026 - Current
Industrial Specialist
VLED De Mexico
01.2022 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Universidad Anáhuac Mexico Norte
05.2001 -