FRANCISCO NARVAEZ
Tijuana
Summary
Project Engineer with 17+ years experience in electronics, medical devices, and consumables manufacturing. Skilled in needs assessment, option generation, and solution implementation with clients and stakeholders.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
SR. PRINCIPAL PROJECT ENGINEER
Cardinal Health
Remote
11.2017 - Current
- Identified and owned goals for multiple cross-functional teams to directly impact global manufacturing, automation initiatives, and corporate engineering strategies.
- Deployed fact-based strategies resulting in amplified business gains through holistic approach.
- Collaborated with stakeholders from diverse hierarchies to develop tailored tactics, in line with overall corporate vision.
- Provided technical advice and guidance to staff on complex operational issues.
- Oversaw budgeting processes and ensured financial resources were allocated appropriately.
SR. MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Hunter Industries
Tijuana
02.2017 - 11.2017
- Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining manufacturing methods, fabrication techniques, and process design.
- Ensured consistent product quality through the development of standard operating procedures.
- Spearheaded the development, evaluation, and enhancement of product manufacturing methods using lean manufacturing principles.
NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ENGINEER
Ossur
Tijuana
06.2015 - 02.2017
- Organized the creation of prototypes to establish proof of concept and gather initial input from customers, enhancing the design process.
- Led and executed continuous improvement measures that led to considerable cost savings throughout the product development cycle.
- Ensured on-time delivery of milestones through meticulous planning and execution of project tasks.
MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Medtronic
Tijuana
03.2012 - 06.2015
- Created essential technical documents like standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings for manufacturing support.
- Increased manufacturing efficiency by optimizing production processes through the implementation of lean methodologies.
- Developed innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Identified and implemented cost-saving measures to reduce material waste during the production process.
- Conducted root cause analysis on defective products, resulting in manufacturing process enhancements.
FIELD DEFECT ENGINEER
Samsung Electronics
Tijuana
06.2007 - 03.2012
- Executed interpretations of findings for process and product improvement from field visits.
- Built and maintained robust client relationships by effectively communicating, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Provide stakeholders with clear understanding of project status and goals through presentation of technical findings.
Education
Certification 2909984 - Project Management
Project Management Institute
United States Of America12.2023
MBA - Administration Management
CETYS Universidad
Tijuana, México10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Electronics
Instituto Tecnológico De Culiacán
Culiacán, Sinaloa03.2008
Skills
- Strategic leadership
- Multitasking ability
- Team Collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Discipline
- Prioritization
- Program Management
- Project Budget Administration
Languages
- Spanish, Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
- English, Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hobbies and Interests
- Gardening
- Writing
- Laser engraving
Timeline
SR. PRINCIPAL PROJECT ENGINEER
Cardinal Health
11.2017 - Current
SR. MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Hunter Industries
02.2017 - 11.2017
NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ENGINEER
Ossur
06.2015 - 02.2017
MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Medtronic
03.2012 - 06.2015
FIELD DEFECT ENGINEER
Samsung Electronics
06.2007 - 03.2012
Certification 2909984 - Project Management
Project Management Institute
MBA - Administration Management
CETYS Universidad
Bachelor of Science - Electronics
Instituto Tecnológico De Culiacán
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