Héctor Iván Avalos Tapia
Mexico City
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Innovation and Development Engineering and hands-on experience gained through academic projects for renowned companies. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, analytical thinking skills, a pursuit fo continuous learning and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success, and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges, advance organizational objectives, and surpass client expectations with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Challenge: Innovating the Retail Traditional Channel in Mexico
MIT LIFTLab/Tec De Monterrey
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Led a data collection and analysis university project that aimed to improve the economic situation as well as the survival rate of micro-businesses in Mexico and Latin America.
- My team’s project was selected by MIT LIFTLab researchers as one of the top in the country to be showcased in their annual event.
Oracle Challenge
Tec De Monterrey
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Collaborated in the development of a smart dashboard and an AI-based financial assistant for implementation in digital banking applications. The goal was to increase cross-selling of bank products/services and to personalize their offering for each bank customer.
Minsait Challenge
Tec De Monterrey
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Collaborated in the development of an internal digital platform for the firm's HR department aimed at improving employee training and project assignment.
Smurfit Kappa Challenge
Tec De Monterrey
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Led a project in which my team analyzed the production process at the Smurfit Kappa Los Reyes Plant for the development and delivery of a strategic plan to increase production and reduce waste.
FUCAM Challenge
Tec De Monterrey
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated on an AI and data driven project for Mexico’s main breast cancer NPO for the development of an innovative data architecture and a business chatbot, focusing on the integration of AI technologies to improve patient support and streamline appointment scheduling.
Lloyd's Electronics
Tec De Monterrey
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Collaborated on a project for Lloyd’s Electronics in which my team created a prototype for a smart bed complemented by a smart bedroom environment supported by AI.
Wemerang Challenge
Tec De Monterrey
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Led a project to create a digital prototype for the start-up Wemerang, aimed at increasing participation and expanding collaboration opportunities with NGOs and sponsoring companies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Innovation And Development Engineering
Tecnológico De Monterrey
06-2025
Exchange Program - Liberal Arts
Sophia University
01-2024
High School Diploma -
PrepaTec - International Baccalaureate (IB) Program
06-2021
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Inquisitiveness
- Avid Learner
- Adaptability
- Innovation
- Analytical Thinking
- Observant
- Attention to Detail
- Self-Discipline
- Communication
- Pattern Recognition
- Critical Thinking
Working Experience
AI Trainer (Contractor), 02/2025 - present day
Invisible Technologies
- Collaborate in the training of diverse AI Models by categorizing, filtering, and evaluating data.
LANGUAGES
Spanish: Native Language
English: C2 Level
TOEFL: 111 / 120
French: B1 Level
Japanese: Basic Level
Hobbies
- Bouldering
- Scale Model Building
- Reading: Non-Fiction, Philosophy, and Science Fiction
Timeline
Oracle Challenge
Tec De Monterrey
03.2025 - 06.2025
Minsait Challenge
Tec De Monterrey
05.2024 - 06.2024
FUCAM Challenge
Tec De Monterrey
11.2023 - 12.2023
Lloyd's Electronics
Tec De Monterrey
05.2023 - 06.2023
Smurfit Kappa Challenge
Tec De Monterrey
02.2023 - 05.2023
Challenge: Innovating the Retail Traditional Channel in Mexico
MIT LIFTLab/Tec De Monterrey
10.2022 - 02.2023
Wemerang Challenge
Tec De Monterrey
08.2022 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Innovation And Development Engineering
Tecnológico De Monterrey
Exchange Program - Liberal Arts
Sophia University
High School Diploma -
PrepaTec - International Baccalaureate (IB) Program
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