Mario Héctor Carreon Magallanes
Sr. ECAD Engineer
Juárez
Summary
Mechatronic Engineer with 17 years of experience in new PCB product development design and product industrialization for the automotive and aviation industries. Advanced PCB Designer with expertise in global design standards and related manufacturing processes. Specializes in leading multiple projects across global sites, focusing on new product introduction for manufacturing sites. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of design validation, product validation, failure analysis, manufacturing processes, system solutions, and DFSS. Strong advocate for simplification projects that drive cost reductions. Acts as a liaison between R&D and the manufacturing plant to ensure seamless collaboration. Proficient in PCB design tools such as Xpedition Enterprise 2.7, PADs Logic, PADs Layout, Hyperlynx (all sponsored by Mentor-Siemens), as well as PCB data management tools like EDM design and EDM Library by Mentor-Siemens. Proven track record of inventing copper track width estimation for high power PCBs based on IPC standards. Actively participates in the IPC Community to implement emerging PCB design technologies. Competent engineering professional with a strong foundation in engineering project management and design. Successful in performing load and cost calculations while establishing clear parameters. Detail-oriented, organized, and meticulous, thriving in fast-paced environments to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Sr. Technical Leader PCB Product Development
APTIV
3 2022 - Current
- Define and create innovated PCB Designs for smart Electrical Center that meet customer requirements for ICE, HEV and BEV vehicles.
- Research and implement PCB Thermal Management Solutions, active and passive technologies such as: heat sinks, Thick Copper, Wirelaid, Cu inlay, IMS, POFV and Liquid Cold Plate to cool down High Power PCBs.
- Develop and standardize PCB Design Process Guideline.
- Promote Lessons Learned and best practices.
- Couching and mentoring PCB design Teams.
- Lead PCB Design development for New business pursuit.
- Optimization of PCBA manufacturing process at early stage of development.
- PCB Supplier development and networking.
- PCB Prototype development and quote.
- Centralization of Global Libraries and Engineering Data Management.
- Creation of PCBA manufacturing data including but not limited to BOM, Drawings, Penalization, ODB++, Gerbers, PCB 3d models, IDX, IDF, Parasolids.
- Define and promote ECAD-MCAD collaborative processes.
- Preparation and support of Technical Design Review internal or external.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements and develop customized solutions tailored to their specific needs.
- Improved team productivity by providing technical guidance and mentoring junior engineers.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Improved PCB Thermal simulation accuracy by refining model parameters and incorporating real-world data.
Product Engineer Specialist
Continental
05.2017 - 03.2022
- MAF and NOX sensors product specialist for multidisciplinary technical knowledge among other things Mechanical, Electronic and Software design plus Flexible Mems technology for industrialization of the products.
- PCB Design verification, testing and SMT manufacturability.
- Product technical advisor to MFG team, for developing new production lines, functional test stands, laboratory equipment that ensures product integrity, quality and functionality by demonstrating compliance on customer requirements.
- R&D liaison in production Plant.
- Responsible on site for implementing all engineering product changes communicated by R&D on time and satisfactory.
- Material planner for debugging, validation, ramp up and serial productions phases including BOM management through SAP system.
- Lead DOE projects that helps to optimize product fabrication or further product designs.
- Implementation of SMT new technology and validation support.
- Implementation for 4.0 industry concept on new production lines.
- Assists Program Manager on Project gate reviews and ensure local deliverables within core team.
- Assure adequate production facilities, test equipment and lab equipment needed for series production and warranty returned parts.
- Design and develop, in collaboration with local suppliers, testing and laboratory systems to ensure the quality and functionality of the product.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of product components.
Lead Project Engineer
GE Aviation
09.2014 - 04.2017
- PCB Design Leader for first in class H80 and H75 Series EEPC (Electronic Engine Propeller Control) units that meet business standards, practices, customer requirements and procedures
- Work within the guidelines of applicable GE Policies and Procedures, Engineering Standards, Design Customer Operating Procedures, Specifications, Government and Commercial Standards, and special security requirements
- Provide PCB technical engineering support to improve or resolve design, performance, manufacturing, supplier or field issues
- Documentation of technical data generated to substantiate the product design, assemblies processes and/or systems consistency with engineering policies and procedures
- Monitor and communicate project status, business issues and significant developments
- Lead the solution of complex technical problems
- Concurrently work on multiple projects, monitoring progress and quality and ensuring schedule requirements are met
- Document and share technical expertise in relevant engineering domain
- Component obsolescence risk assessment and management
- Technical leader of 3 engineers for NPD projects
- Green Belt certification.
ECAD Layout Engineer
Delphi Automotive Systems
10.2010 - 08.2014
- Electronic PCB designer for High power distribution boxes in vehicles.
- Implementation and adaption of new processes and standards as well as best practices to the electrical team.
- Experienced on IPC standards such as: IC-2152, IPC-2221B, IPC-2222A, IPC-2223C IPC-4101C, IPC-6012C and UL840 for PCB designing.
- Skilled on business pursuit programs across global sites by supporting design activities and properly definition of requirements.
- Awarded with 4 new products during my participation in the company for the following OEMs: Chrysler, Ford, Tesla and GM.
- Accountable for PCB design system integration.
ECAD Layout Technician
Delphi Automotive Systems
08.2007 - 10.2010
- Implementation of customer work orders on production programs
- Development of test load matrix for product validation test
- PCB Drawings design, Bill of materials, Manufacturing data and some other special information for suppliers.
- Provide support to operation plant to successfully implement changes to products in production.
Education
Mechatronic Engineer -
UACJ Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez
Skills
Priority Sense
Technical Knowledge
Dedication and Passion
Simplification mindset
Effective communication
New product launches
- Project Planning
- Root Cause Analysis
New product design (PCB High Power & Control)
Well Organized
Leadership
Team player
Certification
Xpedition Mentor Graphics
Timeline
Product Engineer Specialist
Continental
05.2017 - 03.2022
Lead Project Engineer
GE Aviation
09.2014 - 04.2017
ECAD Layout Engineer
Delphi Automotive Systems
10.2010 - 08.2014
ECAD Layout Technician
Delphi Automotive Systems
08.2007 - 10.2010
Xpedition Mentor Graphics
Design Capture Mentor Graphic
Green Belt
GD &T
Quality Core Tools (MSA, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, CONTROL P)
ISO 14001:2015
Sr. Technical Leader PCB Product Development
APTIV
3 2022 - Current
Mechatronic Engineer -
UACJ Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez
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