Victor Hugo Barrera Mejía
Querétaro
Summary
Dynamic Tooling and Development Engineer with a proven track record at Clarion, adept in leading engineering changes and managing certifications like CarPlay and Android Auto. Excelled in critical thinking and communication, ensuring seamless project transitions and compliance. Skilled in decision-making and customer service, I significantly contributed to continuous improvement and product validation efforts.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tooling Engineer (Design and Coordination)
Clarion
San Juan Del Río, Queretaro
06.2019 - 12.2024
- Led engineering changes from development through to mass production, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
- Managed end-of-life components by identifying and approving alternative parts, maintaining production continuity.
- Facilitated the approval of electronic alternative parts through comprehensive management of DCR, DRBFM, changes list, and validation procedures.
- Managed registration and re-certification processes for Bluetooth usage in LATAM, USB, Google Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay, ensuring compliance and seamless integration.
- Oversaw and maintained accounts for Bluetooth, USB, Google, and Apple, ensuring up-to-date certifications and smooth operations.
- Supported critical departments including Quality, PC&L, Manufacturing, Sales, and Procurement by resolving engineering-related issues.
- Oversaw the transition of projects from headquarters in Japan, France, and China to the Mexico plant.
- Developed and delivered FQT presentations, ensuring clear communication and coordination processes.
Development Engineer
Clarion
San Juan Del Río, Queretaro
01.2015 - 06.2019
- Conducted BOM analysis and validated information distribution across all project areas.
- Developed and validated IVI functions for Nissan Mexico, including Radio AM/FM, HMI, USB, Bluetooth, CarPlay, and Android Auto.
- Managed engineering changes and coordinated with Quality, PM, Sales, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle from design to mass production.
- Managed the certification process for CarPlay and Android Auto integration.
- Collaborated with warranty team to address and resolve customer reports.
- Executed the follow-up and implementation of project transfers from HQ Japan to the MX Plant.
Engineering Assistant
Clarion
San Juan Del Río, Queretaro
04.2012 - 01.2015
- Supported the upgrade of new local products for automotive infotainment, ensuring compliance with electronic diagrams, specifications, software versions, and BOMs.
- Distributed validated information to internal departments, including manufacturing and material planning, to streamline processes.
- Managed product validation with customers, ensuring compliance with specifications such as AM/FM radio reception, HMI, and illumination.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering
Instituto Tecnológico De San Juan Del Río
San Juan Del Río, Querétaro 06-2010
Skills
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Customer service
- Continuous improvement
- Work under pressure
- Excellent communication
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Certification
- NPQP
- White Belt
- Core Tools
Timeline
Tooling Engineer (Design and Coordination)
Clarion
06.2019 - 12.2024
Development Engineer
Clarion
01.2015 - 06.2019
Engineering Assistant
Clarion
04.2012 - 01.2015
- NPQP
- White Belt
- Core Tools
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering
Instituto Tecnológico De San Juan Del Río
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