Driven Technology, Research and Development Engineer with expertise in metal-mechanic industry (+20 years) in automotive and energy fields & Academia (+18 years) as Assistant Professor and Researcher (Undergraduate and Graduate level). Materials Performance Improvement, Technology and Innovation Leader, responsible to deploy plans, roadmaps, and Technology Strategies related to Customers and Suppliers, coordinating engineers to develop R&D projects and support Operation facilities regarding Steel, Aluminum, Composites and Technology Operations (Forming and Assembly). Proficient in technology and innovation from Materials Science and Manufacturing Processes perspective. Solid communication, consensus building, leadership, R&D and working collaboratively. Author of 70+ international publications and participation as speaker in Conferences and Exhibitions. Research expertise: Experienced in Metal-mechanics, Polymer composites and Nanotechnology (Nanofluids & nanocomposites) - Materials Science & Mechanical Engineering - Thermal transport and Tribological applications - R&D Projects & Technology Management