DIEGO DAVID AGUILAR CALDERON
Tijuana
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Mechanical Engineer
BD Medical
Tijuana
04.2024 - Current
- Led test method validation (TMV) activities for new automated equipment under tight timelines, preventing production line shutdowns.
- Developed and executed Installation Qualification (IQ) and Performance Qualification (PQ) protocols for various equipment, improving production ergonomics and assembly efficiency.
- Led/support NPI transitions due to EOL materials by implementing ECOs and managing project timelines, ensuring continuous production, on-time demand delivery, and avoidance of line shutdowns.
- Coordinated with the metrology team to support FAI, fit checks, and testing activities, ensuring adherence to quality and dimensional requirements.
- Supported urgent Quality Engineering activities, driving timely resolution of issues through CAPA, NCR, and Quality Notification (QN) management while ensuring compliance and operational continuity.
- Supported supplier change activities, including root cause analysis of legacy and new components, contributing to company cost-saving projects.
- Designed 3D models and led implementation of production fixtures to improve manufacturing efficiency.
- Created equipment manuals to standardize operator usage and facilitate future equipment updates and implementations.
New Product Development Engineer
Vertiv
Tijuana
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Led engineering kick-off meetings with cross-functional stakeholders in operations to align project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
- Coordinated comprehensive design reviews of 3D models, ensuring accuracy and integrity of Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Developed detailed 3D models and 2D drawings for mechanical components and assemblies.
- Designed sheet metal components and welded structural steel frames, focused on strength, functionality, and manufacturability.
- Managed Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems to ensure proper documentation control and revision tracking.
- Delivered cost-saving initiatives, including implementation of industrial fans in warehouse areas for new products.
- Provided technical support to manufacturing teams, resolving design and process-related issues.
Product Design Engineer
Elevadores EV Internacional
Tijuana
03.2017 - 03.2023
- Managed component procurement and maintained accurate Bills of Materials (BOM) to support production and inventory control.
- Standardized BOM structures across the design department, reducing manufacturing errors and improving data consistency.
- Led supplier transition for cabin buttons, reducing material lead time by ~20–30% and improving supply chain responsiveness.
- Performed structural and mechanical design calculations in compliance with IBC and ASME A17.1, ensuring safety and regulatory adherence.
- Collaborated with customers and suppliers to ensure design requirements, timelines, and quality expectations were met.
- Standardized weldment drawings, significantly reducing manufacturing errors and improving production quality.
- Reduced manufacturing rework by ~15–20% through weldment drawing standardization and improved documentation practices.
- Collaborated in cross-functional cost reduction initiatives, contributing to overall product cost optimization
- Designed and implemented 30+ elevator systems and mechanical components using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
Mechanical Design Engineer
RBC Engineering
Tijuana
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Developed detailed manufacturing drawings for components and assemblies, along with accurate Bills of Materials (BOM).
- Managed BOM and Product Data Management (PDM) systems, ensuring proper version control and documentation accuracy.
- Provided hands-on technical support on the production floor for installation, assembly, and troubleshooting of equipment.
- Completed mechanical design of automated machinery, ensuring functionality, reliability, and compliance with project requirements.
- Investigated and resolved non-conformities and quality notifications to maintain product quality standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes and reduce production costs.
- Implemented design changes based on feedback, improving product performance and customer satisfaction rates.
- Created parts for machining, sheet metal fabrication, and injection molding.
Manufacturing Engineer
Turbotec
Tijuana
01.2016 - 08.2016
- Developed and maintained manufacturing documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process flow diagrams to ensure process consistency and compliance.
- Provided daily support to manufacturing operations, troubleshooting process issues and driving continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality Assurance) to optimize product manufacturability and process efficiency.
- Evaluated new manufacturing equipment and tooling, delivering technical recommendations based on performance, cost, and operational impact.
- Implemented standardized templates for engineering drawings, improving design consistency and reducing documentation errors.
- Introduced a Kanban system to manage engineering workflows, enhancing team visibility, prioritization, and delivery efficiency.
Education
Mechatronics Engineer -
Universidad Autónoma de Baja California (UABC)
05-2016
Skills
- SolidWorks
- Autodesk Inventor
- AutoCAD
- PTC CREO Parametric
- Microsoft Office
- MiniTab
LANGUAGES
Spanish – Native
English
Timeline
Senior Mechanical Engineer
BD Medical
04.2024 - Current
New Product Development Engineer
Vertiv
03.2023 - 04.2024
Product Design Engineer
Elevadores EV Internacional
03.2017 - 03.2023
Mechanical Design Engineer
RBC Engineering
08.2016 - 03.2017
Manufacturing Engineer
Turbotec
01.2016 - 08.2016
Mechatronics Engineer -
Universidad Autónoma de Baja California (UABC)