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Rachael Perugini

Rachael Perugini

Vancouver

Summary

Detail-oriented Chemical Engineering graduate with 6 years of experience at HILTI Canada, encompassing engineering support, technical sales, project leadership, and cross-functional coordination in heavy industrial environments. Proven success in managing complex engineering projects from initiation to completion, with a strong focus on operational efficiency, process improvement, and customer satisfaction. Skilled in stakeholder communication, budget oversight, scheduling, and leading technical teams. I bring a hands-on understanding of fabrication, mechanical systems, and engineered solutions, with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Business Developer / Field Engineer - Shipbuilding

HILTI Canada
Vancouver
07.2024 - Current
  • National technical lead for Hilti’s shipbuilding segment, responsible for all shipyard specifications and approvals across Canada, including high-profile government vessels for the Royal Canadian Navy (and Canadian Coast Guard
  • Directed end-to-end management of complex engineered projects across Canadian shipyards, overseeing project budgets up to $12 million annually
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams, including design engineers, procurement, and production managers, ensuring alignment of project deliverables and timelines
  • Facilitated project reviews, client workshops, and on-site product training, resulting in increased customer retention and project expansion
  • Developed and executed HILTI Canada’s national shipbuilding strategy, driving operational excellence in both new build and MRO (maintenance, repair, overhaul) projects

Energy & Industry, Shipbuilding, Account Manager III

HILTI Canada
Vancouver
06.2021 - 06.2024
  • Managed 3 million dollar region comprised of technical projects for major industrial clients, overseeing site assessments, material recommendations, and project execution for fabrication shops and shipyards
  • Supported engineering, procurement, and logistics teams in project planning, material forecasting, and order fulfillment
  • Strong achievement of sales targets, in 2023 achieved 287.4% of yearly sales target
  • Developed strong relationships with various personas inside customer’s organization to highly penetrate account

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science & Engineering - Chemical Engineering

Queen’s University
Kingston, ON

Skills

  • Project Cost Estimation & Budgeting
  • Vendor & Supplier Management
  • Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Basic Autodesk Inventor / 3D CAD Interpretation
  • Technical Drawing & Blueprint Reading
  • ERP & CRM Software Proficiency

COMPETENCIES

  • Project Lifecycle Management - Skilled in managing projects from initial estimation and quoting through design, procurement, fabrication, assembly, and customer delivery, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion
  • Cross-Functional Communication - Strong interpersonal skills in consulting with clients, engineers, and fabricators, facilitating clear communication to resolve design queries and production challenges
  • Adaptability to Industrial Environments - Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to dynamic industrial and fabrication settings, integrating seamlessly with shop-floor teams, understanding operational constraints, and providing practical engineering support in fast-paced environments

Timeline

Technical Business Developer / Field Engineer - Shipbuilding

HILTI Canada
07.2024 - Current

Energy & Industry, Shipbuilding, Account Manager III

HILTI Canada
06.2021 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Applied Science & Engineering - Chemical Engineering

Queen’s University
Rachael Perugini