Vinicius Mendes
Jacksonville
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive knowledge of mechanical technologies, tools and practices. Designs and develops equipment to improve prototypes and products. Experienced in leading projects from initial conception to completion within customer budget.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aviation Structural Mechanic
U.S. Navy
11.2019 - Current
- Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on aircraft structural components, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Conduct corrosion prevention, inspections, and surface treatments
- Manufacture and replace components, fasteners, bearings, and conduct composite repairs
Fabricator/Assembly Technician
Truck and Auto Repair Inc.
10.2016 - 11.2019
- Assembled and fabricated oil tank trucks, focusing on pneumatic and hydraulic automation systems
- Interpreted and executed mechanical drawings and schematics
- Installed wiring for electronic oil meters and lighting systems; assembled operational panels
- Documented prototypes and design modifications
Mechanical Engineer
Hannover Industry and Automation Service
10.2012 - 06.2016
- Led a team in executing customer projects related to hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical devices, and production lines
- Developed designs and specifications for parts manufacturing and conveyors
- Provided customer support on projects and replacement parts
- Coordinated with contractors during fabrication processes
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Usiminas
02.2010 - 10.2012
- Planned inspections and maintenance; controlled mechanical assemblies and inspected piping and pumping systems
- Specialized in hydraulic and pneumatic systems; standardized pre-assemblies and managed supply control
- Participated in the specification, installation, and startup of hydraulic systems
- Contributed to creating maintenance plans using SAP and assisted in the maintenance planning acceptance process
Technical Intern
Usiminas
02.2009 - 01.2010
- Assisted in planning inspections, maintenance, and pre-assembly of equipment, focusing on hydraulic and pneumatic systems of electrolytic galvanizing lines and laminators
- Gained experience in supply chain management and maintenance planning, including generating purchase requests and budgets
Education
Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering -
UnilesteMG - University Center East of Minas Gerais
Coronel Fabriciano, MG01.2014
Mechanical Technician Certification - Industrial Engineering
CERP - Roberto Porto Education Center
Ipatinga, MG01.2010
Skills
- Hydraulics and Pneumatics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Welding and Fabrication
- CAD Software: SolidWorks
- CAD Software: Inventor
- Blueprint Reading
- SAP R3
- Sheet Metal Work
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Plasma Cutting
- MIG Welding
- Hydraulic and Pneumatic Diagram Creation
- Mechanical Schematics
Certification
Driver's License
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Italian
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Aviation Structural Mechanic
U.S. Navy
11.2019 - Current
Fabricator/Assembly Technician
Truck and Auto Repair Inc.
10.2016 - 11.2019
Mechanical Engineer
Hannover Industry and Automation Service
10.2012 - 06.2016
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Usiminas
02.2010 - 10.2012
Technical Intern
Usiminas
02.2009 - 01.2010
Driver's License
Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering -
UnilesteMG - University Center East of Minas Gerais
Mechanical Technician Certification - Industrial Engineering
CERP - Roberto Porto Education Center
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