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Alina Ardeleanu

@alinaardeleanu

Experienced mechanical design engineer specializing in automotive tooling and CAD.

Romania
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What I'm looking for

I seek senior-level roles in automotive design or R&D where I can lead tooling/CAD projects, mentor teams, and deliver precise manufacturing-ready designs within collaborative, process-driven environments.

I am an experienced mechanical design engineer with a strong background in automotive BIW tooling, R&D and product development, skilled in CATIA V5, FIDES, AutoCAD, Enovia, Windchill, 3DX, Teamcenter and SAP. I have led system integration, tooling design and project coordination across OEM and supplier contexts in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, UK and Romania, delivering accurate 2D/3D CAD models, BOMs and manufacturing documentation.

I train and support teams on procedures and documentation, drive problem analysis and implement R&D solutions, and have experience leading small teams and coordinating with project managers. My career highlights include tooling and assembly line design for major OEMs, overseeing project presentations, and maintaining compliance with internal and customer standards.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Webasto Group logoWG
Current

Design Admin

Webasto Group

Nov 2020 - Present (4 years 11 months)

Ensure internal R&D deliverables comply with Webasto procedures by reviewing CAD data and PDM entries; maintain and develop operating manuals and provide training and procedural support to staff.

Webasto Group logoWG

R&D Development Engineer

Webasto Group

Nov 2018 - Nov 2020 (2 years)

Led system integration for roller blind assemblies, produced 2D/3D CAD and managed PDM processes, and resolved plant R&D issues to support implementation of engineering measures.

JS

Mechanical Design Engineer

Joyson Safety Systems

May 2017 - Oct 2018 (1 year 5 months)

Designed and developed driver airbag and steering wheel components using CATIA V5 and Teamcenter, delivering manufacturing-ready models and documentation for production.

VS

Senior Design Engineer

VDL Steelweld

Feb 2013 - Apr 2017 (4 years 2 months)

Worked as tooling designer for BIW assembly lines for Ford, Jaguar-Land Rover and BMW, producing 2D/3D models, fixture designs, BOMs and process documentation to support manufacturing.

EC

Senior Design Engineer

Emil Bucher GmbH & Co

Sep 2011 - Jan 2013 (1 year 4 months)

Served as tooling designer for BIW assembly projects (BMW, Ford), led a team of seven on a Ford project, prepared 3D designs, manufacturing drawings, BOMs and technical specifications.

VT

Design Engineer

Valiant TMS

Jun 2010 - Aug 2011 (1 year 2 months)

Designed BIW tooling and fixtures for Ford using FIDES and GSPAS, produced manufacturing and assembly drawings, BOMs and technical specifications to support external placing and production.

IB

Design Engineer

Icaro International Bucharest

Jun 2008 - May 2010 (1 year 11 months)

Provided tooling design for BIW assembly lines on detached assignments in Germany and Italy, creating 2D/3D welding equipment models and process fabrication plans using FIDES and CATIA.

GC

Mechanical Engineer

GMAB Consulting

May 2003 - May 2005 (2 years)

Provided part-time training and support to employees in AutoCAD, improving team capability in CAD usage and drafting standards.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

OU

Oradea University

Bachelor's degree, Industrial Energetic

1995 - 2000

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Energetic completed from 1995 to 2000, covering core engineering principles relevant to tooling and automotive applications.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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