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Tatiana Cardoso

@tatianacardoso

Mechanical engineering and manufacturing problem-solver, combining auto-industry process improvement with hands-on technical documentation.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can own technical documentation and process improvement work—then apply safety-minded, client-support discipline when needed—while collaborating with engineering and operations teams.

I’ve worked across auto manufacturing and engineering—from CAOA Automobile CKD Plant work through long-term Mechanical Engineering Consultant projects—supporting parts development, manufacturability, and technical documentation.

In logistics and production, I coordinated part feeding workflows, managed 10+ teams (80+ personnel), and handled safety and compliance needs while keeping production moving through daily vehicle flow and part scrap control.

I also designed and improved production systems, including torque control tooling analysis and applying 6S Lean Manufacturing to identify inefficiencies and improve outcomes, alongside quality audits and FAIR-related inspection approvals.

More recently, I’ve supported rehabilitative community programs through structured life-skills plans, trauma-informed care, clinical documentation in Carelogic, and safety responsibilities as a designated Safety Marshall.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Rehabilitative Service Associate

Current

DuPage County Health Department

Feb 2026 - Present (6 months)

Develops and delivers individualized life skills plans, conducts weekly sessions, and maintains clinical documentation in Carelogic. Serves as Safety Marshall, conducts emergency drills and vehicle safety inspections.

Clinical Documentation Safety Compliance Emergency Preparedness Carelogic DLA 20 Community Engagement Conflict Resolution

Rehabilitative Services Associate

DuPage County Health Department

Jul 2025 - Feb 2026 (7 months)

Supported 7 clients using a trauma-informed care approach, empowering independent living skills and maintaining a safe environment. Operated company van and upheld confidentiality standards.

Trauma Informed Care Independent Living Skills Crisis Response Clinical Documentation

Independent Consultant Mechanical Engineering

Independent Consultant

May 2017 - Apr 2025 (7 years 11 months)

Provided technical support including root cause analysis and parts inspection for technical documentation. Collaborated with diverse teams and clients.

Root Cause Analysis Technical Documentation Problem Solving

English and Portuguese Tutor

Preply

Aug 2022 - Mar 2025 (2 years 7 months)

Planned and conducted personalized lessons for 50+ students from different countries, assessing progress and adapting methods to individual learning styles.

Lesson Planning Student Assessment

Consultant

Remotely.works

Feb 2023 - Apr 2023 (2 months)

Led the migration of hundreds of candidate records from an outdated platform to a new system, ensuring accurate data transfer and coordinating with department personnel.

Data Migration Data Integrity Coordination

Engineering Department Coordinator

CAOA Automobile CKD Plant - Hyundai

Feb 2017 - Apr 2017 (2 months)

Coordinated engineering team for development of new auto parts and tooling to meet Hyundai specs. Approved drawings and supported First Article Inspection Reports.

Tooling First Article Inspection Project Management

Logistics Supervisor

CAOA Automobile CKD Plant - Hyundai

May 2013 - Jan 2017 (3 years 8 months)

Supervised logistics and production workflows for parts feeding systems, managing 10+ teams of 80+ personnel. Coordinated with Hyundai Motor in South Korea and oversaw inventory.

Logistics Team Supervision Inventory Management Supplier Communication Safety Compliance

Process Improvement Engineer

CAOA Automobile CKD Plant - Hyundai

Nov 2008 - Apr 2013 (4 years 5 months)

Conducted quality audits, designed torque control systems, and applied 6S Lean Manufacturing to improve production outcomes. Created and implemented process documentation.

Quality Audits Lean Manufacturing Process Improvement Documentation