Fernando Vargas
Santo Domingo,Distrito Nacional
Summary
Senior Engineer with extensive experience in designing and implementing technical solutions. Demonstrated analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities. Successfully led engineering teams to deliver projects on schedule while meeting client specifications. Achievements include process optimization, cost reduction, and enhanced operational efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Senior Engineer II, Project/Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Becton, Dickinson & Company
East Santo Domingo
05.2024 - Current
- Lead Kaizen teams in projects which result in savings of at least US$100k annually.
- Engineered and managed high-impact sustaining, transfer, and process improvement projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Facilitated change control processes, improving project execution and alignment with regulatory standards.
- Managed CAPAs across all phases, ensuring compliance and timely resolution of quality issues.
Senior Engineer I, Operational Excellence
Becton, Dickinson & Company
East Santo Domingo
09.2020 - 05.2024
- Led product and line transfer projects while implementing continuous improvement initiatives throughout the site.
- Developed and validated machine/equipment, test methods, and processes while managing projects and executing line transfers.
- Led engineering projects to enhance product design and development processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Mentored junior engineers on best practices and technical skills development.
Engineer II, Process Engineering
EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES
Haina
12.2019 - 09.2020
Engineer II, Projects / Process Engineering
EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES
Haina
03.2019 - 12.2019
Validations Engineer I
EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES
Haina
11.2017 - 03.2019
Tech, Mfg Support Eng.
EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES
Haina
02.2016 - 11.2017
Coach for the group’s Learning Management System (LMS) and database/Project trainer
GRUPO SANTILLANA
Gazcue, National District
08.2014 - 09.2015
Education
Master’s Degree - Applied Mathematics
INSTITUTO TECNOLÓGICO DE SANTO DOMINGO – INTEC
Distrito Nacional, SD12.2027
Post-Graduate Course - Advanced Manufacturing Systems
BRUNEL UNIVERSITY LONDON
London, UK12.2024
Graduate Degree - Industrial Engineering
INSTITUTO TECNOLÓGICO DE SANTO DOMINGO – INTEC
Distrito Nacional, SD12.2017
High School Degree - Distrito Nacional, SD
FUNDACIÓN PEDAGÓGICA BABEQUE SECUNDARIA
Distrito Nacional, SD12.2012
Skills
- Project Management & Execution
- Leadership
- Teamwork-oriented
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Efficient learning
- Data analysis
- Statistical modeling
- Technical documentation
- Process optimization
- Process design
- Process Validation
- Process Transfer
- Tech integration
- Process Monitoring
Languages
Spanish
Native
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Japanese
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Certification
Certified Medical Device Auditor (CMDA) - American Society for Quality (ASQ) - 2023
Timeline
Senior Engineer II, Project/Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Becton, Dickinson & Company
05.2024 - Current
Senior Engineer I, Operational Excellence
Becton, Dickinson & Company
09.2020 - 05.2024
Engineer II, Process Engineering
EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES
12.2019 - 09.2020
Engineer II, Projects / Process Engineering
EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES
03.2019 - 12.2019
Validations Engineer I
EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES
11.2017 - 03.2019
Tech, Mfg Support Eng.
EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES
02.2016 - 11.2017
Coach for the group’s Learning Management System (LMS) and database/Project trainer
GRUPO SANTILLANA
08.2014 - 09.2015
Master’s Degree - Applied Mathematics
INSTITUTO TECNOLÓGICO DE SANTO DOMINGO – INTEC
Post-Graduate Course - Advanced Manufacturing Systems
BRUNEL UNIVERSITY LONDON
Graduate Degree - Industrial Engineering
INSTITUTO TECNOLÓGICO DE SANTO DOMINGO – INTEC
High School Degree - Distrito Nacional, SD
FUNDACIÓN PEDAGÓGICA BABEQUE SECUNDARIA