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João Nuno Franco

João Nuno Franco

Reguengos De Monsaraz

Summary

As a motivated Mechanical Engineer with a passion for the Energy Business and experience in Offshore Wind, I am seeking opportunities aligned with my academic pursuits. My skillset encompasses technical expertise, teamwork, time management, and other relevant competencies. Eager to take on a challenging role that fosters personal and company growth, I am particularly interested in working abroad to immerse myself in diverse cultures, contributing to my adaptability and open-mindedness. Venturing outside my comfort zone enables me to realize my full potential and bring fresh perspectives to the table.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Commissioning Tender Engineer Intern

GE Renewable Energy - Offshore Wind Business
Barcelona
2023.09 - Current
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement in the tender process.
  • Assist in the development of standardized templates for use in preparing tenders.
  • Review customer requirements and prepared cost estimates based on this information.
  • Provide technical advice about the commissioning activities to internal stakeholders regarding the preparation of tenders.
  • Collaborate closely with colleagues from other departments (Technical Support and Documentation, mainly) to ensure timely delivery of accurate bids.

Project Planning & Controls Intern

EWEN Energy
Porto
2021.08 - 2023.09
  • Applied theoretical concepts acquired in University in the real-world context of developing the Metro do Porto Expansion Master Plan. This experience not only allowed me to deepen my understanding of these key concepts but also gave me invaluable hands-on experience in their application.
  • Become proficient in a number of cutting-edge software programs, including Primavera P6, a top-of-the-line Project Management tool, as well as Microsoft's powerful data analysis and visualization tolls, Excel, Power Query and Power BI.

Production and Logistics Intern

MESA Ceramics
Aveiro
2021.02 - 2021.03
  • Worked across the production and logistics departments.
  • Logistics: Developed comprehensive support documents for the packaging lines that are fundamental to ensure that all packaging processes were executed flawlessly, while maintaining the highest quality standards.
  • Production: Helped in the implementation of several organization and standardization techniques that helped streamline the production process, making it more efficient and effective. Additionally, I collaborate in programming the DORST, a complex machine comprising three ABB robots used to produce mugs.

Harvast Intern

Casa Relvas
Évora
2017.08 - 2017.09
  • Performed all the tasks on the production of white, rose and red wine.
  • Repeated this internship in the 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2022 harvests, during the university summer break.

Education

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

NOVA University of Lisbon - SST
Lisbon
11.2023

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Building
  • Tendering Process
  • Offshore Wind
  • Wind Turbines
  • Wind Turbines Commissioning
  • Relationship Building
  • Task Prioritization
  • Project Management
  • Mechanical Engineering

Languages

Portuguese
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
C1

Affiliations

  • Board Member at the Mechanical Engineering Group at my University where I had the opportunity of collaborate in the organization of student events in partnership with several prestigious organizations, among other activities.
  • Hobbies: Motocross, Ski, Padel, Running and Reading

Timeline

Commissioning Tender Engineer Intern

GE Renewable Energy - Offshore Wind Business
2023.09 - Current

Project Planning & Controls Intern

EWEN Energy
2021.08 - 2023.09

Production and Logistics Intern

MESA Ceramics
2021.02 - 2021.03

Harvast Intern

Casa Relvas
2017.08 - 2017.09

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

NOVA University of Lisbon - SST
João Nuno Franco