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Patricia Cuenca

Madrid

Summary

Reliable Head of Engineering known for taking ownership of dynamic projects to simplify complex business goals into manageable tasks.

Achieved significant advancements in engineering and technology leadership at Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy, demonstrating a strong focus on delivering results and strategical thinking. Excelled in customer engagement and proactivity, ensuring project success and stakeholder satisfaction.

Expertise in technical project management and SCADA systems underscored by a commitment to continual improvement and innovation..

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Engineering SE&A

Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
01.2023 - Current
  • Responsible in ON SE&A for all technical related disciplines involved in Sales, Execution and Contractual warranties.
  • Management of core areas of Engineering: Technical Project Management (TPM), Regional Site Assesment, SCADA and Operational Engineering.
  • Took ownership of assigned department-wide projects, presenting regular updates to senior leadership on progress and status.
  • Represented company within client industry organizations and at industry events.
  • Led proposal development efforts, presenting engineering opportunities to senior leadership for go-no-go decisions.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal teams.
  • Led successful implementation by coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.

Head of Technology SE&A&L

Siemens Gamesa
10.2021 - 01.2023
  • Implementation of good practices in SE&A region in the new region merging SE&A, LATAM and Brazil.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects and different cultural backgrounds.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Head of Technology SE&A

Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
11.2019 - 07.2022
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Head of RTPM SE&A

Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
11.2017 - 11.2019
  • Coordination of Technology related support activities in SE&A region, these include activities such as Site Assessment, Foundation design, SCADA& Electrical design, etc.
  • Management of Technical Project Management team in the subregions of Spain, Portugal, France, South Africa and other African countries.
  • Costs, Risk and Opportunities identification/mitigation within SGRE Sales Business Approval Process in relation with Technical requirements and Technical Guarantees.
  • Permanent follow up with Sales Region Management to create new opportunities and to allow Order Intake Plan fulfillment in the SE &A region.
  • Technical Support to Contract Negotiation and Program phases. - Direct involvement in Product Definition in close contact with Product Development and Marketing Departments.
  • Search for Customer Specific Solution to achieve customer specification fulfillment and complete customer satisfaction.
  • Representing Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy Technology in Exhibitions, Conferences and Customer Events.

Presales Manager for North Europe

Gamesa
01.2015 - 11.2017
  • Coordination of Technology Presales support activities in North and Central Europe countries were Gamesa was actively negotiating WTG Turbine Supply Agreements for Onshore Market.
  • Costs, Risk and Opportunities identification/mitigation within Gamesa NBA Process (New Business Approval.
  • Daily contact with Sales Region Management to create new opportunities and to allow Order Intake Plan success.
  • Technical Support to Contract Negotiation and Program phases. - Direct involvement in Product Definition in close contact with Product Development and Marketing Departments.
  • Search for Customer Specific Solution to achieve customer specification fulfilment and complete customer satisfaction.
  • Continuous country regulations review and follow up.
  • Representing Gamesa Technology in Exhibitions, Conferences and Customer Events.

Presales Engineer UK and Ireland

Gamesa
09.2010 - 12.2014
  • Coordination of activities within Technology Department to allow successful sales for Gamesa in the UK and Ireland, both for Onshore and Offshore Wind Projects.
  • Contractual technical negotiation: technical specifications, warranties, etc.
  • Product definition and customisation to adapt Wind Turbine design to local and customer requirements.
  • Resolution of technical issues arising during Wind Farm contract negotiation and project execution: grid code, foundation design, Scada, Site Assesment, etc..

Presales Engineering for Iberdrola

Gamesa
12.2007 - 09.2010
  • General Technical Support activities to main Gamesa Key Account Customer: Iberdrola.
  • Provision and negotiation of Technical Specifications for contracts. - Resolution of Technical queries / issues during contract negotiation and construction phase.
  • General support activities within Presales department such as definition of Product Characteristics Manual for Gamesa Product PortfolioPortforlio.
  • Collaboration with Construction department to reduce Take Over of projects times.
  • Consistently met or exceeded assigned sales targets by employing strong time management and prioritization skills.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to address complex technical challenges encountered during presales phase.
  • Assisted in closing deals by addressing customer objections and demonstrating the value of proposed solutions.
  • Supported sales team success by delivering technical expertise during client meetings and presentations.

Control and Communications Engineer

Iberdrola Engineering And Construction
09.2006 - 09.2007
  • General support activities within Control and Communication department.
  • Design of SCADA solutions and tools Testing and Validation of SCADA system before implementation
  • Project Documentation

Education

Master of Science - Industrial Engineering: Electrical Engineering

Universidad Carlos III
Madrid

Skills

  • Passionate about excel results delivery
  • Focus continuous improvement
  • Strong work ethics
  • Strategical Thinking
  • Customer Mindset

Accomplishments

  • INSEAD: Amplifying Organizational Impact Leadership Program.
  • Gamesa Leadership Program for young talents, 2017.
  • Customer Orientantion Awared, 2016, for Kilgallioch Project.

Timeline

Head of Engineering SE&A

Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
01.2023 - Current

Head of Technology SE&A&L

Siemens Gamesa
10.2021 - 01.2023

Head of Technology SE&A

Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
11.2019 - 07.2022

Head of RTPM SE&A

Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
11.2017 - 11.2019

Presales Manager for North Europe

Gamesa
01.2015 - 11.2017

Presales Engineer UK and Ireland

Gamesa
09.2010 - 12.2014

Presales Engineering for Iberdrola

Gamesa
12.2007 - 09.2010

Control and Communications Engineer

Iberdrola Engineering And Construction
09.2006 - 09.2007

Master of Science - Industrial Engineering: Electrical Engineering

Universidad Carlos III

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