Gino Violo

Senior Project Engineer - Supply Chain Management - Should Cost Modelling

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

About

I am a french engineer based in Barcelona, Spain, with 20 years of experience in automotive and renewable energies industries. With proven track record in project management, my core competencies include engineering, strategic sourcing, cost modeling, and supplier relationship management. I have successfully led and delivered complex projects, from design concept to industrialization, for new technology or new product introduction. I have also negotiated with suppliers worldwide, from Europe to Asia, and collaborated with cross-functional teams. Fluent in French, Spanish, English and Italian, I am proficient in engineering and project management softwares. My goal is to drive positive impact and innovation in cross-functional teams, while continuously learning and growing as an engineer.

Experience

  • Project Controls Manager at Technip Energies
    Jul 2024 - Present · 2 yrs

    Responsible for Schedule, Cost and Risk management for several Sustainable Energy projects (SAF biofuels, Hydrogen electrolyzer)

  • GE Renewable Energy (Hybrid)
    • Senior Should Cost Engineer
      Feb 2019 - Nov 2023 · 4 yrs 10 mos

      ✔️ Strategic sourcing, global supply chain development for electrical systems (100+M$ spend). ✔️ Responsible for should cost modelling. trade-off analysis and cost out initiatives. ✔️ Direct negotiations with suppliers worldwide (Europe, US, China, Vietnam).

    • R&D Lead Engineer, Offshore Wind
      Nov 2016 - Jan 2019 · 2 yrs 3 mos

      ✔️ Lead design engineer for hydraulic, cooling and air conditioning systems. ✔️ Owner of technical specifications, design reviews and testing procedures. ✔️ Main project: 12MW Offshore Wind turbine prototype release, brand new passive cooling system.

  • Systems Process Engineer at Alstom Power
    Mar 2012 - Nov 2016 · 4 yrs 9 mos

    ✔️ Supplier development for hydraulic, cooling and air conditioning systems. ✔️ Leading critical industrialization projects, risks assessment and lead time improvement ✔️ Strategic sourcing, cost breakdown and “should cost” projects. ✔️ Main project: Brazil local supply chain: selection of suppliers for wind onshore platform.

  • Program Manager at Bitron
    Sep 2009 - Mar 2012 · 2 yrs 7 mos

    ✔️ Program manager for electronic parts used in automotive engines and powertrain. ✔️ Direct report to customers Renault, PSA, GM, Volkswagen, Audi, Voith. ✔️ Development of engine and gearbox electro valves for Euro6 vehicles. ✔️ Leading innovative projects for electrical vehicles.

  • Calibration Engineer at Nissan Motor Corporation
    Aug 2008 - Jan 2009 · 6 mos

    ✔️ Development of calibrations for diesel engine 2L DCI Euro4 and Euro5. ✔️ Responsible for test campaigns on engine and vehicles test rigs. ✔️ Continuous improvement of Nissan validation testing processes.