Lucas Baldo

Senior Sales & Application Engineer | Regional Representative – North America | API Centrifugal Compressors Blowers

Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

About

I lead sales and application engineering for FIMA Maschinenbau in North America, acting as the regional representative for custom centrifugal compressors and blower systems, including API applications. My background is built on a combination of hands-on experience and project execution. Before moving into commercial roles, I worked across construction, fabrication, and field environments, and later managed compressor projects at FIMA’s headquarters in Germany, from technical clarification and procurement through manufacturing, factory acceptance testing, and delivery. I transitioned into sales after several years in project management, bringing that execution experience into customer-facing work. Today, I work with customers to develop practical, technically sound solutions for complex applications, supporting projects from early-stage discussions through to execution and commissioning. This includes both on-site and remote commissioning support for projects globally. My focus is on bridging the gap between engineering, commercial, and real-world operation, ensuring solutions are not only technically correct, but buildable and reliable in the field. I am particularly interested in applications where standard approaches fall short and a deeper understanding of both process and equipment is required. Outside of work, I enjoy staying hands-on, working on vehicles, off-roading, and motorcycles, as well as spending time outdoors and staying active with my family. Open to connecting with others in rotating equipment and industrial applications.

Experience

  • FIMA Maschinenbau GmbH (9 yrs 7 mos)
    • Senior Sales & Application Engineer | Project Management
      Apr 2026 - Present · 3 mos

      Leading sales and application engineering activities for FIMA Maschinenbau in North America as the official regional representative. Managing customer relationships and project development from early-stage technical discussions through to order execution and commissioning support. Bridging commercial and engineering functions to deliver tailored compressor and blower solutions across a global customer base. Driving business development and regional growth initiatives.

    • Sales and Project Manager - Official Representative for FIMA in North America
      Oct 2020 - Apr 2026 · 5 yrs 7 mos

      Sales and project management responsibility for FIMA Maschinenbau in North America, serving as the official regional representative. Developed the regional customer base and supported projects from initial inquiry through to delivery and commissioning. Contributed to business development and market growth by establishing customer relationships and expanding FIMA’s presence in North America. Relocated from Germany to Canada to strengthen local presence and provide time zone-aligned support while maintaining global customer relationships.

    • Sales and Project Manager
      Dec 2016 - Sep 2020 · 3 yrs 10 mos

      Managed and sold international projects for custom centrifugal compressors and blowers at FIMA’s headquarters in Obersontheim, Germany, serving customers across a global market. Initially responsible for project management, overseeing execution from technical clarification and procurement through manufacturing, factory acceptance testing, and final delivery. Acted as the primary interface between customers, engineering, and fabrication teams. Transitioned into a sales role after two years, leveraging hands-on project experience to support technical solution development and successful bid execution. Gained end-to-end exposure to API-compliant equipment packages, including integrated oil, seal gas, and control systems, with a strong focus on meeting critical delivery timelines for plant start-ups and shutdowns. Worked extensively with equipment designed for hazardous and explosion-proof environments.

  • Construction Contractor – Plant Upgrades at Diefenbaker Spice & Pulse
    May 2016 - Sep 2016 · 5 mos

    Supported plant upgrade activities as a contractor, including metal fabrication, earthworks, and electrical and instrumentation installation. Worked on-site to coordinate and execute construction tasks across multiple disciplines.

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant at University of Saskatchewan
    Sep 2015 - Dec 2015 · 4 mos

    Developed a disassembly and lab instruction manual for a motorized winch as part of new experiential coursework. Performed component-level evaluation to assess performance and failure modes, converting results into practical, hands-on lab content.

  • Field Engineering Summer Student at Devon Energy
    May 2015 - Aug 2015 · 4 mos

    Supported heavy oil maintenance activities in an oil and gas production environment, working alongside electricians, instrument technicians, pipefitters, and operators. Gained practical exposure to multi-discipline field operations and equipment maintenance.

  • Club Coach at Lloydminster Rowing Club
    May 2015 - Aug 2015 · 4 mos