Antonio Paulo Ferreira
About Antonio Paulo Ferreira
Antonio Paulo Ferreira is a Mechanical Design Engineer at ABC Technologies in Toronto, Ontario, with expertise in automotive thermoplastic components and a DFSS Black Belt certification from General Motors. He has a diverse educational background in engineering and extensive experience in product development and quality engineering.
Work at ABC Technologies
Antonio Paulo Ferreira has been employed at ABC Technologies as a Mechanical Design Engineer since 2021. He previously worked in this role from 2017 to 2018, accumulating a total of three years of experience in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In his current position, he focuses on the development of automotive thermoplastic components, particularly for fluid and air induction systems.
Education and Expertise
Antonio holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Escola Politécnica da Universidade de São Paulo, completed in 2006. He also achieved an Associate’s Degree in Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology from Escola Tecnica Federal de Sao Paulo. Additionally, he is pursuing Polymer/Plastics Engineering studies at SENAI Mario Amato and Universidade Federal de São Carlos, focusing on polymers technology and injection molding. His expertise includes advanced 3D modeling software such as Unigraphics NX, TcAE, and CATIA.
Professional Experience
Antonio has extensive professional experience in the automotive industry. He worked at General Motors as a Product Engineer for ten years, from 2006 to 2016. He also served as a Product Development/Quality Engineer at Honda of Canada Mfg. from 2018 to 2021. His early career included roles as an Aircraft Structures Technician at Viação Aérea São Paulo S.A. and internships at Scania Group and Volkswagen do Brasil.
Certifications and Skills
Antonio holds a DFSS Black Belt certification from General Motors, demonstrating advanced skills in design for Six Sigma methodologies. He possesses strong skills in conducting root cause analysis and utilizing quality tools such as Red X for continuous improvement and cost optimization. His background includes expertise in electro-mechanical systems and the development of injection and blow molded plastic parts for automotive applications.
Continuous Learning and Development
Antonio is committed to continuous learning in his field. He studied at Lambton College, where he completed a program in Engineering/Industrial Management with a focus on Quality Engineering Management. His ongoing education in Polymer/Plastics Engineering reflects his dedication to staying updated with advancements in technology and methodologies relevant to his work.