Rodrigo Raso
About Rodrigo Raso
Rodrigo Raso is a Senior Application Engineer at Allison Transmission, where he has worked for over 21 years. He specializes in the specification, installation layout, and homologation testing of new vehicle applications across Brazil and Latin America.
Current Role at Allison Transmission
Rodrigo Raso serves as a Senior Application Engineer at Allison Transmission, a position he has held since 2003. In this role, he plays a critical part in the specification, installation layout, and homologation testing of new vehicle applications. His responsibilities include working directly with clients across Brazil and Latin America to support vehicle concept development and field performance monitoring. Raso is involved in the entire development cycle of new commercial vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, ensuring that all technical specifications and client needs are met.
Previous Experience at Allison Transmission
Rodrigo Raso has a substantial history with Allison Transmission, having worked in various engineering roles since 1999. He began as an Engenheiro de Qualidade e Confiabilidade from 1999 to 2000, followed by a position as Engenheiro Produto from 2000 to 2002. He also served as Engenheiro de Qualidade Fornecedores e Vendas from 2002 to 2003. His diverse experience within the company has contributed to his expertise in application engineering and quality assurance in the automotive sector.
Education and Expertise
Rodrigo Raso holds a degree in Engenharia Mecânica Automobilística from The University Center of FEI, where he studied from 1993 to 1998. He furthered his education at FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas, earning a specialization in Administração de Empresas from 2003 to 2005. This educational background provides him with a solid foundation in mechanical engineering and business management, which supports his current role in application engineering and client development.
Client Engagement and Development
In his current position, Rodrigo Raso is responsible for engaging with clients to develop new applications within the automotive sector. He focuses on prospecting new clients and ensuring the mechanical and electro-electronic installation of new applications for multiple clients across South America. His work is essential for fostering relationships and driving innovation in vehicle applications.