Pedro Castaneda
About Pedro Castaneda
Pedro Castaneda is a Principal Engineer with extensive experience in mechanical engineering, currently employed at Belcan. He previously worked at Pratt & Whitney and Chromalloy, where he led engineering teams and implemented process improvements to enhance project efficiency.
Current Role at Belcan
Pedro Castaneda serves as a Principal Engineer at Belcan, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he applies his extensive engineering expertise to lead projects and initiatives within the organization. His responsibilities include overseeing engineering teams and ensuring the successful completion of various technical projects.
Previous Experience at Pratt & Whitney
Prior to joining Belcan, Pedro worked as a Senior Design Engineer at Pratt & Whitney from 2011 to 2018. During his seven years at the company, he focused on enhancing team skills through improved cross-training among engineers. His role involved significant contributions to design and engineering processes within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Pedro Castaneda holds a Master of Mechanical Engineering (MEng) from the University of Connecticut, where he studied from 2013 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Florida International University, completing his studies from 1999 to 2002. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his engineering career.
Engineering Projects and Initiatives
Throughout his career, Pedro has led engineering teams in various projects, including reverse engineering initiatives at Chromalloy. He implemented lean concepts and statistical analysis to improve project delivery times and successfully brought parts to production ahead of schedule by identifying potential failure areas. His work has contributed to enhanced efficiency and communication between engineering and manufacturing departments.
Process Improvements and Troubleshooting
Pedro has implemented several process improvements in engineering and manufacturing operations. He established a non-recurring review procedure to streamline checks between departments and updated blueprint distribution procedures to enhance communication. Additionally, he has experience troubleshooting vane and blade issues following field events, supporting resolution efforts in manufacturing.