Gabriel López
About Gabriel López
Gabriel López is an Engineering Manager specializing in New Product Development at CTS Corporation, with a strong background in process development and printed electronics. He holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Technical Project Management, and has over two decades of experience in the semiconductor and solar cell industries.
Work at CTS Corporation
Gabriel López currently holds the position of Engineering Manager for New Product Development at CTS Corporation, a role he has occupied since 2022. Prior to this, he worked as a Process Development Engineer at the same company, starting in 2014. His tenure at CTS spans nearly a decade, during which he has contributed significantly to process development initiatives in the Albuquerque, New Mexico area.
Education and Expertise
Gabriel López studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs from 1992 to 2002, completing a decade of studies. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Technical Project Management from Bellevue University between 2012 and 2014. Additionally, he studied at Purdue University, where he achieved Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification and advanced training in Lean Principles.
Background in Process Development
Gabriel López possesses extensive experience in process development, particularly in sectors such as semiconductors, solar cells, and printed electronics. His career includes roles at Advent Solar, where he served as a Senior Process Development Engineer and Manufacturing Process Engineer, as well as at Dynamesh Inc, where he was a Printed Electronics Project Team Leader and Sales Engineer. His background reflects a strong commitment to Six Sigma, Design of Experiments, and Lean practices.
Career Progression and Roles
Gabriel's career began at LSI Corporation, where he worked as a Process Technician for ten years. He transitioned through various roles, including Process Development Engineer at Advent Solar and Consultant for Printed Electronics Project Engineering at Dynamesh Inc. His diverse roles across different companies highlight his adaptability and resilience in a changing environment.
Technical Skills and Professional Approach
Gabriel López is recognized for his strong technical skills and customer-oriented approach. He emphasizes disciplined methodologies such as failure mode effects analysis to enhance printed electronics performance. His self-directed nature and ability to thrive in dynamic settings contribute to his effectiveness in engineering management and process development.