Miguel Pita Priegue
About Miguel Pita Priegue
Miguel Pita Priegue is a Patent Examiner specializing in Railway Signalling and Control at the European Patent Office in Munich, Germany, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a degree in Industrial Engineering from Universidade de Vigo and has extensive experience in both software and hardware development within the railway sector.
Work at European Patent Office
Miguel Pita Priegue has been employed at the European Patent Office as a Patent Examiner specializing in Railway Signalling and Control since 2019. His role involves evaluating patent applications related to railway signalling technologies, ensuring compliance with patent regulations, and contributing to the advancement of innovation within the railway sector. He operates from Munich, Germany, and has accumulated five years of experience in this position.
Education and Expertise
Miguel Pita Priegue studied at Universidade de Vigo, where he earned a degree in Industrial Engineering from 2002 to 2008. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in both software and hardware development, particularly in railway signalling systems. He possesses specialized skills in Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and power electronics, which are essential for the effective functioning of railway signalling and control systems.
Background in BOMBARDIER
Prior to his current role, Miguel Pita Priegue worked at BOMBARDIER in various capacities. He served as a Hardware Engineer for 10 months in 2013, where he focused on hardware development. He later held the position of CBTC Systems Engineer from 2018 to 2019, also for 10 months. Additionally, he worked as a Product Manager for the OCS950 system from 2014 to 2015 and as a Signalling Wayside Engineer from 2014 to 2018, accumulating extensive experience in railway signalling infrastructure.
Technical Management Experience
Miguel Pita Priegue has demonstrated technical management experience in international projects within the railway signalling sector. His role has involved overseeing cross-border collaborations, indicating a strong capability in managing complex projects that require coordination among various stakeholders. This experience enhances his proficiency in the railway signalling field.
Expertise in Railway Signalling Systems
Miguel Pita Priegue has a comprehensive understanding of RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety) principles as they apply to railway systems. His experience includes integrating wayside systems, which are critical components of railway signalling infrastructure. This expertise positions him as a knowledgeable professional in the railway signalling domain.