Alfonso Gonzalez
About Alfonso Gonzalez
Alfonso Gonzalez is a Project Engineer VIE at Faurecia, specializing in automotive engineering with a focus on interior development for the Volkswagen ID Buzz. He has a strong educational background in mechanical and industrial design, complemented by experience in product development and supplier management.
Current Role as Project Engineer VIE
Alfonso Gonzalez currently holds the position of Project Engineer VIE at Faurecia in Hannover, Germany. He has been in this role since 2020, contributing to various automotive projects. His responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, timing control, design validation, and product feasibility. Additionally, he engages in engineering change management and ensures quality conformity for projects within the automotive sector.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Prior to his current role, Alfonso Gonzalez worked at Faurecia as a Product Development Engineer from 2018 to 2020 in Valencia, España. During his two years in this position, he focused on product development processes and collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings. His experience at Faurecia laid the groundwork for his current responsibilities in project engineering.
Education and Expertise
Alfonso Gonzalez has a strong educational background in engineering. He earned a Master of Science in Automotive Engineering from Coventry University, studying from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, he studied Industrial and Product Design at Fachhochschule Salzburg, achieving a qualification in Product Management from 2016 to 2017. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Design and Product Development Engineering from Universitat Politècnica de València, where he studied from 2013 to 2016.
Involvement in Volkswagen ID Buzz Development
In his current role, Alfonso Gonzalez is involved in the interior development and manufacturing of the Volkswagen ID Buzz, specifically focusing on the instrument panel. His work includes utilizing his expertise in injection molding tooling, ultrasonic welding, and surface graining to contribute to the project's success.