Ignacio Alvarez
About Ignacio Alvarez
Ignacio Alvarez serves as the Global R&D Director for all product lines within the CWS Division at Faurecia, a position he has held since 2020. He possesses extensive experience in engineering and management, with a strong focus on lean and agile product development.
Current Role at Faurecia
Ignacio Alvarez serves as the Global R&D Director for all Product Lines within the CWS Division at Faurecia. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's research and development efforts in the automotive sector. His role emphasizes the integration of innovative technologies and product strategies across various product lines.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Prior to his current role, Ignacio Alvarez held multiple positions at Faurecia. He was the Mechatronics Director for Automotive Seating from 2015 to 2018, and the Director of Smart Products & Services in the CWS Division from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he served as the Engineering Director for Electric/Electronics in Automotive Seating from 2010 to 2015, and as the Electric/Electronic Product Line Director from 2013 to 2018. His tenure at Faurecia spanned various aspects of product development and management.
Education and Expertise
Ignacio Alvarez has an extensive educational background. He earned a PhD in Electronics Engineering from the University of Extremadura, where he also completed an MSc in Physics (Electronics). He furthered his studies with a Master’s degree in Advanced Control (Power Electronics) and Artificial Intelligence from UOC. Additionally, he completed the Management Development Program at MDP and the Strategy Execution Programme at INSEAD. This diverse education supports his expertise in engineering and management.
Career Background at Lear Corporation
Before joining Faurecia, Ignacio Alvarez worked at Lear Corporation as an R&D Manager for the E-Systems Group from 2002 to 2010. His experience at Lear contributed to his knowledge in research and development within the automotive industry, enhancing his skills in managing technological advancements.
Professional Focus and Skills
Ignacio Alvarez is recognized for his strong focus on implementing lean and agile methodologies within product and R&D organizations. He possesses a unique combination of scientific and engineering expertise alongside business acumen. This combination enables him to drive competitive innovation and effectively scale new value spaces in the automotive sector.