Natália Do Prado
About Natália Do Prado
Natália Do Prado serves as a Program Development Leader at Faurecia, where she has worked since 2013, focusing on quality leadership in automotive projects. She has experience with major manufacturers and is recognized for her ability to manage engineering development and maintain performance under pressure.
Work at Faurecia
Natália Do Prado has been serving as a Program Development Leader at Faurecia since 2013. Based in São Bernardo do Campo, São Paulo, Brazil, she has accumulated over 11 years of experience in this role. Her responsibilities include managing engineering development and reporting to both Forvia and customer board teams. She ensures effective alignment and communication among stakeholders, which is crucial for the success of various automotive projects.
Previous Experience at SAP
Before joining Faurecia, Natália Do Prado completed an internship at SAP from 2011 to 2012. During this year-long internship in São Paulo, she gained valuable insights into program development, which contributed to her professional growth and understanding of project management within a corporate environment.
Education and Expertise
Natália Do Prado studied at Centro Universitário FEI, where she earned a Bacharel in Engenharia Mecânica Automobilística from 2009 to 2015. Additionally, she attended the New England School of English, achieving proficiency in English in 2012 after an 11-month program. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in automotive engineering and program development.
Automotive Industry Experience
Natália Do Prado has extensive experience working with major automotive manufacturers, including Peugeot, Nissan, Jeep/Fiat, and Volkswagen. Her focus has been on quality leadership throughout the acquisition and development phases of various projects. She is recognized by customers as a key quality contact, known for her ability to maintain performance under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Project Management and Specializations
In her role, Natália Do Prado has been responsible for the launch of the Jeep 598 program, overseeing the development of critical components such as the cockpit, instrument panel, center console, door panel, front and rear bumpers, light bar, and spoiler. She specializes in timing management, coordinating tooling and machines to ensure that both internal and external targets are met.