Ricardo Claveau, Ing.
About Ricardo Claveau, Ing.
Ricardo Claveau is a Facilities Engineer at General Mills in Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec, with extensive experience in mechanical engineering and project management.
Current Position at General Mills
Ricardo Claveau currently serves as a Facilities Engineer focusing on energy and building systems at General Mills in Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec, Canada. In this role, he is responsible for managing and optimizing the energy systems and building infrastructure to improve operational efficiency. His expertise contributes to sustainability and cost-effective solutions within the company's facilities.
Past Roles in Engineering
Ricardo Claveau has an extensive background in engineering, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. He served as a Mechanical Building Engineer and Associate at BRJ agence d'ingénierie for 5 months in 2020. From 2017 to 2019, he worked at Groupe Lacasse Inc. as a Plant Engineer in the Manufacturing Engineering Department. Prior to that, he was a Project Manager in Engineering at Olymel for 10 months between 2016 and 2017. His earlier experience includes a decade-long tenure as a Mechanical Building Engineer at Laporte Consultants from 2006 to 2016.
Educational Background
Ricardo Claveau holds multiple degrees in engineering. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) from 2001 to 2006. Following this, he pursued and completed a Master's degree in Project Management at ÉTS from 2018 to 2021. Prior to these, he obtained a Technical Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from CÉGEP Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, completed between 1998 and 2001.
Specialization in Industry 4.0
Ricardo Claveau specializes in the installation of automated production equipment within the manufacturing sector, aiming to facilitate the transition to Industry 4.0. His work focuses on integrating advanced technologies into production processes to enhance automation, efficiency, and overall productivity. This specialization highlights his commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements in industry.
Ongoing Education and Certifications
Ricardo Claveau is currently pursuing a part-time Master's degree in project management with a specific focus on construction. Additionally, he is taking courses related to the Building Information Modeling (BIM) process and the software used for executing BIM projects. This ongoing education demonstrates his dedication to continuously enhancing his skills and staying updated with the latest industry standards and practices.