Gonzalo Pliego Prim
About Gonzalo Pliego Prim
Gonzalo Pliego Prim is a Product Engineer at Kennametal in Barcelona, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in Industrial Engineering with a Master's degree from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya and has held various engineering roles in Germany and Spain.
Work at Kennametal
Gonzalo Pliego Prim has been employed as a Product Engineer at Kennametal since 2021. His role involves working in the Barcelona area, where he focuses on product development and engineering solutions. His experience at Kennametal contributes to the company's objectives in providing high-performance materials and services.
Previous Experience at Saint-Gobain Sekurit
Prior to his current position, Gonzalo worked as an R&D Project Engineer at Saint-Gobain Sekurit from 2018 to 2020. This role, undertaken as part of the V.I.E. program, was located in the Kreisfreie Stadt Aachen Area, Germany. His responsibilities included research and development tasks that supported innovation within the company.
Educational Background in Industrial Engineering
Gonzalo holds a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering (Energy) from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, where he studied from 2016 to 2018. He also completed his Bachelor's degree in the same field at the same institution from 2010 to 2015. Additionally, he studied at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, where he worked on his Master Thesis from 2017 to 2018.
Internships and Early Career Experience
During his academic career, Gonzalo gained practical experience through various internships. He worked as a student at Gas Natural Fenosa in 2015 and at Suaval from 2016 to 2017. These roles provided him with insights into the energy sector and mechanical installations, enhancing his understanding of industrial applications.
International Experience and Adaptability
Gonzalo participated in the Erasmus Mobility Programme, which allowed him to complete his Master Thesis in Erlangen, Germany. His work in a multinational company in Aachen further developed his adaptability to diverse teams and environments. This international experience has been instrumental in shaping his professional approach.