Rafael López Araujo
About Rafael López Araujo
Rafael López Araujo is a Senior Product Design Engineer at Navistar Inc, where he has worked since 2018, specializing in custom truck features. He has extensive experience in mechanical design and engineering, having previously held positions at Whirlpool Corporation and Nascor, SA de CV.
Work at Navistar
Rafael López Araujo has been employed at Navistar Inc since 2018 as a Senior Product Design Engineer. In this role, he is responsible for creating 3D models and 2D drawings for custom truck features. He engages with suppliers and conducts mechanical design, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) validation. Rafael is involved in the entire design process, from initial customer interaction to the assembly of pilot units. He collaborates closely with sales engineers to provide accurate quotes for engineering time related to special customer requests.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position at Navistar, Rafael worked as a Product Design Engineer at Navistar Inc from 2012 to 2018. He also held the position of Product Engineer at Whirlpool Corporation from 2010 to 2012. His early career included a role at Nascor, SA de CV, where he completed professional internships from 2009 to 2010. This diverse experience has contributed to his expertise in product design and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Rafael López Araujo studied at Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, where he earned a Master's degree in Administration and Management. He also obtained a degree in Mechanical Design, achieving the title of Mechanical and Administrative Engineer from 2006 to 2011. His educational background supports his specialization in designing custom engineering solutions for trucks, focusing on features not available in standard production.
Mechanical Design Skills
Rafael specializes in mechanical design, utilizing his skills to create custom engineering solutions for trucks. His responsibilities include conducting FMEA and FEA validation, which are critical in ensuring the reliability and performance of the designs. His ability to engage with suppliers and manage the design process from concept to assembly enhances his effectiveness in delivering tailored solutions to meet customer needs.