Hugo Ruão
About Hugo Ruão
Hugo Ruão is a Quality Control Technician with extensive experience in research and development across Aeronautics, Motorsport, and Defense. He has a solid educational background in Materials Engineering and Logistics, having worked in various engineering roles in Portugal and currently in Sweden.
Work at Northvolt
Hugo Ruão serves as a Quality Control Technician at Northvolt, a company focused on sustainable battery manufacturing. He has been with Northvolt since 2023, working in Skellefteå, Vasterbotten, Sweden. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring that products meet quality standards in a high-tech manufacturing environment. His expertise in quality control contributes to the company's commitment to producing reliable and efficient battery solutions.
Education and Expertise
Hugo Ruão has a strong educational background in engineering and management. He obtained a Bachelor of Science in Management from Atlântica from 2008 to 2011. He then pursued a Bachelor of Science in Materials Engineering, completing it between 2016 and 2020, followed by a Master of Science in the same field from 2020 to 2022. Additionally, he achieved a Postgraduate Degree in Logistics and Operations from Instituto Superior de Gestão in 2015. His studies have equipped him with knowledge relevant to his roles in quality control and engineering.
Background in Engineering
Hugo Ruão has diverse experience in engineering roles across various industries. He worked as a Technical Services Engineer at ALFALAND from 2017 to 2020, focusing on technical support. Following this, he was a Maintenance & After-Sales Engineer at UTIS for eight months in 2020-2021. He also held a position as a Production Engineer at Virtus Composites for six months in 2022-2023. His background includes research and development experience in aeronautics, motorsport, and defense, highlighting his technical capabilities.
Research and Development Experience
Hugo Ruão has engaged in research and development, particularly in aeronautics, motorsport, and defense. He completed a three-month internship as a Research & Development Intern at LAUAK PORTUGAL in 2022. His work in these fields demonstrates his interest in the design and manufacture of high-tech materials, contributing to advancements in industries that require innovative engineering solutions.