André Conchinha
About André Conchinha
André Conchinha is an Automation Site Engineer currently employed at Northvolt in Skellefteå, Sweden. He has a diverse background in instrumentation and process control, with experience spanning over a decade in various roles across multiple companies in Portugal.
Work at Northvolt
André Conchinha has been employed at Northvolt as an Automation Site Engineer since 2023. He is based in Skellefteå, Västerbotten, Sweden. His role involves overseeing automation processes and ensuring the efficient operation of systems within the facility.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Northvolt, André Conchinha held various positions in the instrumentation and automation field. He worked at SOMINCOR - Lundin Mining as a Process Control Engineer from 2021 to 2022 and as an Instrumentation Technician from 2008 to 2021. He also had roles at Eneida, Lda, and Alstom, where he gained experience in instrumentation and production operations.
Education and Expertise
André Conchinha studied at Instituto Politécnico de Setúbal, where he achieved a Licenciatura from 2017 to 2021. He also completed a Técnico Integrado course at Escola Tecnológica do Litoral Alentejano from 2003 to 2006. Additionally, he has pursued specialized training at Siemens Portugal, obtaining certifications in Simatic S7 - TIA Service.
Technical Skills and Certifications
André Conchinha has developed a strong technical skill set through various training programs. He completed the Simatic S7 - TIA Service 1 and 2 courses at Siemens Portugal. He also attended ATEC - Academia de Formação, enhancing his expertise in automation and instrumentation.