ALBERTO E. FUENTES
Haverhill
Summary
Results-driven Manufacturing Engineer with experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), customized robotic systems (CUSP), semiconductor manufacturing operations, and manufacturing readiness execution within high-technology environments. Proven ability to improve operational performance, reduce manufacturing risk, optimize production processes, and support cross-functional product launches from development through high-volume manufacturing.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NPI Manufacturing Engineer – Robotics
Brooks Automation
Chelmsford, MA
07.2023 - Current
- Lead cross-functional manufacturing activities supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and Customized Product (CUSP) robotic programs from project kickoff through manufacturing release and production transition.
- Coordinate manufacturing readiness activities across engineering, supply chain, operations, and application development teams to support successful product launches and scalable production execution.
- Improved manufacturing readiness performance through process standardization and operational execution improvements, contributing to the elimination of Manufacturing Readiness as a top organizational outlier by late 2025.
- Developed and implemented a CX Script simulation validation process to verify customer-specific robot command configurations prior to production release, significantly reducing manual-entry defects and preventing downstream manufacturing issues.
- Track NPI cycle-time metrics and present operational performance data to upper management to identify gaps and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support manufacturing floor operations through issue resolution, process improvements, and MRB/Non-Conformance backlog reduction initiatives.
- Allocate labor hours and manufacturing resource planning requirements for customer-driven projects and customized robotic systems.
- Participated in customer kickoff meetings to evaluate manufacturing feasibility, scope requirements, and operational readiness prior to project approval.
Manufacturing Engineer II
Axcelis Technologies
Beverly, MA
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with Design Engineering teams to implement drawing and ECO changes that improved manufacturability while maintaining form, fit, and function requirements.
- Supported semiconductor manufacturing operations by troubleshooting electrical and mechanical production issues to minimize downtime and improve manufacturing stability.
- Improved manufacturing efficiency within wafer handling and end station operations through lean manufacturing initiatives and floor layout optimization using AutoCAD.
- Designed manufacturing fixtures and tooling solutions that improved cycle time, manufacturing efficiency, and production scalability.
- Standardized manufacturing processes and documentation to improve operator training effectiveness and production consistency.
- Supported over 20 manufacturing operators by resolving production-related technical issues and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Outsourcing Engineer
Axcelis Technologies
Beverly, MA
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Resolved over 300 supplier-related engineering issues while supporting aggressive resolution cycle-time targets within a fast-paced semiconductor manufacturing environment.
- Served as a primary point of contact between suppliers and engineering teams to investigate and resolve production-related technical issues.
- Supported engineering drawing revisions and ECO implementation activities while ensuring compatibility with upper-level assemblies and existing manufacturing requirements.
- Developed experience interpreting harness schematics, wire run lists, and electrical component documentation to support manufacturing and supplier issue resolution.
- Utilized CREO, Smarteam, and Glovia systems to support engineering documentation, issue tracking, and configuration management activities.
Education
BS - Mechanical Engineering
University of Massachusetts Lowell
01-2021
AS - Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Don Bosco University
San Salvador, El Salvador01-2015
Skills
- Oracle EBS & Oracle Cloud
- Agile & Glovia G2
- Windchill
- Smarteam
- CREO
- AutoCAD
- Minitab
- MS Excel
- Languages: Fluent in English & Spanish
Certification
- Lean Manufacturing Certification Training
- Statistical Methods for Setting Specifications
- Semiconductor Purion End Station Training Level 2 & 3
- Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA)
Timeline
NPI Manufacturing Engineer – Robotics
Brooks Automation
07.2023 - Current
Manufacturing Engineer II
Axcelis Technologies
08.2021 - 07.2023
Outsourcing Engineer
Axcelis Technologies
01.2021 - 08.2021
BS - Mechanical Engineering
University of Massachusetts Lowell
AS - Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Don Bosco University
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
JLL – Boston, MA
Facilities Engineering Intern | June 2019 – August 2019
- Updated maintenance procedures for centrifugal pump systems, contributing to operational improvements that generated over $30K in annual savings.
- Supported asset validation and inventory system improvements for facility operations.
Harvard University – Cambridge, MA
Research Assistant – Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology | June 2018 – August 2018
- Supported the design and development of a three-finger elastomeric gripper using 2D printing, AutoCAD, and strain-relaxation methodologies.
- Contributed to published research focused on soft robotic structures and material deformation technologies.
AMPM Facility Services – Waltham, MA
Maintenance Operations | 2015 – January 2020
- Led a team of 12 personnel supporting facility maintenance operations and inventory management activities at Boston City Hall.
- Coordinated inventory control, shipment tracking, and maintenance support operations to ensure efficient workflow execution.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair activities for commercial maintenance and cleaning equipment to support operational reliability.
Aeroclassics – Ilopango International Airport, San Salvador, El Salvador
Technical Assistant | June 2014 – February 2015
- Assisted with maintenance and inspection activities involving aircraft engines, structural components, and safety systems.
- Collaborated with technical teams supporting maintenance operations for aircraft platforms including Magister CM-170, L4, Stearman, and DC-3.