Raúl Hernández
Esslingen
Summary
Automotive Engineer with almost 3 years of experience in product design and development within the automotive industry, focused on drivetrain components and hybrid powertrain. Strong background in CAD modeling (SolidWorks, Fusion 360), Root Cause analysis, tolerance stack-up analysis, and DFMEA. Skilled in plastic component design in powertrain and electric drive systems.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master’s Thesis
Mercedes-Benz, Germany
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Improved the drivability and behavior of a 48V diesel hybrid powertrain through model-based optimization by tuning controller parameters.
- Collected and analyzed data from test bench experiments to support controller calibration and system refinement.
- Developed and applied supervised machine learning regression models to predict and enhance vehicle comfort and agility.
- Worked with both simulation and physical test data to validate model performance and vehicle behavior improvements.
Transfer Case (4x4) Design and Release Engineer
Stellantis
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Led the design, release, and lifecycle management of transfer case systems in collaboration with BorgWarner, covering MY2019–2025.
- Defined technical requirements, developed DFMEAs and DVP&R plans, and resolved warranty issues across North America through root cause analysis.
- Coordinated with U.S. and Mexico manufacturing plants to support production, implement design changes, and drive cost reduction initiatives.
Design Engineer (Trainee)
BASF
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Designed a polymer-based paralympic race wheelchair, selecting lightweight materials that maintained structural integrity under dynamic loads.
- Conducted material analysis and 3D modeling to balance strength, cost, and manufacturability, ensuring functional and ergonomic performance.
Education
Master of Science - Automotive Systems, Vehicle Dynamics
Hochschule Esslingen
Esslingen Am Neckar, Germany06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Automotive Design Engineering
Tecnológico De Monterrey
Mexico City12.2020
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Python
- Solidworks
- Autodesk Fusion 360
- Matlab
- Simulink
- ANSYS (FEM)
- INCA
- Jira
- Microsoft Project
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Advanced (C1)
Italian
Elementary (A2)
Certification
Gisma Business School Berlin July 2021 - April 2022
- C1 Level intensive on-site german course
RTWH Aachen August 2020 – December 2020
- Machine Dynamics with MATLAB
- Online specialization course
Delft University of Technology August 2020 – December 2020
- Electric Cars
- Online specialization course
University of Toronto August 2020 – December 2020
- Self-Driving Cars
- Online specialization course
Timeline
Master’s Thesis
Mercedes-Benz, Germany
12.2024 - 06.2025
Transfer Case (4x4) Design and Release Engineer
Stellantis
04.2022 - 08.2023
Design Engineer (Trainee)
BASF
08.2020 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Automotive Systems, Vehicle Dynamics
Hochschule Esslingen
Bachelor of Science - Automotive Design Engineering
Tecnológico De Monterrey
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