Juan Garate

Experience

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  Critical Path Argentina S.A.

  Jan 2000 - Dec 2002

  Business Analyst (Telecommunications)

  General duties in the administrative-financial department. Assistant in compilation and statistical data analysis of procurement and administrative functions. Participation in the design, implementation, and installation of new software, methods and administrative procedures.

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  ABS Group S.A. (Autoparts-Automotive)

  Mar 2003 - Dec 2004

  Data Analyst

  Design and development of prototypes and diverse products for the automobile industry: + insulator and sealant joint foams vibration reduction + soundproof and acoustic foams for insonorization improvement+ material handling packaging for automobile assembly facilities+ packaging components for autoparts export marketSpecification and follow-up of new products according to customer requirements.Conducted successfully a ISO9K certification project for manufacturing processes.Procedure design, writing and development for administrative and operative tasks.Quality control of processes and products. Show less

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  DHL Supply Chain S.A. (Logistics)

  Jan 2005 - Sept 2009

  Development from zero and management of a quality assurance department for Argentina's warehousing and transportation business units.Performance measurement for operative areas: KPI's definition, design and application for each warehouse. Development of metric leaders by education and constant training.Presentation of monthly business results to CEO and management board.Design and management of process improvement and cost reduction projects. Team development and training for 6 sigma tools utilization and project monitoring.Quality Assurance. Quality System Implementation for all Argentina´s business. Procedure development for operative areas. Management Representative. Show less

  • Quality Engineer

    Jan 2008 - Sept 2009

  • Business Intelligence Engineer

    Jan 2005 - Dec 2007
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  YPF

  Jan 2010 - Dec 2013

  Project Planner

  ➢ Successfully integrated plan and program into a project monitoring database, reducing planning leadtime in 20%Project design by definition of activities, phases, schedule, time constraints and responsibilities. Validated engineering plans and assigned resources for large scale EPC multidisciplinary projects. Project status reporting and presentation. Maintenance of project schedule by monitoring progress, activities coordination, and solving conflicts. Project review and adaptation to daily activities and reality. Design and maintenance of project database for control and monitoring. Show less

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  Washington State University

  Jan 2014 - Dec 2015

  Data Scientist

  Wind farm management: resource assessment and wind farm design. Provided solutions for wind turbine installation, operation and maintenance; turbine operation&mechanical/electrical failure analysis and corrective actions. Designed, manufactured and tested wind turbine blades under an innovative concept. Coached and trained undergraduate students in composite materials fabrication methods. Addressed my research work at ASME-Imece 2015 conference in Houston, Texas.Fulbright Researcher in Mechanical Engineering: Awarded a Presidential Fulbright Fellowship for completing a two year master of science program in Mechanical Engineering with orientation in renewable energies. A total of eight courses plus a thesis project. This is a practical program that consists of focusing the thesis efforts by building my own study program. ➢ Conducted a hands-on thesis research providing a real solution for the wind power industry, reducing investment costs in 10%. The project consisted of a design, fabrication and testing of a small scale wind turbine blade under an innovative concept: a segmented fabricated blade with a thermoplastic composite material. This is a hands-on work from zero, by using the school labs and facilities.http://ecs.vancouver.wsu.edu/mechanical-engineering-ms Show less

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  Vestas

  Jan 2016 - Dec 2024

  • Organizing, planning and coordinating projects with a high level of complexity• Interfacing and communicating with a large range of stakeholders in the entire value chain• Managing stakeholders efficiently by building and maintaining relations• Work closely with Sales Business Units, Production Business Units, Installation, Transportation, Service organizations and all departments • Coordinate, supervise and develop the Construction Management team to maximize performance; create and build team environment while providing direction, knowledge and support with prioritization of work and allocation of resources as needed• Implement safety practices and protocol at the site level in alignment with organizational standards• Advocate for the journey to an incident, injury and illness free culture and environment; maintain a close partnership with the Health, Safety, and Environment department• Monitor project schedule, ensuring project milestones and deadlines are met• Establish and maintain highly effective relationships with the customer, BOP Contractors, and internal partners• Responsible for developing and implementing the project execution budget including improving operational efficiency (lowers cost/MWH)• Monitor costs that impact the bottom line; implement initiatives that improve efficiency and effectiveness; responsible for liquidated damages mitigation• Ensure site data is updated and processed in a timely manner in the appropriate information systems for reporting and tracking purposes including a summary of construction progress• Inspect work during construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications to ensure quality standards are met.• Responsible for the management, effectiveness, and efficiency of site assets (cranes, trucks, vehicles, equipment, tools, office, etc.) Show less Design, planning and control of installation, operational works, and engineering activities for EPC Wind Farm Projects. Civil works for roads and foundation construction, Electrical works for transformation centers and power line construction, Mechanical works ofr wind turbine supply and installation.Create, maintain and progress the resource portfolio, scheduled into SAP and PRIMAVERA. Ensure that all project schedules are fully integrated and resources-loaded in order to ensure the accuracy of projects requirements.Check and update Manufacturing Production Plans to align project execution with manufacturing capacity.Obtain data on project progress, logistic plans and manpower from Project Manager, contractors or other projects/plant personnel. Review and validate expected milestone dates providing support in the setting of the targets as required.Assist the project managers on scheduling issues as opportunities/risks arises.Provide support in the analysis/monitoring of budget according to contract previsions (resource allocations, timetables, tools, materials, etc.) in order to optimize costs.Create Project Reports to assist the project Manager regarding Internal or External (customer) reports. Show less

  • Project Manager

    Jan 2019 - Dec 2024

  • Project Engineer

    Jan 2016 - Dec 2018
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  Clearway Energy Group

  Jan 2025 - now

  Senior Engineer

  * Design and engineering of wind power projects across the U.S., ensuring optimal turbine placement, power transmission, and substation integration.* Conducting site assessments and feasibility studies to maximize energy production and project efficiency.* Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project planning, execution, and risk management in renewable energy infrastructure.* Supporting the advancement of grid interconnection and transmission strategies for utility-scale wind projects.* Utilizing ArcGIS and data-driven analysis to support strategic decision-making in wind farm development. Show less