Brigida Abreu Freitas de Almeida
Engineer
Summary
Engineering professional equipped with comprehensive experience in engineering roles, delivering high-quality results. Expertise in project management and technical troubleshooting. Known for fostering team collaboration and adaptability to evolving project requirements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Engineering
Reveus
11.2023 - Current
- Followed safety rules and standards, reporting concerns to management.
- Expedited issue resolution by liaising between engineers, clients, and suppliers to address concerns promptly.
- Assisted engineers during field visits to gather essential information for successful project planning and execution.
- Managed ongoing maintenance and storage of test equipment.
- Supported design optimization efforts with detailed technical drawings using CAD software, resulting in more efficient products.
- Accompanied senior technical staff for on-site inspections during construction, learning how to communicate design requirements with contractors and equipment suppliers.
- Promoted safety standards compliance by assisting in the development of construction safety plans and hazard assessments.
- Assisted with construction site inspections to ensure projects were executed according to design specifications and applicable codes.
- Supported successful project completion by performing quality control checks on engineering calculations and design drawings.
- Assisted in the preparation of detailed project reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy for presentation to clients or regulatory agencies.
- Collected and entered data, and applied technical principles and theories to assist in interpreting and analyzing data.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries regarding project progress or technical issues that arose during construction activities.
- Demonstrated adaptability and versatility by providing support across various civil engineering disciplines, including water resources, transportation, and structural systems.
- Participated in public meetings related to infrastructure projects, gathering feedback from stakeholders while advocating for optimal solutions aligned with community needs.
Quality Engineer
GTA Fase, Independent Engineer Consultant
01.2022 - Current
- Performed quality inspections and drafted reports to detail non-conforming material issues.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and conducting thorough root cause analysis.
- Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Conducted detailed audits to ensure adherence to ISO 9001 standards, maintaining a high level of compliance throughout the organization.
- Developed action plan for company certification using ISO 9000 standard knowledge.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual reviews, ensuring a seamless audit process with minimal findings or discrepancies noted.
- Streamlined internal communication, fostering cross-functional collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
- Developed comprehensive quality assurance documentation to streamline audit process, significantly reducing preparation time.
- Improved supplier reliability with thorough assessment and feedback mechanisms, fostering stronger partnerships.
- Optimized testing procedures to accelerate product release cycles while maintaining strict quality benchmarks.
- Reduced product return rates, conducting detailed root cause analyses to identify and rectify manufacturing defects.
- Initiated preventive maintenance schedule for equipment, reducing downtime and maintaining consistent production quality.
- Streamlined defect tracking process, enabling quicker resolutions and boosting customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous testing protocols that addressed previously undetected issues.
- Spearheaded environmental testing for products, ensuring resilience under various conditions and extending market reach.
- Implemented supplier qualification system, elevating quality of incoming materials and components.
QA/QC
Fase II (Independent Engineering) for Tibat Bay Port Project
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Reviewed and approved engineering change requests, ensuring that modifications maintained product quality and conformed to project specifications.
- Facilitated internal audits to assess compliance with company policies and procedures, uncovering areas for improvement and ensuring alignment across departments.
- Improved product quality by implementing rigorous QAQC processes and procedures.
- Optimized testing efficiency by developing automation scripts for routine tasks.
Technical Officer
BTL,E.P
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Improved product design efficiency by utilizing advanced CAD software, enabling more precise and faster creation of models.
- Supported launch of major engineering project, coordinating logistics and resources for seamless execution.
Site Engineering
Manu-Bei UnipessoalLda
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Spearheaded efforts towards continuous improvement within the organization through ongoing development of best practices in site engineering.
Engineering
Samhee Enginaria Unip,Lda and Samhan Construction. CO,LTD
09.2015 - 07.2016
- Company Overview: joint With ADB (Angency Develoment Bank) and MAF (Minister Agriculture and Fishers)
- Joint With ADB (Angency Develoment Bank) and MAF (Minister Agriculture and Fishers)
Site Engineering
Maliboo UnipessoalLda
07.2015 - 10.2015
- Trained junior engineers and technicians on best practices in quality control and site engineering, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Site Engineering
Hatu – Wari UnipessoalLda
10.2013 - 01.2014
- Collaborated with project teams to ensure timely completion of site engineering tasks, resulting in successful project delivery.
Assistant Laboratory of Soil Mechanic
Dili Institute Of Technology (DIT)
07.2013 - 01.2014
- Managed high call volume during peak hours, maintaining exceptional service standards under pressure.
- Delivered remote support services to clients across multiple locations, enabling swift issue resolution without the need for on-site visits.
Education
Secondary High School -
Essa Senior Baucau
01.2007 - 01.2010
junior high school -
01 Baucau
01.2004 - 01.2007
primary school -
02, Baucau
01.1998 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honor) -
Dili Institute of Technology
01.2011 - 01.2014
Skills
Technical analysis
Engineering team support
Control systems
Materials testing
Project Support
Data entry
Certification
Dili Institute Of Technology (DIT) at Department Civil Engineering
Conferences
2024 Geotechnical Engineering
2023 Global Water Security and Sustainable Development & Coastal Reservoirs and Sustainable Water Management
2022 Green Investment Infrastructure of EU Countries (ERASMUS)
2022 Mitigation Earthquake and Disaster Mitigation
2021 Application of control structures for earthquake resistant infrastructure
Timeline
Reveus
08-2024
Engineering
Reveus
11.2023 - Current
QA/QC
Fase II (Independent Engineering) for Tibat Bay Port Project
08.2023 - 01.2024
Technical Officer
BTL,E.P
12.2022 - 06.2023
Fase II Independent Engineer Consultant
08-2022
Bee Timor Leste, E.P (Water Timor Leste)
06-2022
Quality Engineer
GTA Fase, Independent Engineer Consultant
01.2022 - Current
Manu bei Unip. Lda
08-2016
Site Engineering
Manu-Bei UnipessoalLda
08.2016 - 01.2018
Samhee Construction.Co. Id
09-2015
Engineering
Samhee Enginaria Unip,Lda and Samhan Construction. CO,LTD
09.2015 - 07.2016
Maliboo Unip, Lda
07-2015
Site Engineering
Maliboo UnipessoalLda
07.2015 - 10.2015
Hati-Hari Unip Lda
10-2013
Site Engineering
Hatu – Wari UnipessoalLda
10.2013 - 01.2014
Dili Institute Of Technology (DIT) at Department Civil Engineering
07-2013
Assistant Laboratory of Soil Mechanic
Dili Institute Of Technology (DIT)
07.2013 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honor) -
Dili Institute of Technology
01.2011 - 01.2014
Secondary High School -
Essa Senior Baucau
01.2007 - 01.2010
junior high school -
01 Baucau
01.2004 - 01.2007
primary school -
02, Baucau
01.1998 - 01.2004
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