Diego Torga

Diego Torga is an experienced automation and digitalization engineer currently working at ANDRITZ, where responsibilities include developing and implementing advanced control strategies based on model predictive control (MPC) for mining operations. Prior to this role, Diego served as an analyst in environmental impact assessments at Vale, focusing on decision-support tools to reduce CO2 emissions in open-pit mining. Diego's work experience includes roles in maintenance engineering and operational roles at various companies including VSB and Foz do Brasil. Diego holds multiple degrees in engineering, including a specialization in mineral resource engineering from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, and has a strong background in electrical and automation engineering, complemented by practical experience in maintenance and process operations.