Mattias da Silva Castro

Mattias da Silva Castro is a seasoned professional specializing in research and development within the fields of structural and cranktrain engineering. Currently serving as a Senior Manager at Secop since January 2018, Mattias oversees multi-disciplinary teams in new product development, focusing on technical quality and project outcomes. Previous roles include Senior Structural & Cranktrain Lead Engineer and Senior Researcher at Nidec Global Appliances, where expertise in finite element analysis and optimization methods was applied. Academic foundations include a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, complemented by an Engineer’s degree from Universidade Federal de Santa Maria. Mattias has a robust track record in project management, problem-solving, and innovative design methodologies, having contributed to various patents and scientific publications throughout a diverse career spanning over a decade in the industry.