Julio Silva

Julio Silva is a seasoned engineering professional with extensive experience in electrical and automation engineering, currently serving as Group Electrical Engineer at Silver Fern Farms Ltd since December 2018. Prior roles include Control System Engineer at Cavotec, where technical support and customer liaison were key responsibilities, and Electrical and Automation Engineer at Asaleo Care, overseeing process control systems and ensuring high standards across multiple systems. Additional experience includes senior positions at Vale, Loops Consult, and HWE Mining, focusing on control system design, commissioning, and continuous improvements in automation and electrical systems. Julio holds a Master of Engineering in Industrial Automation from the Engineering Institute of Technology and a Global MBA from Alliance Manchester Business School, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais.