Thiago Pontual

Thiago Pontual has extensive work experience in the engineering field. Thiago currently holds the position of Product Development Manager at Strohm since February 2023. Prior to this, they served as the Engineering Leader for Strohm in Brazil, where they executed the JIP TCP Riser project in partnership with Petrobras and Shell from October 2021 to February 2023.

Before joining Strohm, Thiago worked at TechnipFMC for over a decade. Thiago started as an Engineering Intern in November 2003 and steadily progressed in their roles. At TechnipFMC, they held various positions including Equipment Engineer, Engineering Coordinator, Senior Engineering Coordinator, and Engineering Coordinator - Specialist. Thiago was responsible for the design, development, and coordination of projects related to flexible pipes, end-fittings, bend stiffeners, and equipment for pipeline laying operations. Thiago utilized advanced analysis techniques and tools to meet industry standards and optimize the development process.

Thiago also gained experience at Michelin, where they worked as an Equipment Engineer and later as a Senior Equipment Engineer. In these roles, they managed medium to large-scale projects, coordinated multidisciplinary teams, and designed equipment for tire manufacturing units. Thiago ensured compliance with environmental, ergonomics, and safety management systems.

Early in their career, Thiago worked at SERCON Consultoria em Projetos de Engenharia as a Junior Equipment Engineer and Engineering Intern. Here, they focused on project execution, structural and thermal analysis, and optimization of subsea equipment and structures for the oil and gas industry.

Overall, Thiago Pontual's work experience demonstrates their expertise in engineering, project management, and innovative product development in the oil and gas as well as manufacturing industries.

Thiago Pontual began their education journey in 1998 at the Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, where they pursued a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering. Thiago completed this program in 2004.

In 2002, Thiago Pontual enrolled at the Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro. Thiago pursued a postgraduate degree in Pipeline Engineering and completed the program in 2003.