Nelson Nakaharada

Nelson Nakaharada is an accomplished engineering professional with extensive experience in the automotive sector, currently serving as an ADAS Application Engineer at Valeo Automotive Systems. Since May 2022, Nelson has contributed to the validation of automated and autonomous driving features and also works as an Engineer Consultant for aizoOn Technology Consulting, delivering ADAS solutions for utility vehicle projects across multiple countries. Nelson's prior roles at Ford Motor Company include serving as a liaison engineer with Valeo, as well as holding positions focused on vehicle electrical systems and product development. With a background that includes significant tenure at Ford and experience with MSX International do Brasil, Volkswagen Brazil, and SEMCON, Nelson has developed a strong skill set in automotive product development and electrical engineering. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from FEI and a Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology.