Hector Barea

Hector Barea has an extensive work history that spans several decades. Hector currently holds the position of Associate Principal Design Engineer at YETI, a role they have held since October 2022. Prior to this, they worked as a Senior Design Engineer at YETI from April 2021 to October 2022.

Before joining YETI, Hector worked at Tupperware Brands for a significant portion of their career. Hector held the position of Product Research and Development Manager (Product Innovation Worldwide) from February 2016 to April 2021. In this role, they led a small team, inspiring them to explore new technologies and develop next-generation products, resulting in an increased Intellectual Property portfolio. Hector also managed day-to-day department activities, supervised engineers, and scheduled projects.

Prior to their role as a manager, Hector served as a Senior Research and Development Engineer (Product Innovation Worldwide) at Tupperware Brands from October 2007 to April 2021. During this time, they collaborated with internal and external partners to engineer award-winning consumer products and led global project teams involving disciplines such as CAD, Industrial Design, Mold Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain. Hector also worked as a Senior Product Designer (CAD Engineer) at Tupperware Brands from April 1998 to October 2007. In this role, they developed product designs, created CAD drawings, and provided engineering solutions to complex technical problems.

Hector's earlier experience includes working at Motorola Solutions as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer from June 1992 to April 1998. In this role, they were responsible for introducing new products to production and overseeing the design and manufacturing process. Prior to this, they had a part-time job and worked on a special student project at the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez from June 1989 to May 1992.

Overall, Hector Barea has a diverse background in design engineering, with a focus on product development, project management, and team leadership.

Hector Barea earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez. In addition to their formal education, they have also obtained certifications in Design Thinking from Rutgers University Continuing Education and in TRIZ/Systematic Innovation at Levels 1 & 2 from Systematic Innovation Ltd. The specific months and years when they obtained these certifications are not provided.