Nicolas Ruiz
Lightsview,Australia
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in automotive parts trading, specialising in collision and suspension components. Skilled in sourcing, interpreting, and supplying high-quality crash parts, ensuring precise and reliable repairs.
With a strong background in mechanical engineering, I have solid knowledge of CAD software, structural analysis, metal structures, and materials strength, supporting efficient repair processes and quality assurance in automotive applications.
I have a practical, problem-solving approach, allowing me to assess crash damage effectively, reduce downtime, and improve repair workflows. Experienced in working with multidisciplinary teams and diverse clients, ensuring smooth project execution and high-quality outcomes.
I am committed to product quality, professional integrity, and customer satisfaction, staying up to date with the latest automotive technologies and repair methods. Passionate about continuous improvement, I look for ways to optimise processes and contribute to innovation in the automotive repair and engineering industry.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Parts Manager and Production Assistant
Regal Crash Repairs
Windsor Gardens, SA
02.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with store manager on inventory purchases, updates and replacements.
- Maintained accurate inventory accounts through good recordkeeping practices and regular counts.
- Restructured warehouse picking locations and reserved slots to achieve maximum employee productivity.
- Maintained accurate records of production activities including cost analysis, labor hours, equipment utilization.
- Coordinated production requirements with staffing functions.
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for workshop processes.
Junior Estimator
JV Crash Repairs
Wingfield, SA
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Calculated damage and claim values with Audanet, iBodyShop, PartsCheck.
- Detailed summaries based on inspections and photographs to document damage.
- Different methods of damage repair
Sales Assistant
Mil Repuestos Automotores
Cartago, Colombia
08.2015 - 07.2022
- Sales assistance.
- Warehouse administration, organisation and stocks.
- Use of online catalogues.
Engineering Lab Assistant
UTP Internal combustion engine laboratory
Pereira, Colombia
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Predictive and corrective engine maintenance.
- Instrumentation and laboratory testing of engines.
- Use of data acquisition software.
Education
M.D. - Engineering Management
Torrens University
Adelaide, SA.08-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering
Technological University of Pereira
Colombia07.2022
Skills
- Automotive parts trading & sourcing
- Professional software (Inventor, SolidWorks, Ansys)
- Structural analisys
- Crash damage assessment
- Trade software (iBodyShop, Andanet, PartsCheck)
- Quality control
Additional Information
Paul Lopes
General Manager
Regal Crash Repairs
0410 560 993
Ianna Malcolm
Administration
JV Crash Repairs
0433 233 863
Wayne Nogal
Senior Painter
Regal Crash
0400 003 941
Dylan Wallace
Panel Beater
Regal Crash
0419 730 866
Timeline
Parts Manager and Production Assistant
Regal Crash Repairs
02.2023 - Current
Junior Estimator
JV Crash Repairs
01.2023 - 02.2023
Engineering Lab Assistant
UTP Internal combustion engine laboratory
08.2018 - 12.2019
Sales Assistant
Mil Repuestos Automotores
08.2015 - 07.2022
M.D. - Engineering Management
Torrens University
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering
Technological University of Pereira
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