Mechanical Engineer — Available for opportunities

RafaelMatos

Designing systems that move, perform, and endure. Focused on precision engineering, structural analysis, and turning complex problems into elegant mechanical solutions.

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About me

Engineering with intention.

5
Years of Study
3
Projects Completed
BSc
Materials Engineering
MSc
Mechanical Engineering

Hi, I'm Rafael — a mechanical engineer with a passion for solving real-world physical challenges through rigorous design and analysis. I thrive at the intersection of theory and hands-on implementation.

My main areas of interest include materials science, manufacturing processes, and CAD. The projects I take most enjoyment out of are the ones where the practical value is maximized.

Based in Portugal 🇵🇹 — open to remote and international opportunities.

Expertise
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Manufacturing
Additive Manufacturing CNC Machining Welding Alloying Quality Control
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Design & CAD
Fusion 360 AutoCAD Prototyping Technical Drawing
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Analysis & Simulation
FEA / FEM ABAQUS Python
Experience
2026 - Present
Engineering Student/Engineering Intern
INEGI/FEUP - Porto

Currently doing my thesis at INEGI.

2025
Engineering Intern
Continental Mabor - Lousado, Porto

Supported the maintenance team and contributed to the optimization of the maintenance processes, estimating up to a 20% reduction in downtime.

2021 - Present
Engineering Student
Faculty of Engineering - University of Porto

Studying for a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, focusing on materials science and technological processes.

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Let's work
together.

Have a project or opportunity? I'd love to hear from you.