Product Development Mechanical Engineering

Adolfo Benjamin Arellano Maya

Scotts Valley, CA, US

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Seasoned product development executive with 30+ years of experience advancing consumer-centric designs from concept to mass production. Expertise in mechanical engineering, high-volume manufacturing, and design for manufacturability drives rapid prototyping and process optimization. Proven leader in guiding cross-functional teams and managing technology transitions to deliver significant revenue gains and accelerated time-to-market.

Core Proficiencies & Skills

• Product Development & Engineering: Hardware & software device development, Consumer electronics design & testing, New Product Introduction (NPI), Design for manufacturability (DFM/DFA), High-volume manufacturing, Rapid prototyping & additive manufacturing, Laboratory setup & operations, Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Injection Molding, Manufacturing Engi- neering, CAD Proficiency

• Business & Market Expertise: Cost reduction & efficiency initiatives, Revenue impact & program profitability oversight, Global product launch experience

• Technical Tools & Systems: SolidWorks, Creo, ARTIOS, MS Project, Smartsheet, Meisterplan, JIRA, Confluence, Gabi, SPC, FMEA

• Program & Project Management: Program Management Office (PMO) leadership, Cross-functional team leadership, Agile & waterfall methodologies, Scheduling, scoping & critical path analysis, Resource, Budget & risk management, Business continuity planning, portfolio management. Change management & process optimization.

• Leadership & Strategy: Strategic thinking & operational excellence, Team mentoring, coaching & empowerment, Stakeholder engagement & communication

• Packaging & Sustainability: Packaging engineering & innovation, Packaging platform design & cost optimization, Sustainability assessment & carbon footprint, ISTA-certified laboratory operations, Consumer packaging for global clients Professional Experience

HP Inc. Jan 2022 - Jul 2025

Sr. Director, Product Development (PMO), R&D Scotts Valley, CA Led a global Product Development PMO, overseeing 35+ concurrent hardware and software device programs, generating $200M+ in annual revenue while ensuring robust design for manufacturability principles and smooth transition to mass production.

• Built and directed a global PMO team of 15 program managers across the US, UK, Canada, China, and Mexico, managing 10 new product launches and 25 sustaining projects with ODM partners, emphasizing consumer-centric product design.

• Revamped end-to-end program development by integrating best practices in scoping, scheduling, critical path analysis, risk manage- ment, and resource allocation—enhancing designs for improved manufacturability and reducing time-to-market by 30%.

• Facilitated a seamless process transition from POLY to HP by enhancing tools, systems, processes, and training for global development teams, aligning design innovations with mass production requirements.

• Implemented rigorous business continuity protocols during the pandemic, ensuring operational resilience and protecting 20% of company revenue from disruption.

HP/Poly Inc. Apr 2016 - Oct 2022

Sr. Director of Hardware Engineering, R&D Santa Cruz, CA Provided strategic leadership for North American hardware engineering operations by overseeing 120+ engineers in the development of enterprise-grade headset hardware and software solutions, with a strong focus on consumer-centric product design and transition to high-volume production.

• Directed a high-performing team of 120+ engineers to deliver platform-based hardware/software solutions that accelerated product design, testing, and launch with ODM partners, emphasizing best practices in manufacturing engineering.

• Established Systems Engineering and Forward Engineering functions, collaborating closely with Industrial Design to deliver ear- ly-stage cost and feasibility insights through Design Review session to optimize design for manufacturability, reducing development timelines by 25%.

• Oversaw DVT, EVT, PV, MV, and NPI processes, ensuring rigorous design verification and validation and adherence to manufactura- bility standards, which shortened the end-to-end development timeline from 24 months to 19 months.

• Led cross-functional initiatives for manufacturing readiness by introducing rapid prototyping with multi-composite materials via Stratasys and 3D Systems printers, reducing prototyping cycles from 2 weeks to 2 days (7x faster) and enhancing proof-of-concept validation and user experience testing.

HP/Plantronics Sep 2011 - Mar 2016

Director of Packaging Engineering, R&D Tijuana, Mexico Directed global packaging engineering for high-end consumer electronics, implementing standardized processes and sustainable plat- forms that minimized launch risks, reduced costs, and enhanced environmental performance. Oversaw cross-functional teams delivering innovative packaging solutions for major commercial and retail clients worldwide.

• Directed the establishment of formal packaging development and testing protocols using SolidWorks, Artios CAD, LCA Gabi, ESKO CAM, Color Management System and Lansmont testing equipment, eliminating 90% of launch delays caused by packaging issues.

• Directed the design and deployment of a standardized packaging platform that reduced material costs by 28% and incorporated sustainability assessments, achieving a 50% reduction in carbon footprint through renewable paper materials.

• Directed and mentored a team of 20 engineers and designers to deliver packaging solutions for global clients, including Best Buy, Verizon, Amazon, Orange, and Costco, ensuring consistent quality, compliance, and brand alignment. ITESM Aug 2006 - Oct 2011

Director, Technology Center for Automotive Aguascalientes, Mexico Led the establishment and growth of a university-supported automotive design and testing center, delivering high-value solutions for global industry partners while driving revenue growth through consulting and innovation initiatives. Recognized for building scalable operations, enhancing industry-academic collaboration, and providing strategic expertise to multinational corporations.

• Oversaw the conceptualization, design, launch, and operational management of an automotive design and testing laboratory serving 40+ suppliers for Nissan and GMC.

• Built and expanded a packaging design and consulting practice, achieving 20% year-over-year revenue growth.

• Provided consulting and training programs for multinational corporations, including Colgate, Continental, and American Axle, as well as the United Nations, optimizing packaging operations and industry best practices.

• Designed and setup of 4 Transport Packaging ISTA certified test labs across Mexico to provide validation capabilities to different industry sector and increase export shipments in Automotive, Furniture, Consumer and Capital products. Flex Corp. Aug 2001 - Mar 2006

Packaging Engineering Manager Aguascalientes, Mexico Managed the development and implementation of advanced packaging engineering capabilities in Mexico, delivering significant cost savings, operational efficiencies, and compliance improvements for global clients. Recognized for establishing ISTA-certified testing facilities and leading high-impact packaging redesign initiatives.

• Led the establishment of Mexico’s first ISTA-certified full-scope packaging laboratory, enabling comprehensive product testing and validation across multiple industries.

• Managed a team of 8 engineers in innovative packaging redesign projects, generating over $1.5M in cost savings for major clients, including Motorola, Dell, Nortel, Microsoft, Ericsson, VW, Colgate, P&G, and GM.

• Standardized packaging testing protocols, ensuring compliance with international regulations and reducing global product damage rates.

Flex/Xerox Inc. Nov 1993 - Jun 2001

Design Engineering Manager Aguascalientes, Mexico

Oversaw the end-to-end design and development of pioneering office products, driving cost optimization, process standardization, and market-leading product introductions. Recognized for implementing advanced CAD/CAM systems, establishing testing infrastructure, and delivering high-impact innovations.

• Directed the development and market launch of the first multifunctional device, leading the New Product Introduction (NPI) process with a 10-engineer team, achieving over $1M in annual cost savings.

• Implemented CAD/CAM systems, including IronCAD, Creo, and Surfcam, while establishing a dedicated testing laboratory and standardized development processes for office product lines.

• Created the design team from recruiting to training and coaching to manage BOMs, configuration changes, PDM systems, prototyping and leading of NPI in manufacturing plan for redesigning printers for $5M+ extra revenue. AT&T Consumer Products May 1991 - Oct 1993

R&D Project Lead, R&D Guadalajara, Mexico

Spearheaded the establishment and operationalization of R&D capabilities in Guadalajara, driving high-volume development and delivery of consumer electronics through structured New Product Introduction (NPI) processes.

• Led the transfer of the Indianapolis Design Center to Guadalajara, establishing state-of-the-art equipment, standardized processes, and best practices while training design engineers to support NPI initiatives.

• Directed multidisciplinary product teams to design and launch the first digital voice answering machine in the market, delivering eight high-volume consumer electronics designs and generating $1M in annual revenue. Education

Universidad Isabel I – Barcelona, Spain

Master in Artificial Inteligence

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) – Cambridge, MA Sep 2025 – On going

Jan 1999 - Jul 2001

Master of Science, Design Engineering Management

Rochester Institute of Technology – Rochester, NY May 1997 - Aug 1999 Master of Science, Packaging Science

Universidad LaSalle – Mexico City, Mexico Aug 1983 - Dec 1987 Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Certifications & Training

•AI Workflows and agents:BIG School

•Certified Packaging Laboratory Professional (Lifetime): ISTA

•Management & Leadership:Stanford University

•Project Management:IPADE / ICAMI

•Six Sigma Green Belt in Manufacturing Engineering, TQC, SPC, FMEA:ITESM

•Colorimetry Technology Certificate:IIO

Key Achievements

• I increased revenue in 15% in 20 months, equivalent to 200M usd instead of 30 months and increasing the number of products launched at once from 1 to 3

• I delivered $2M+ in annual cost savings during 3 consecutive years through product redesigns, packaging standardization, and process improvements across multiple prodyct families,Established and scaled global engineering teams (120+ engineers) across North America, Europe, and Asia, enhancing productivity, agility, and innovation.

• I maintained the production continuity and fill rate 95%, avoiding the risk of lack of supply 3 months in advance with a stable process during component shortages due to pandemic, equivalent to 180M usd at risk.

• I developed packaging platforms, test labs and sustainability assessment systems with initiatives achieving a 28% cost reduction and 50% reduction in carbon footprint, serving major global clients including Best Buy, Verizon, Amazon, and Costco.

• I setup and certified 4 packaging testing labs in Mexico to support export industry and reduce damage claims of multiple companies.

• I led innovative product development in AT&T, Xerox, Flex and Plantronics with technology adoption and creating new revenue streams for those companies in new market niches.

Languages

•English (Fluent)

•Spanish (Native)

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