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Javier Fraile Fernández

Mechanical Engineer, M.Sc.

  • Reinosa, SPAIN
  • +34 649 41 58 53
  • frailefernandezjavier@gmail.com
  • linkedin.com/in/javier-fraile-fernández-a70a50369

Summary

Project Manager with a Mechanical Engineering background in shipbuilding industry. 

Currently managing a valve supply project, with 4 years of hands-on experience in the design and engineering of actuated valve systems for international military ships. Skilled in sizing calculations, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and Structural Dynamics (FEA: Modal, SRS) using ANSYS.

Early in my career, I focused on acquiring transversal IT and workplace skills, which now enhance my ability to lead teams and adapt quickly to new challenges. Starting as a Process Improvement Technician allowed me to develop a strong Lean Manufacturing mindset and master data acquisition, transformation, and analysis using MS tools.

Seeking a challenging engineering role in an English-speaking country, with particular interest in FEA-based simulation projects, advanced engineering calculation tools and a strong commitment to continuous professional growth.

Work experience

Jan 2025Present

Project Manager

SAVAL Marine Valves| Fernández Jove group
  • Management of an international valve supply project for a military submarine.
  • Responsible for scheduling, project coordination, documentation development, FEA simulations, and prototype testing of new designs.
  • Familiar with EN, ISO, MIL-STD, and ASME material standards.

Project and Document Management | MS Project | MS Power Query | ERP Software

Jan 2024Dec 2025

FEA Engineer

SAVAL Marine Valves| Fernández Jove group
  • Collected fluid dynamics (CFD) performance data of valves with Ansys Fluent.
  • Automated the geometry generation, meshing and solving processes with RSM.
  • Performed structural dynamics simulations (Modal, SRS) to support shock tests.
  • Performed accurate hand torque calculations in the development of a new rack-and-pinion hydraulic actuator design.

Fluid Dynamics | Structural Dynamics | ANSYS | Shock test | Hydraulic actuators

Oct 2021Dec 2023

Project and Design Engineer

Fernandez Jove C&I | Fernández Jove group
  • Created 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings of marine valves using Solid Edge.
  • Selected electric and pneumatic actuators for marine valves in major naval projects, such as F-110 Spanish Frigates, ensuring compliance with high standards.
  • Prepared and managed technical documentation for various naval projects, including sprinkler safety systems for frigates and design of control panels for actuated systems.
  • Began handling work management tasks for other team members.

Solid Edge | Valve motorization | Control Systems | Hydraulic safety systems | ERP

Apr 2019Dec 2019

Process Improvement Technician

Reinosa Forgings & Castings SL
  • Improved milling and molding processes adopting a Lean Manufacturing mindset.
  • Experienced in data analysis using MS software like Excel, Power Query and Pivot.

Lean Manufacturing | Data analysis | Steel making | Sand model casting

Education

Oct 2023Apr 2025

Master's degree in Renewable Energy and Sustainability

Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes

Thesis (8.5/10)- Energy certification of an apartment before and after a full renovation.

Oct 2019July 2021

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Universidad de Cantabria

Thesis (9.5/10) - Design and simulation of a centrifugal pump impeller with Ansys CFD software.

Sept 2015Sept 2019

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Universidad de Cantabria

Thesis (9/10) - Continuous improvement plan for steel casting parts process.

Portfolio

Master’s thesis presentations on energy efficiency and fluid dynamics can be downloaded below.

Professional interests

  • Multidomain system simulation (MATLAB, Simulink)
  • Python scripting for engineering 
  • Thermodynamics and thermal engineering

Hobbies/Interest

  • Competitive swimming
  • Mountain sports (Hiking, MTB)
  • Playing the piano
  • Reinosa, SPAIN
  • +34 649 41 58 53
  • frailefernandezjavier@gmail.com
  • linkedin.com/in/javier-fraile-fernández-a70a50369

Skills

Mechanical Engineering
  • Fluid Dynamics and hydraulics
  • Structural Resistance
  • CAD. Solid Edge
  • CAD. Autodesk Inventor
  • Materials engineering. Course in Steel designation.
FEA Engineering
  • Ansys Fluent. CFD
  • Ansys Discovery
  • Ansys Mechanical
  • Modal, vibration and SRS 
  • Workbench parametrization
  • Ansys Remote Solver Manager
Electrical engineering
  • Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering
  • Electric machines
  • Grid distribution
  • Power generation
  • Experienced in working with electric actuators
  • Designed electric control panels
Project Management
  • Master's degree in Industrial Engineering
  • Master's degree in Renewable Energies
  • PM in an international valve supply for a military submarine
Data analysis. MS software
  • MS Excel
  • MS Power Query and Pivot
  • MS Power BI
  • MS Project

Workplace skills

  • Committed
  • Self-Demanding
  • Approachable and empathetic
  • Team Player
  • Ability to learn quickly
  • Independent

Achievements

  • Demonstrated success in roles leading to quick promotions within the organization.
  • Demonstrated dedication and resilience by successfully managing full-time employment alongside university studies
  • Graduated with distinction and honors in the Science track of High School, achieving an equivalent GPA of 3.82/4.00.

Languages

  • Spanish (native speaker)
  • English (Professional working proficiency).

August 14, 2025