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Carlos Mestre Cebrián

Integration Engineer | Automotive · Industrial IoT · Edge Computing

Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

About me

Integration Engineer with 10+ years connecting hardware, software and protocols in industrial, automotive and IoT environments.

Production stack: Node.js, MariaDB, Docker, Linux. Dual background in telecommunications (UPV) and electronics (TUS Ireland).

I bridge hardware constraints, network protocols and application software without needing someone else in between. Combined track record in industrial and automotive systems integration, technical consulting and university-level engineering teaching (Nebrija).

Experience

  • school Associate Professor - School of Engineering @ Nebrija University

    • Cross-domain teaching spanning software (Data Structures, Software Engineering, Advanced Programming) and digital hardware design (VHDL/FPGAs). Practical exercises in Python, Java and VHDL. Code evaluation and technical mentorship for engineering undergraduates.
  • data_object Security, Infrastructure & Development Consultant @ Kensington Language Centre S.L.

    • External contractor for language school: security auditing, IT infrastructure management and web development in PHP/Laravel.
  • school Programming & Systems Instructor @ Servicio Público de Empleo Estatal SEPE

    • Professional certification instructor: Computer Systems Programming (IFCT0609), Database Administration (IFCT0310), Building Automation Systems (ELEM0111).
  • data_object Integration Engineer - Automotive R&D @ FICOSA

    • Cross-domain integration in automotive R&D (3 projects, 2.5 years):
    • Office-to-factory / PLM-MES integration (Node.js + Django): Centralized product design flow from multiple departments to factory floor. Achieved ~30% reduction in design-to-production transfer times.
    • V2X Vehicle-to-Everything (C++/NDK to Android): Integrated Autotalks V2X chipset with Android platform via NDK, bridging undocumented C++ SDK with mobile application layer. Zero external documentation available, worked directly from header files.
    • FLAME 5G Edge Computing (DASH/MEC): Built video transcoding prototype over Multi-access Edge Computing. Edge server dynamically instantiated following vehicles across the 5G network. Live pilot deployed in 5GBarcelona/Poblenou district.
    • Technologies: C++ (NDK), Android, Node.js, Django, DASH, MEC, V2X, Docker, Proxmox.
  • data_object Integration Engineer @ Inbenta

    • Integrated Inbenta's SaaS platform (NLP, Series B) with Santander México's banking infrastructure. Direct technical interface with the client team: requirements gathering, integration design and deployment into their environment. Adapted proprietary Inbenta APIs to the bank's systems and security constraints.
    • Technologies: JavaScript, Node.js, PHP, LAMP.
  • data_object Web Developer @ Duplex

    • Front-end development and e-commerce for enterprise brands (Mattel, Lays, Carrefour). Technologies: HTML/CSS, PHP (CodeIgniter), Node.js, AWS, Magento.
  • data_object Integration Engineer - Industrial Software @ apeIT GmbH

    • Software-hardware integration
    • MES/MOM-layer integration: bridge between ERP and factory-floor execution (warehouse, scanners, industrial network).
    • WMS (Warehouse Management System): Complete warehouse management system with handheld devices. Integrated custom ERP with warehouse hardware, barcode scanners and industrial network.
    • Industrial prototypes: Access control and machine control using Raspberry Pi on factory floors. Industrial network cabling.
    • Cross-platform apps: Mobile development with Appcelerator connecting iOS devices to industrial backend systems.
    • Technologies: Node.js, MariaDB, MongoDB, Laravel, Linux, Raspberry Pi, Appcelerator, iOS, Infinite Peripherals, industrial networks.
  • data_object Owner - Cybercafé @ Games Valley

    • Cybercafé owner in Vinaròs. Full business management:
    • LAN setup
    • PC assembly and repair
    • Video game rental
    • Customer service
    • First entrepreneurial experience at age 18, prior to university.

Education

  • school TUS - Technological University of the Shannon (Athlone Institute of Technology)

    • BEng in Electronics and Wireless Communications
  • school UPV - Universidad Politécnica de Valencia

    • Telecommunications Engineering - Telematics Specialization