Roberto Carlos Corral Franco

Systems Engineering • Digital Media Strategy • Vocational Pedagogy
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Business Inquiries robfranco@robfrancomedia.com
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Academia
2019 – Present
Associate Professor
TecMilenio University • Juárez, MX
  • Delivering high-performance engineering curriculum including Mechanics, Electrical Systems, Control Theory, and Robotics labs.
  • Auditing active syllabi and leading state-of-the-art programmatic compliance updates.
2018 – 2019
Research Assistant
University of Calgary, Robotarium Lab • Calgary, Canada
  • Conducted physical R&D modeling for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles integrated with articulated robotic manipulation arms.
  • Managed tactical instructional support for automation and electrical workshops.
Engineering Jobs
2022 – 2023
Design Release Engineer
Stellantis • CDMX, México
  • Directed total components release frameworks from configuration prototyping to validation tracking.
  • Formulated corporate KPI performance documentation and financial viability metrics.
2021
Staff Resident Engineer
Adient • Juárez, México
  • Acted as primary operational intermediary handling configuration changes between tier-1 global OEMs and plant manufacturing.
  • Executed systematic root-cause mitigation loops via A3, A4, and Kaizen rules.
2020
Industrial Test & Validation Engineer
Aptiv • Juárez, México
  • Designed black box verification matrix runs for newly scaled automotive physical instrumentation clusters.
  • Maintained strict functional safety compliance down to ISO 26262 specifications.
2018
Product Resident Engineer
Lear Corporation • Juárez, México
  • Supervised wiring harness variants and front optics lighting system component matrices.
  • Audited detailed 3D design components against strict global PPAP validation baselines.
2016 – 2018
Mechanical Design Engineer
Delphi Technologies MTC • Juárez, México
  • Engineered 3D modeling architectures for mechanical fuel pumps, transmission valves, and powertrain sensors.
  • Evaluated stress tolerance runs using Ansys FEA and modernized internal standards to ASME rules.
2015 – 2016
Engineering Intern
Ansell Healthcare • Juárez, México
  • Handled floor process controls and deployed localized optimization layouts for high-volume glove manufacturing stamping equipment.
Entrepreneurship
2026
Active Venture Incubations
Stealth Mode Software Labs
  • Gamified Automatic Learning Tool: Algorithmic software introducing gaming mechanics to rigorous engineering pipelines.
  • Job Placement Application: An enterprise HR-Tech link coordinating engineering talent placements directly with major industrial OEMs.
  • Media Expansion: Strategic layout formulation for an upcoming corporate engineering and business media channel property.
2019 – Present
Agency Director & Founder
RobFrancoMedia
  • Scaled standalone channels into a modern marketing agency managing global tier-1 brand campaigns (McDonald's Latam, 7-Eleven, C&A).
  • Built the personal brands "PKMN Trainer Rob Franco" and "RobFranco GO" to a combined multi-platform audience of over 205,000 active members.
  • Vetted member of the official Niantic & TPCi Creator Program for live international deployments.
2017 – 2018
Co-Founder
Jelous Cosmetics
  • Architected a regional specialized product distribution structure operating directly within the Juárez border zone.
  • Oversaw supply chains and warehouse operations leading to a successful corporate acquisition sale.

Technical & Professional Skills Matrix

1. Leadership, Pedagogy & Humanities

Advanced Digital Teaching Ecosystem
TecMilenio University • 2019 – 2026
LMS Frameworks (2026): Full Accreditation in Canvas Advanced, Intermediate, and Basic Active Learning Models (2026): Project-Based Learning, Challenge-Based Learning, and Advanced Flipped Classroom Core Platforms: Operational Administration in MAPS Model v3.0, Blackboard, and Introduction to the Digital Library
Human Dignity & Empathy Certifications
TecMilenio University • 2025 – 2026
Inclusion & Equity (2026): Human Dignity Promoter, ABCs of Diversity, and Gender Perspective Support Pathways (2026): Psychological First Aid, Celebrating Neurodiversity, and Effective Masculinities Wellbeing & Awareness: Healthy Minds Masterclass, Mindfulness Workshop (MBSR), and Body Diversity
Governance, AI Pedagogy & Management Skills
Microsoft / CDG / Tecmilenio • 2012 – 2025
AI for Teachers (2025): Artificial Intelligence Integration in University Teaching (Microsoft) Corporate Integrity: Integrity Auditing in Strategic Positions and Personal Data Compliance Operational Management: Management Skills (e-Leadership Plus) and The Art of Public Speaking Corporate Integrity Commitment 2021-2025

2. Engineering, Technology & Cloud

AWS Academy Graduate - Cloud Foundations
Amazon Web Services • 2025
AWS Cloud Amazon S3
Integrated Systems Cybersecurity
Aptiv / Tecmilenio • 2025
Cybersecurity Infrastructure Data Protection
Six Sigma Green Belt
Delphi • 2017
Project Management Six Sigma
Advanced Mechanical Assessments
Tata Technologies • 2016 – 2017
Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals & 3D Printing Plastics Engineering & Injection Molding Systems
SolidWorks CSWA Certification Prep
NC Tech SA de CV • 2014
SolidWorks 3D CAD

3. Communication & Languages

Complete Language Ecosystem
Industrial Level Assessments
Spanish (Native) English (Professional) French (Professional Level)
TOEFL iBT International Certification
ETS • 2016
English Fluency Business English
TOEIC Professional Certification
ETS • 2013
English Communication

Books Read in 2026

Formative literature guiding my frameworks in structural education, resilience, and personal strategy.
Man's Search For Meaning
Viktor E. Frankl
Meditations
Marcus Aurelius
Atomic Habits
James Clear
Reinventarse
Mario Alonso Puig
Distance Education
Systemic Foundations
Perks of Being a Wallflower
Stephen Chbosky
Unschooling
Educational Philosophy
GRIT
Angela Duckworth
Flourish
Martin E. P. Seligman
Dignity Of Man
Pico della Mirandola