When Jesús Arozamena joined MimecriUSA as an intern engineer, he stepped into the middle of a bold industrial expansion. With sleeves rolled up and an open mind, he’s helping lay the foundations of Ecrimesa Group’s American operations, MimecriUSA, while learning something new every day.

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1. What attracted you to Ecrimesa Group / MimecriUSA?
What really caught my attention was the MIM technology. I hadn’t heard much about it before, but once I started digging in, I realized how much potential it has — both technically and in terms of future applications. Joining MimecriUSA at the very beginning of its journey also seemed like a rare opportunity. Being involved from the ground up, helping shape the facility, the workflow, the culture… that was a huge motivation.

2. What has it meant for you to be part of a company in full international expansion?
Professionally, it’s been a huge boost. I’m learning every day and being exposed to so many aspects of how a manufacturing company runs. It’s a steep learning curve, but I love that. Personally, it’s also a big shift, living in the U.S. has pushed me to adapt to a different culture, a different rhythm. It’s made me more flexible, more independent, and much more open-minded.

3. What surprised you most when you arrived in the United States?
The pace and the lifestyle are very different from what I was used to in Spain. One thing that struck me is how little people walk — the streets are much quieter, especially after work hours. And there are small things that still surprise me, like the fact that you can turn right at a red light. It sounds silly, but it’s the kind of detail that reminds you you’re somewhere new.

4. What motivates you most about your current role?
The fact that I’m helping set everything up from scratch. We’re not just maintaining something that already exists, we’re building it.

5. How would you explain your job to someone not familiar with the industrial sector?
I’d say I support the Plant Manager in the day-to-day running of the plant, coordinating production, adjusting and maintaining injection machines and sintering ovens. Basically, I help make sure the process runs efficiently so we can deliver high-quality MIM parts. It’s very hands-on and very practical, which I enjoy.

6. What do you hope to learn or contribute in this new professional stage?
I hope to understand the full picture, not just one part of the process, but how all the departments fit together. I want to be able to jump in wherever I’m needed and understand the impact of each decision. That kind of versatility is what I’m aiming for. And at the same time, I hope I can bring energy, adaptability, and a willingness to take on challenges head-on.

7. If not Ecrimesa / MimecriUSA… what company or field would you be curious to explore?
Probably something related to the automotive or aerospace industry. I’ve always found both fields fascinating.

8. An object you can’t work without (and why)?
A pen and some paper. I try to keep track of everything I’m working on, and writing things down helps me stay organized. Even though I rely on my memory a lot, having that backup makes a big difference.

9. Recommend a movie, a series, a song, and a book to help us get to know you better.
For a movie, I’d go with The Godfather, any of them. I love the storytelling and the atmosphere. As for music, I always come back to Estopa. Their entire discography is part of my daily soundtrack. I’m not really a big reader, to be honest.

10. A country or city you’re eager to visit?
There are quite a few! Egypt, Italy, Japan… I’d love to visit these countries!