When it comes to innovation in engineering, operational sustainability, and female leadership in scientific research, the name Carolina Araújo Moreira Delci stands out. A civil engineer, researcher, and recognized leader in technology applied to heavy construction, Carolina has not only transformed how large-scale projects are planned and executed, but she has also built a solid academic career with national and international impact.
Her professional path is marked by leadership in complex infrastructure projects — from tailings dam decommissioning to the implementation of digital control and monitoring systems across sites operating with hundreds of heavy equipment units. Carolina has become one of Brazil’s foremost voices in integrating BIM, artificial intelligence, and Lean management into civil engineering.
Her academic impact is equally impressive. With numerous peer-reviewed articles published in respected journals, such as the Brazilian Journal of Development and Revista Científica Sistemática, Carolina has addressed critical topics such as:
- Cost optimization and operational efficiency through sensor technology and AI in heavy machinery;
- Implementation of the Last Planner System (LPS) in large infrastructure projects, advancing scheduling control and continuous improvement;
- The use of artificial intelligence for managing resources, sustainability, and strategic planning in complex industrial sectors.
This body of research, in addition to offering practical solutions to the current challenges in engineering, firmly establishes Carolina as a technical and academic authority in applied innovation.
A milestone in her career was attaining the status of Senior Member of the IEEE — the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, one of the most prestigious global technical organizations. Only about 10% of IEEE members worldwide reach this level of seniority, which is reserved for those who demonstrate sustained excellence and impact in their fields.
“Becoming a Senior Member of IEEE is more than a personal achievement. It’s a recognition that technical knowledge should be used to transform realities, reduce inefficiencies, and build sustainable systems,” Carolina states.
Furthermore, her international experience in Hungary and her advanced proficiency in methodologies such as AWP, Navisworks, BIM 4D, and Lean Planning have made her a sought-after speaker at conferences, training programs, and technical committees both in Brazil and abroad.
Today, Carolina stands as an inspiring role model — a female engineer, researcher, and innovation leader, working at the intersection of science, technology, and real-world transformation. Her career proves that technical excellence, social commitment, and strategic vision can go hand-in-hand to transform the present and build the future.
