Experience

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  Körner chemienanlagenbau ges.m.b.h.

  Apr 1998 - Oct 1998

  Design engineer

  Design engineer for galvanizing plants.

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  Transmission and engine systems magna (tesma) - r&d europe

  Nov 1998 - Jul 2003

  Responsible for the development of innovative products including wheel rims utilizing alternative materials for a German OEM. Responsible for the design of innovative powertrain products including variable water pumps, automated gearboxes and active torque controlled transfer cases.

  • Project Manager

    Dec 2001 - Jul 2003

  • Design Engineer

    Nov 1998 - Nov 2001
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  Magna international

  Aug 2003 - now

  In charge of technology scouting for Innovative Manufacturing Technologies MPT global with focus on e-mobility. This includes technology forecasting, exploring of technology trends, know-how management, execution of sustainability projects, initiation of technology rollouts, benchmark analyses and patent management are some examples of the activities. I actively identify and engage technology companies, service providers, university research projects and startups that will help to improve products of Magna Powertrain. Creating and updating of technology road maps and technology radars are further important activities to ensure the company remains informed of my findings. Show less Responsible for the Program Management of innovative technology projects with focus on e-mobility applications based on a stage gate development process. Main Tasks included the initiation of search field and idea generation activities, creating project descriptions, tracking of projects (cost, timing, resources, progress), monitoring of project risks, preparation and execution of project gates, patent management, coordination of benchmarking activities, creation and updating of roadmaps and budget planning. Show less

  • Sr. Engineer, Innovative Manufacturing and Recycling Technologies

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Technology Scout for Innovative Manufacturing and Recycling Technologies

    Jan 2021 - Dec 2023

  • Innovation Manager Component Process Development

    Jan 2018 - Dec 2020

  • Information Manager Innovative Manufacturing Technologies

    Sept 2007 - Dec 2017

  • Project Manager

    Aug 2003 - Aug 2007