Senior Automation Engineer at SAR Elektronic GmbH (2016-01 – Present)
Responsible for the complete electrical hardware planning and engineering lifecycle for industrial automation, environmental, and power plant projects, including concept development, hardware planning, electrical design, schematic development using EPLAN Electric P8, interdisciplinary coordination, control cabinet manufacturing support, installation and commissioning support, and final project documentation.
- Planned and engineered electrical hardware concepts in compliance with applicable international machinery and electrical engineering standards.
- Developed electrical schematics, control cabinet layouts, terminal diagrams, cable documentation, and electrical project documentation using EPLAN Electric P8.
- Developed machine safety concepts, including emergency stop circuits, guard door integration, and safety-related control systems.
- Coordinated hardware interfaces, I/O allocation and interdisciplinary collaboration with software engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepared bills of materials (BOMs), coordinated component selection and procurement activities, and supported control cabinet manufacturing through engineering revisions and technical assistance.
- Prepared thermal calculations, DGUV V3 reports, and SISTEMA safety documentation.
- Coordinated with project managers, commissioning teams, and engineering departments while providing technical support during installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and project execution.
- Provided electrical hardware engineering support for international automation projects in the automotive, logistics, environmental, and energy sectors, including BMW facilities in Germany, Mexico, and South Africa.
Automation Engineer (Control Systems Engineer) at BMW Group (via Alpha Engineering GmbH) (2013-09 – 2015-12)
- Served as a member of BMW's cross-functional standardization team, developing company-wide engineering standards, template projects, and best practices for the implementation and documentation of EPLAN Electric P8 across multiple production technologies.
- Coordinated plant-wide electrical documentation management across multiple production technologies, ensuring consistent engineering documentation and EPLAN standards throughout the Leipzig manufacturing site.
- Developed technical concepts for plant modifications and coordinated engineering changes in close collaboration with the planning department, ensuring seamless implementation within ongoing series production.
- Provided technical oversight of external suppliers during plant modifications and new installations, ensuring compliance with BMW engineering standards, technical specifications, and documentation requirements.
- Supported control systems engineering for automotive paint shop production.
- Coordinated electrical system documentation using EPLAN Electric P8.
- Ensured operational reliability of automation systems in series production.
- Supported production teams in troubleshooting and optimization of automation systems.
Consulting Electrical Design Engineer and Planner at SGB Steuerungstechnik GmbH (2009-11 – 2013-08)
- Planned electrical systems for industrial automation, public infrastructure, commercial buildings, and modernization projects.
- Designed fire alarm, intrusion detection, emergency lighting, public address, video surveillance, lightning protection, and life safety systems in accordance with applicable regulations and customer requirements.
- Developed electrical documentation, system layouts, and electrical schematics using EPLAN Electric P8 and AutoCAD.
- Planned and coordinated technical refurbishment projects for public buildings, schools, residential properties, and municipal facilities.
- Prepared technical tender documentation, supported procurement processes in accordance with VOB regulations, participated in bid evaluations, contractor selection, and technical award discussions.
- Designed electrical systems in compliance with applicable DIN, EN, and VDE standards as well as project-specific technical requirements.
- Contributed to the detailed engineering of the Leipzig City Tunnel safety systems for Bosch Security Systems by redesigning and coordinating electrical planning documentation.
- Planned photovoltaic and backup power solutions for German Embassy Facilities, including the electrical integration into existing electrical installations.
- Supported engineering projects across industrial and infrastructure sectors.
Electrical Technician / Service Engineer at OTE Scheigenpflug GmbH (2002-08 – 2007-08)
- Worked as installation fitter and service technician with primary focus on industrial electroplating and surface treatment technologies.
- Installed and commissioned industrial automation, electroplating, and wastewater treatment systems for surface treatment applications.
- Performed electrical installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and service activities for industrial production equipment and automation systems.
- Built and assembled control cabinets, including component installation, wiring, and material preparation.
- Installed pneumatic systems, process piping, and media supply systems as part of industrial surface treatment facilities.
- Performed commissioning activities and provided on-site technical support during installation and production startup phases.
Site Manager / Construction Supervisor at Benseler Group
- Led and coordinated a multidisciplinary installation team of 15 technicians during the construction of cathodic dip coating (CDC) facilities.
- Coordinated subcontractors, construction activities, and technical interfaces between trades.
- Ensured compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and construction schedules.
