OTA for AED (Android Embedded Device) Audi, Porsch, VW, Bentley (since 11/2022), TPM Technical Project Manager OTA, Joynext GmbH
- Extension for a MIB headunit to enable app installation
- OTA Team Lead
- Setup and tracking of Change Requests (CR)
- Quotations for change requests
- Customer contact for all OTA (Over The Air Update) topics for the customers Audi, Porsche, VW and Bentley
- Setup and maintain schedule incl. resource planning
- Technical clarification of CR`s and issues
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Transmission control and Inverter for BMW (11/2020-11/2022),Basis Software Project Manager / SWK Software Koordinator, ZF Friedrichshafen AG
- Development of a transmission control and inverter for BMW MHEV, PHEV
- Setup and tracking of Change Requests (CR)
- Release plannning (content)
- Interface role between customer und internal project team
- Reporting to senior management
- Task Force Management
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Detection Systems (07/2017-05/2020), Program Manager, Smiths Heimann GmbH / Smiths Detection
- Program manager for the airport Schiphol (Netherlands) and Spain
- Coordination between several projects
- Requirements Analysis, Review/ Clarification of tender documents, quote generation
- Creation of project documentation
- Coordination of several projects with the development department
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FPK Entry Instrument Cluster (07/2015-06/2017), SWPM Software Project Manager, Continental GmbH
- Development of a free programmable instrument cluster (display) for VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda
- Project management in a matrix structure
- Support for offshore teams in Singapore, Mexico and Rumania
- Support for sample shop in Czech Republic and Germany
- Ticket Tracking, Change Request Management and Error Management
- Sample Coordination
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ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANT SYSTEMS ADAS (02/2015-06/2015), Project Director Software Development, ADC Automotive Distance Control Systems GmbH
- Software Task Force Daimler BR213
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INNOVATION MANAGEMENT (07/2014-02/2015), Head of Innovation Management, Alois Kober GmbH
- Introduce electronic development to a metal-working company to create innovation and new business fields and additional growth.
- Review of Ideas and Concepts created in the past
- Internet research of products and developments
- Structured and rated the ideas
- Developed and specified an electronic system, business plan, budget and schedule
- Specified a iOS and Android app
- Decission between native and hybrid app.
- Negotiated with potential development partners (outsourced development)
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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM DAIMLER NTG5 (01/2012-06/2014), Software Projekt Manager, Harman Becker Automotive Systems GmbH
- Development of the Daimler NTG5 Infotainment System (Headunit and Fondunit/ Rear Seat Entertainment) for Mercedes S-Class (BR 222/ 222CY, BR217), C-Class (BR 205) and Viano/Vito (VS20).
- Management of the sub-project managers as well as their teams (Navigation, Tuner, SDARS, DAB, TV, HD, Diagnose, Bluetooth, Telefonie, SDS, TTS, Medien)
- Tracking the offshore teams located in China, India and Ukraine
- Ticket Tracking, Change Request Management und Errormanagement
- Resourceplanning and -management
- Customer management
- Projectmanager PMO for BMW EntryNav, NBT und NBTevo
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ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (04/2011-12/2011), Software Project Manager, ZF Lenksysteme (BOSCH)
- Managed a matrix team to develop software for electric power steering systems (4 Projects).
- Developed project plan, negotiated timing and requirements with other departments and customer Daimler AG and AMG
- Planed and managed Resources.
- Managed software release delivery and certification processes.
- Ensured delivery under time pressure and resource bottleneck by planning and motivation of employees.
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SURROUND VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM, TPM Technical Project Manager, Magna Electronics Europe GmbH
- Managed a team of 72 engineers to develop and manufacture an automotive camera system ($18 Mio prestige project) for SLP9 and SLP10 (Autosar).
- Developed project plan, negotiated timing and requirements with OEM, suppliers and subcontractors.
- Recruited, screened and hired high skilled engineers for key positions.
- Initiated quality processes according to ISO/IEC 15504/ SPICE requirements.
- Drive a joint venture as the first joint project.
- Managed establishment of a common development and quality process according to SPICE.
- Introduced new manufacturing process adapted throughout the factory.
- Deputy of the Program Manager.
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GLOBAL A HEADUNIT, Office Manager, Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America
- Managed an Engineering Department in Germany specializing in evaluating international automotive test rides and handling development projects for General Motors’ Global A platform.
- Managed major vehicle reflash activity despite constant requirement changes, and devoted high overtime hours to ensure project success.
- Evaluated two major problems which had stopped production. These involved a deficient sequence in production and end-of-line testing that triggered a stored defective code in vehicles, and software issues. Documented all issues and information, held discussions with US experts, and worked with production line engineers to resolve issues and advance production.
- Managed shut down of the department for cost savings due the economic crisis. This included lay off all employees, shipping/storing all equipment, termination of contracts, returning vehicles.
- Supported Opel Ruesselsheim development and manufacturing as Senior Customer Engineer.
- Performed development tasks as member of the international Global A development team.
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DRIVE BY WIRE AFTERMARKED SYSTEM, Project Manager, Paravan GmbH
- Development of a aftermarket system which replaces steering wheel / pedals with a joystick
- Led turnaround of a $750,000 project that faced problems and was behind schedule.
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ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC), Requirements Manager, Continental Teves AG & Co. oHG
- Established a critical requirements management infrastructure that helped the client avoid significant fines and loss of a contract valued at $26.1 million.
- Provided knowledge management that helped the team achieve defined goals, increased efficiency, and avoided revenue differences between client and employer.
- Contributed to project by strengthening communications and flow of information between employees of client, company, and Continental headquarters’ office.
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RAIN/ LIGHT SENSOR/ WIPER SYSTEM, Development Engineer, Daimler AG
Performed development tasks, managed all testing activities
- Transaction and organization of tests
- Developed and introduced systematic test & verification (HIL, SIL and manual test)
- Test evaluation
- Competition analysis
- Preparation of test specifications
- Review of specifications
- Organization and transaction of vehicle rebuilding
- Supported TIER1 suppliers Hella and Kostal
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VOICE CONTROLLED SYSTEM (SDS), Development Engineer, Daimler AG
- Managed and performed all testing activities
- Preparation of test scripts for 7 countries
- Organization and transaction of tests with native speakers in Europe
- Mounting, support and evaluation of recording computers
- Organization and transaction of vehicle rebuilding
- Prepared bug reports consisting of ECU traces, CAN traces and video clips
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ELECTRONIC CLUTCH CONTROL TRUCKS, Development Engineer, Daimler AG / Continental (former SiemensVDO)
- Resident engineer
- C-Code analysis
- Preparation of documents according to SPICE quality guidelines
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FLASHING TELEMATICS, Development Engineer, Daimler AG
Developed documented flash processes for MOST and CAN Devices
- Development and test of a defined Flash process for MOST control devices
- Specification and test of new diagnostic services
- Network Management MOST and CAN
- Training of co-workers
- Organization and execution of reflash activities and vehicle rebuilding
- Support TIER1 Suppliers:
- HarmannBecker – Audio Gateway (AGW) and Headunit
- Siemens - Headunit
- Bose – High End Amplifier
- Panasonic – Headunit Japan
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