Bern, Berne, Switzerland
Engineering & Industrialization Leader with more than 30 years of international experience in process plants, industrial manufacturing, automation and capital investment projects. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed multidisciplinary engineering teams, complex CAPEX programs, industrialization initiatives and technology transfer projects across Europe, North America and Asia. My background combines hands-on engineering expertise with leadership responsibilities in chemical process plants, polyurethane processing technologies, industrial machinery and manufacturing environments. I have led projects ranging from concept development and equipment specification to installation, commissioning and operational start-up. Key areas of expertise include Process Plants, Engineering Management, Industrialization, CAPEX Projects, Manufacturing Excellence, Technology Transfer, Polyurethane Processing Technologies and Continuous Improvement. During my career, I have held leadership positions within internationally recognized organizations including Vigier Rail, Wegh Group, Alfa Laval, Hennecke OMS, Cannon Group and Negri Bossi, working with customers and partners such as Knauf Canada, Recticel, Hilleng (Bradbury Group) and Bayer Material Science (Covestro). Based in Bern, Switzerland, I work daily in German and English environments and enjoy collaborating with multicultural teams to deliver sustainable industrial solutions and long-term business value.
Lead industrialization projects for new products and manufacturing systems. Manage CAPEX investments and production improvement initiatives. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, suppliers and stakeholders. Drive manufacturing efficiency, process optimization and operational excellence. Support commissioning and implementation of new production technologies. Contribute to long-term manufacturing strategy and continuous improvement programs. Key competencies: Industrialization | CAPEX Projects | Manufacturing Systems | Process Optimization | Continuous Improvement
Joined Wegh Group following the acquisition of Alfa Laval Olmi Automation Division, ensuring continuity of engineering activities and leadership responsibilities. Led Engineering and Maintenance departments in a highly automated industrial environment. Managed multidisciplinary technical teams and external contractors. Directed greenfield and brownfield investment projects. Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment reliability and operational efficiency. Oversaw maintenance strategies, asset management and technical compliance. Supported international projects and technology development initiatives. Key competencies: Engineering Management | Maintenance Management | CAPEX | Asset Reliability | Lean Manufacturing
Engineering Manager at Alfa Laval Olmi in the Railways Sleepers Plant Division, 10 million euros in turnover and 15 employees. Reporting to the GM I managed 12 resources and I was in charge of the engineering office: mechanical, electrical SW, assembly and testing workshop. I took care of the division's project / program management activities, budget definition, commercial offers (costs and discussion with customers) Key competencies: Engineering Leadership | Automation | Product Development | Cost Reduction | Project Management
Managed international projects for polyurethane, TPU and chemical process plants from concept development through commissioning and start-up. Developed process concepts, P&IDs, equipment specifications and technical documentation. Led pilot plant and industrial plant implementation projects for international customers. Coordinated technology transfer, installation and commissioning activities across Europe, North America and Asia. Managed project budgets up to €15M and multidisciplinary project teams. Worked with major industrial customers including Recticel, Knauf Canada, Hilleng (Bradbury Group) and Bayer Material Science (Covestro). Ensured compliance with international standards including ATEX, PED, IECEx, UL/CSA and NEC. Key competencies: Process Engineering | Polyurethane Technologies | Technology Transfer | CAPEX Projects | HAZOP | ATEX | International Projects
Developed polyurethane termoplastic processing equipment for international customers. Performed mechanical and process engineering activities for industrial production systems. Supported equipment design, manufacturing, testing and commissioning activities. Applied SolidWorks 3D design, FEM/FMEA and MoldFlow simulation tools. Coordinated technical activities with suppliers, customers and production teams. Contributed to continuous manufacturing process development and industrial equipment optimization. Key competencies: Polyurethane Processing | Mechanical Engineering | Industrial Equipment | Continuous Manufacturing | Project Engineering