Amersfoort, Utrecht, Netherlands
I am a seasoned manager with a track record of success in product development and turn-key projects for global clients, in the the high-tech industry, industrial automation, and sensor technology. I excel at solving complex technical challenges, working alongside mechatronic teams and clients to drive innovation. My expertise spans across R&D, Product Development and Operations, where I have been responsible for managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering results. I lead with a focus on providing direction, mitigating risks, and optimizing processes. One of my key achievements includes reviving a company post-bankruptcy, where I established and implemented a new organizational structure, setting the foundation for long-term success. My strength lies in thriving within dynamic, fast-paced environments, using my multidisciplinary knowledge to come to solutions quickly. Reliability is my core value – I do what I say. I am a team player at heart and dedicated to build strong relationships that foster growth, innovation, and success for the team, product, and organization. My enthusiasm and honesty enable me to inspire those around me, encouraging them to achieve exceptional results together. I am adept at recognizing the needs, motivations, talents, and skills of individuals, because for me the team is only as strong as its weakest link.
Airborne Composites Automation is a leading provider of advanced automation solutions for the production of composite materials, specializing in high-tech equipment and digital manufacturing processes for the aerospace, automotive, and marine industries. Leading the team (35 FTE) consisting of hardware, process, automation and software engineering disciplines. Technical responsible for the entire Business Unit including product development of high-tech equipment. Led the strategic reset of the BU, shifting the focus from a fully project-driven approach to a hybrid model combining project execution with a scalable, product-oriented mindset. Defined and implemented a clear product roadmap aligned with market demand and technology strengths. Drove modularization and standardization across offerings and execution reducing engineering effort and improving predictability in delivery. Streamlined internal processes and restructured teams to support recurring product development alongside custom projects. Improved profitability and predictability through better cost and quality control. Fostered a culture of continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration to support product lifecycle thinking.
Movella™ Technologies is a leading full-stack provider of sensors, software, and analytics that enables the digitization of movement in the entertainment, health & sports, and automation & mobility markets. The company was created by the consolidation of mCube, Xsens, and Kinduct. Leading the team consisting of hardware, embedded and application software engineering disciplines. Responsible for the product development of motion trackers and systems. Doubled high-performing engineering capacity in 2 years. Streamlined the business creation process and implemented the Agile Scrum product development methodology. Setup engineering partnerships and outsourcing to enhance scalability and efficiency. Member Management Team
Managing the team electrical, mechanical and systems engineering disciplines, that delivers turn-key projects. All customer projects contain a high degree of non-standard components with customer specific requirements. Responsible for the engineering deliverables for customers like Tesla, Porsche, Daimler, VW, General Motors and Lego. Managing technically complex projects. Member Management Team
Managing the software team responsible for delivering complete control software for automatic guided vehicles. Designed and implemented of software development process and software product lifecycle management. Growth and restructuring of the software engineering team to improve performance and improve the AGV software quality. Member Management Team
Responsible for engineering, purchase, production, service and IT. Established a new organizational structure after the bankruptcy. Renewal of the operational structure and processes, managed ERP implementation project. Member Management Team.
Leading the application support team (software engineering) which realizes logistics solutions for customers based on automatic guided vehicles. Responsible for resource planning, daily coaching, maintenance of products, documentation, 2nd line support, sales support and product innovation.
Designed and implement control for Fast and Accurate Manipulator Module based on kinematic feedforward control. The manipulator module generates force fields for research on human arms.