Bussigny, Vaud, Switzerland
Twenty years in watchmaking have taught me that precision is a mindset, not just a measurement. I began my career at the heart of the watch, dedicated to the design and development of mechanical movements. This period was a masterclass in constraints, where every micron matters and reliability is the only true standard of success. Driven by a desire to solve broader technical challenges, I transitioned into entrepreneurship. I saw an opportunity to improve how we measure and validate what we create. By founding and growing a company focused on instrumentation and product development, I’ve had the privilege of bringing innovative tools to the industry, helping watchmakers bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern performance standards. Today, my focus remains the same: fostering innovation by developing robust products and instrumentation that serve the future of the watchmaking industry.
🔧 Driving innovation in the watchmaking industry with new generation instrumentation systems. 🌟 As the Co Director at H2i, I spearhead the development and implementation of state-of-the-art instrumentation systems tailored specifically for the watchmaking sector. Our focus lies in leveraging breakthrough technologies to enhance precision, efficiency, and craftsmanship within the industry. 💼 Key Responsibilities: - Strategic Leadership: Orchestrating company vision, goals, and growth strategies. - Research & Development: Driving innovation through continuous exploration of emerging technologies and market trends. - Product Development: Overseeing the design, engineering, and production of instrumentation systems that redefine industry standards. - Client Relations: Cultivating strong partnerships with leading watchmakers and worldwide distributors to understand their needs and deliver bespoke solutions. - Team Management: Nurturing a dynamic team of experts dedicated to pushing boundaries and achieving excellence.
💼 Spearheading cutting-edge research and development initiatives focused on revolutionizing watch movements and external components. Notable achievements include co-inventing the groundbreaking TAG Heuer Carrera MIKROGIRDER and TAG Heuer Carrera MIKROPENDULUM. 🔬 Key Expertise: - Micro-Mechanical Systems: Leading R&D efforts to push the boundaries of watch movement technology, driving innovation in precision and performance. - Advanced Materials: Pioneering novel materials and manufacturing processes to enhance the durability, aesthetics, and functionality of watch external components. - Computational Analysis: Utilizing advanced numerical simulations with Ansys software to optimize design parameters and predict system behavior. - Failure Analysis: Conducting thorough analyses to identify root causes and implement corrective measures for enhanced product reliability.
- Conducting extensive research on optimizing the cold crucible melting process for improved efficiency and material quality. - Instrumental in the development of novel alloys, including gold, titanium, niobium, and others, catering to diverse industry requirements. - Proficient in material analysis techniques and mechanical testing methodologies to ensure the reliability and performance of developed materials.
- Product innovation and technical sales in high-purity fluid components, vacuum systems, plasma sources, and specialized fabrications. - Innovated the Helijet+, a precision helium spray gun equipped with a highly maneuverable nozzle for targeted testing of vacuum components, featuring an integrated flow control valve to ensure precise flow and eliminate contamination risks.