Avenches, Vaud, Switzerland
I design and implement digital factory architectures connecting machines, industrial systems and enterprise IT platforms. My expertise spans PLC, SCADA, MES, industrial connectivity and data analytics including extended exposure to IEC 62443. I have experience bridging Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) from PLC control systems on the shop floor to enterprise-level analytics and AI platforms. Over the past 25+ years, I have led complex industrial software projects across multiple industries including pharma, manufacturing, logistics, machinery, electronics, and financial systems. I have successfully delivered end-to-end digital factory architectures, including: • Machine connectivity and industrial protocols. • SCADA and production monitoring systems. • Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). • Industrial data platforms and data analytics. • IoT integration in regulated environments (GAMP). • AI-based anomaly detection and predictive maintenance. My approach combines engineering rigor, business understanding, and strong interpersonal skills. Clients often appreciate my ability to solve complex technical challenges without creating new operational problems. I have built and led international software development teams, managing multi-site projects while ensuring reliable delivery and customer satisfaction. Key expertise: Digital Factory architecture • PLC / SCADA / MES integration • Industrial IoT & machine connectivity • Industrial data platforms • Predictive maintenance & anomaly detection • Smart manufacturing analytics • OT/IT convergence • Industrial cybersecurity and connectivity architecture Technologies PLC & Automation: • Siemens (TIA Portal), Beckhoff TwinCAT, Schneider Electric, Alen-Bradley. Industrial Connectivity: • OPC-UA, OPC-DA, Modbus, Kepware, SCADA / MES: • Ignition, iFix SCADA, Sepasoft, DMO MES, Zenon, OSI-Soft. Data & Software: • SQL Server, C#, C++, Power BI. Industrial Infrastructure: • Industrial networks, switches, firewalls, edge connectivity, IEC 62443.
Consulting and architecture for Industry 4.0 and industrial digitalization projects. Key achievements: • Designed digital factory architectures integrating PLC, SCADA, MES, and analytics platforms • Implemented machine connectivity solutions enabling industrial data collection and production analytics • Delivered IoT integration in pharmaceutical production under GAMP compliance • Built industrial data platforms enabling predictive maintenance and anomaly detection • Led international development teams and complex multi-technology projects Technologies: Ignition, iFix SCADA, Sepasoft, DMO MES, OPC-UA, OPC-DA, Kepware, SQL Server, C#, Siemens PLC.
Lead developer for a manufacturing monitoring and traceability platform used in watch movement production. System capabilities: • Production tracking and traceability • Quality analysis • Production performance dashboards • Maintenance monitoring Technologies: C#, SQL Server, ZenON, Beckhoff TwinCAT.
Managed embedded software development for new Bluetooth communication devices. Implemented Agile development processes enabling reliable delivery of complex embedded systems.
Managed international support team responsible for connectivity systems for cash recyclers and cash distribution systems worldwide. Worked within ISO 9001 SLA-based service frameworks.
Provided consulting services for industrial automation, embedded systems, and enterprise software development, managing complex projects and international development teams. Key engagements: Schneider Electric – Mont-sur-Lausanne (2001–2003): • Delivered on-demand training for engineers on Telemecanique PLC programming using IEC 61131 languages • Supported industrial automation teams in improving PLC application development and system design 4DigitalBooks – Ecublens (April 2003 – September 2005): • Developed and supported software for automatic page-turning and book digitization systems • Implemented managing page detection and sheet quality to ensure reliable single-page handling during scanning Universal Postal Union – Bern (2002–2003): • Managed a 13-person international support and development team • Optimized development and support processes, reducing delivery cycles to 3 months CQS Technologies SA – Fribourg (2001): • Led development of a web-based bidding and billing application • Delivered the project on schedule, supporting business process automation Ascom – Bern (2000): • Managed a real-time object-oriented embedded software project for mailing systems • Coordinated 15 developers located in Switzerland and the USA • Successfully delivered the project within timeline and scope