Derek Micallef
Expert in AI Process Automation | n8n | AI Automations Manager | Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Experience
AI Automations Manager - Hardware Setup, Automation & Voice Agent
Autohaus Mazda
- Setting up new desktop computers
- Setting up a VPS for automation, databases and chat interface
- Connecting to Azure AI Foundry
- Developing various n8n workflows for email, social media and document management
- Implementing a QA system (backups, error handling, HITL)
- Setting up and optimizing an inbound voice agent
AI Automations Manager – Server Setup and Automation
Marketingagentur
- Setting up a VPS for automation, databases and chat interface
- Connecting to Azure AI Foundry
- Developing three n8n workflows for sales and after-sales processes
- QA system with daily backups, error handling and HITL
AI Automations Manager – Social Media Content Automation
LVM Agentur
- Setting up a VPS for automation
- Connecting to Azure AI Foundry
- Developing an n8n workflow for AI-based social media content creation
- Implementing a QA system
- Superchat setup & optimization
AI Automations Manager – Consulting & Implementation of Digital Processes
Autohaus Stever
- Developing an n8n workflow for SEO blog articles (WordPress)
- Implementing an AI chatbot
- Superchat setup and optimization
- Developing a social media workflow
- Website redesign + mobile.de integration
- Setting up an inbound voice agent (smart secretary)
- Developing a web app for online appointment booking
AI Automations Manager – Development of an AI Automations Dashboard
Future Ops Solutions UG
- Developing a web app to monitor AI automations
- Modern UI/UX design
- Integrating n8n workflows
- Integration of voice agent providers
AI Automations Manager – AI Chatbot & Workflow Development
Future Ops Solutions UG
- Developed a website chat interface
- Backend API for AI agent
- n8n workflow with RAG
- Multi-tenant setup using Supabase
IT Consultant, Process Advisor & Web App Development
Roche Diagnostics Penzberg
- Stakeholder & shareholder management
- Documentation & API interface management
- Handed over the Outsystems web app to internal IT
- Troubleshooting, trainings, presentations
IT Consultant, Process Advisor & Web App Development
Roche Diagnostics GmbH
- Process analysis, design & standardization
- Automation of digital business processes
- Developed a web app (Outsystems)
- API interface management
- Trainings, training materials, rollout of the web app
Technical Project Manager
MAN Energy Solutions SE
- Project coordination in plant engineering
- 3D plant planning
- Supplier management
- Client meetings
- Bid support
- Excel tool for sizing new designs
Group Leader for Numerical Methods & Aeroelasticity
Ruhr University Bochum
- Team leadership
- Project acquisition & implementation
- Research in numerical methods & aeroelasticity
- Presentations at conferences
- Developed a software environment for FEM & CFD analyses
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Aerospace and Defense (5 years), Education (5 years), Healthcare (3.5 years), Biotechnology (3 years), Energy (2 years), and Manufacturing (2 years).
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Project Management (6.5 years), Research and Development (5 years), Information Technology (4 years), Operations (3.5 years), Product Development (2.5 years), and Procurement (2 years).
Summary
I am a PhD mechanical engineer with over 10 years of experience in mechanical and plant engineering as well as in the IT and automation world. As a certified AI Automations Manager and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, I combine strong methodological expertise in process optimization with deep technical know-how in AI-powered automation, software development, system integration and digital business processes.
My focus areas:
- AI-powered process optimization and digitalization of business processes
- Development of custom automation solutions with Make.com, n8n (Cloud & On-Premise) & Python
- Building and integrating multi-AI agent systems (Custom GPTs, OpenAI GPTs, Claude AI)
- Voice Agents (Inbound & Outbound)
- API integration & Low-Code/No-Code platforms
- Automated project management and digital process control
- Implementing efficient workflows and managing complex digitization projects
- Trainings, workshops and coaching on automation, AI deployment and process optimization
- GDPR-compliant AI and automation architectures (On-Premise & Cloud)
I support companies holistically in identifying, planning and implementing automation and AI projects — from the initial analysis and process modeling to successful implementation and sustainable optimization.
In addition to the technical implementation, I also guide the necessary change management so that all project stakeholders can actively benefit from the new solutions.
Additional expertise:
Technology know-how and tools
Low-Code / No-Code platforms:
- n8n (Cloud & On-Premise; GDPR-compliant automation platform)
- Development and management of complex multi-agent systems
- Building on-premise instances for data-sensitive use cases
- Connecting external systems via webhooks, API integrations and others
Voice agent systems:
- Setting up and integrating voice agents based on Fonio
- Managing voice-based AI systems for service and business processes
Large Language Models (LLMs):
- Using and fine-tuning LLMs for specific enterprise applications
- Developing prompt strategies to control LLM outputs (Advanced Prompt Engineering)
Programming languages & scripting:
- Basic Python for creating and optimizing automation scripts
Data protection & compliance
Implementing automation solutions with GDPR compliance in mind
Setting up on-premise AI & automation solutions to meet data protection requirements
Consulting & implementation expertise
Management consulting with a focus on:
Digital transformation
AI-powered automation
Process digitalization & optimization
Executing client projects to introduce modern automation & AI solutions
Supporting change & stakeholder management processes
Certifications & academic degree
Certified AI Automations Manager
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Dr.-Ing.)
Skills
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning**
Basics And Core Concepts Of Ai (Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Neural Networks)
Generative Ai And Its Application In Business Processes
Use Of Ai To Optimize Business Processes And Teams
Analysis Of Future Trends And Technological Developments In Ai
Development And Optimization Of Ai Models And Agents Through Prompt Engineering
Automation & Process Optimization**
Optimizing Business Processes By Automating Repetitive Tasks
Developing Automated Workflows For Increased Efficiency
Creating Automation Scripts For Process Optimization (Basic Python)
Implementing Digital Tools For Process Automation And Team Organization
Integrating Multi-ai Agent Systems For Advanced Automation Of Complex Task Chains
Technology Know-how And Tools**
Low-code / No-code Platforms**
Make.com (Integrated Automation And Api Orchestration)
N8n (Cloud & On-premise; Gdpr-compliant Automation Platform)
Development And Management Of Complex Multi-agent Systems
Building On-premise Instances For Data-sensitive Use Cases
Connecting External Systems Via Webhooks, Api Integrations And Custom Nodes
Voice Agent Systems**
Setting Up And Integrating Voice Agents Based On Vapi
Managing Voice-based Ai Systems For Service And Business Processes
Large Language Models (Llms)**
Using And Fine-tuning Llms For Specific Enterprise Applications (Openai Gpt-4 Including Custom Gpts, Claude Ai)
Developing Prompt Strategies To Control Llm Outputs (Advanced Prompt Engineering)
Programming Languages & Scripting**
Basic Python For Creating And Optimizing Automation Scripts
Data Protection & Compliance**
Implementing Automation Solutions With Gdpr Compliance In Mind
Setting Up On-premise Ai And Automation Solutions To Meet Data Protection Requirements
Consulting & Implementation Expertise**
Digital Transformation
Ai-powered Automation
Process Digitalization And Optimization
Executing Client Projects To Introduce Modern Automation And Ai Solutions
Supporting Change And Stakeholder Management Processes
Certification**
Certified Ai Automations Manager (Everlast Media Gmbh)
Languages
Education
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Dr.-Ing. · Mechanical Engineering · 1.0
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Diploma Engineer · Mechanical Engineering · 1.1
Fachhochschule Dortmund, University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Dortmund, Germany · Excellent (1.1)
Certifications & licenses
AI Automations Manager
TÜV SUED
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Alphadi
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
Fachhochschule Dortmund
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