Frank Baier - Subproject Lead Control Engineering

Q: Where is Frank based?

Frank is based in Sinntal, Germany .

Q: What languages does Frank speak?

Frank speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Frank have?

Frank has at least 23 years of experience. During this time, Frank has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 18 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months . Note that Frank may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Frank's latest experience?

Frank's most recent position is Subproject Lead Control Engineering at Aumann Beelen GmbH .

Q: What companies has Frank worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Frank has worked for Aumann Beelen GmbH , Rauch Möbelwerke , TE Connectivity , and Paintnology Digital Solutions GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Frank most experienced in?

Frank is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Information Technology (IT) . Frank also has some experience in Chemical and Construction .

Q: Which business areas is Frank most experienced in?

Frank is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Product Development , and Operations . Frank also has some experience in Research and Development (R&D) , Procurement and Purchasing , and Production/Manufacturing .

Q: Which industries has Frank worked in recently?

Frank has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Information Technology (IT) , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas has Frank worked in recently?

Frank has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Product Development , and Production/Manufacturing .

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Sinntal, Germany

Experience

Sep 2023 - Present

2 years 6 months

Subproject Lead Control Engineering

Aumann Beelen GmbH

Concept development and detailing for a battery module assembly line
Commissioning coordination at a major Bavarian automotive manufacturer

Jan 2023 - Aug 2023

8 months

Interim Head of the Electrical Engineering Department

Rauch Möbelwerke

Jul 2022 - Dec 2022

6 months

Technical Project Lead EOL Testing Module

TE Connectivity

Continuous process improvement
Coordinating activities between Manufacturing Engineering, Project Management, and Product Engineering
Performing data analyses
Technical production support

Jul 2020 - Dec 2021

1 year 6 months

Interim Head of the Electrical Engineering Department

Rauch Möbelwerke

Maintenance, electrical planning, and PLC programming
Control engineering project management (retrofit)

Jan 2020 - Sep 2022

2 years 9 months

CEO - Partner

Paintnology Digital Solutions GmbH

Planning and execution support in automation engineering for machine and plant construction
Preparation of tender documents, functional descriptions, and flowcharts
Development of retrofit concepts for machine controls
Digitalization solutions for production as Industry 4.0 retrofit solutions for SMEs

Oct 2019 - Dec 2019

3 months

Paintnology GmbH

Preparation of tender documents including cost estimates for installing new and modifying existing paint systems
Development of control engineering concepts for special machines

Jul 2019 - Sep 2019

3 months

C-P-S Group / Audi Ingolstadt

Execution support in process engineering and mechanics in the paint shop (dryer adaptation)
Coordination of suppliers and other trades during assembly and commissioning
Progress monitoring based on the schedule
Recording and tracking of defects

Jan 2018 - May 2019

1 year 5 months

MVI Proplant / Audi Ingolstadt

Planning and execution support in paint shop automation technology (retrofit)
Focus on paint booth process engineering, dryer process engineering, and conveyor technology
Support in concept development and detailed planning
Coordination of suppliers during assembly and commissioning
Recording and tracking of defects

Jan 2016 - Oct 2017

1 year 10 months

Nedcar NL-Born

Planning and execution support in the paint area (PVC seam sealing, paint systems, conveyor technology)
Preparation of tender documents and specifications
Participation in supplier meetings
Support in project execution, commissioning, and optimization

Oct 2014 - Jul 2015

10 months

Project Manager for Control and Process Engineering

Wenker / Lack-Trockner Audi Ingolstadt

Analysis of the customer's requirements specification
Development of tender documents for suppliers
Evaluation of supplier offers

Aug 2014 - Sep 2014

2 months

Wenker / Karo-Bau Trockner Audi Ingolstadt

Supported project and site management in control systems
Monitored and coordinated installation work
Assisted with process engineering commissioning

Nov 2013 - Dec 2015

2 years 2 months

EDAG / Nedcar NL-Born

Provided planning support in the paint area (painting systems, conveyor technology)
Created project schedules
Prepared tender documents and specifications
Participated in supplier meetings
Assisted in project execution and commissioning

Aug 2013 - Oct 2013

3 months

Wenker / KTL-Trockner BMW Dingolfing

Supported project management in control systems
Monitored and coordinated installation work
Assisted with process engineering commissioning

May 2007 - Jul 2013

6 years 3 months

Project Manager Plant Engineering

b+m surface systems GmbH

Overall project management with budget responsibility over €2M (technical and commercial)
Preparing proposals for new plants, modifications, and expansions including negotiations and contract drafting
Developing concepts to improve the energy efficiency of paint systems and presenting them at international trade fairs and conferences
Developing software including control concepts for energy saving in supply air treatment in paint systems, commissioning, and further development
Writing reports and articles on energy efficiency for industry journals
Leading R&D projects including preparing progress and final reports for government-funded development projects
Preparing patent application documents including patent research

Jul 2002 - Dec 2002

6 months

Sales Engineer

SMC Pneumatik GmbH

Extensive product training in industrial pneumatics
Supported and acquired customers in the sales territory
Conducted territory and sales analyses

Jan 2000 - Jun 2002

2 years 6 months

Service Technician

Colortronic GmbH

Commissioning of gravimetric dosing systems and customer training in German and English
Troubleshooting dosing systems, conveyors and dryers
Analysis of faults to improve quality
Conducting multi-day customer training sessions at the plant

Jul 1999 - Dec 1999

6 months

Quality Specialist, Product Area AFC

W.E.T. Automotive Systems AG

Quality assurance for AFC
Test planning and FMEA
Measuring equipment capability studies
Handling customer complaints
Error analysis and tracking
Determination of quality costs
Initial sampling (PPAP)

Jan 1999 - Jun 1999

6 months

Energy Electronics Technician, Plant Engineering

G.D. Bracker & Söhne

Control cabinet wiring
Creation of circuit diagrams (WS-Cad)

Jul 1998 - Dec 1998

6 months

Service Technician

Feige Abfülltechnik

Mechanical and electrical installation and commissioning of filling plants for the chemical industry across Europe, including customer acceptance
Customizing control programs to customer requirements
Europe-wide service assignments for troubleshooting

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Manufacturing (18 years), Automotive (8.5 years), Information Technology (2.5 years), and Chemical (0.5 years).

Manufacturing

Automotive

Information Technology

Chemical

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Project Management (16 years), Product Development (9.5 years), Operations (8.5 years), Research and Development (6 years), Procurement (5.5 years), and Production (5 years).

Project Management

Product Development

Operations

Research and Development

Procurement

Production

Summary

Over 20 years of project management experience in plant engineering
Several years of experience designing paint systems
Control engineering commissioning of ventilation systems
Knowledge of Audi standards LSI1, LSI2, LSI3 and LS4
Knowledge of the control system "EcoEMOS"
Very good knowledge in PLC programming (especially Siemens S5, S7 and TIA), electrical engineering and drive technology
Over 20 years of experience commissioning plants and special machinery

Skills

Microsoft Dynamics Nav – Good Knowledge
Microsoft Office Products – Good Knowledge
Microsoft Project – Good Knowledge
Plc Programming – Very Good Knowledge (Siemens)
Autocad – Basic Knowledge
C++ – Basic Knowledge
Sap – Basic Knowledge
Measurement Technology On Air Handling Systems

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Aug 2008 - May 2012

Wilhelm Büchner Hochschule

Bachelor of Engineering with a focus on Automation Technology · Technical Computer Science · Darmstadt, Germany · 1,7

Aug 1988 - Jun 1991

G.D. Bracker & Söhne

Apprenticeship as an Energy Electronics Technician in plant engineering · Energy Electronics Technician - Plant Engineering · Hanau, Germany · 2,0

Certifications & licenses

Siemens TIA Portal Introduction Course with S7-1500

Siemens

Siemens Simatic Programming 1 in TIA Portal

Siemens

Profile

Created

August 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Frank based?

Frank is based in Sinntal, Germany.

What languages does Frank speak?

Frank speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Frank have?

Frank has at least 23 years of experience. During this time, Frank has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 18 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months. Note that Frank may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Frank be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Frank would be well-suited for roles such as: Subproject Lead Control Engineering, Interim Head of the Electrical Engineering Department, Technical Project Lead EOL Testing Module.

What is Frank's latest experience?

Frank's most recent position is Subproject Lead Control Engineering at Aumann Beelen GmbH.

What companies has Frank worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Frank has worked for Aumann Beelen GmbH, Rauch Möbelwerke, TE Connectivity, and Paintnology Digital Solutions GmbH.

Which industries is Frank most experienced in?

Frank is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Information Technology (IT). Frank also has some experience in Chemical and Construction.

Which business areas is Frank most experienced in?

Frank is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Product Development, and Operations. Frank also has some experience in Research and Development (R&D), Procurement and Purchasing, and Production/Manufacturing.

Which industries has Frank worked in recently?

Frank has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Information Technology (IT), and Automotive.

Which business areas has Frank worked in recently?

Frank has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Product Development, and Production/Manufacturing.

What is Frank's education?

Frank holds a Bachelor in Technical Computer Science from Wilhelm Büchner Hochschule.

Does Frank have any certificates?

Frank has 2 certificates. These include: Siemens TIA Portal Introduction Course with S7-1500 and Siemens Simatic Programming 1 in TIA Portal.

What is the availability of Frank?

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