Hüseyin Özcan - Freelance Technical Project Manager

Langen (Hessen), Germany

Experience

Sep 2024 - May 2025

9 months

Burbach, Germany

Freelance Technical Project Manager

Karl Hess GmbH

Karl Hess GmbH & Co. KG is establishing itself as a 1st-tier supplier in the automotive sector, now focusing on positioning as a technology partner for the automotive and plastics industries.
Project management for Porsche interior plastics project team.
Ensured complete and smooth information flow and process between the customer (Porsche) and all internal areas and departments of the client until written approval by Porsche.
Created and monitored resource and schedule plans according to agreed Porsche requirements.
Created, monitored and updated the overall project plan.
Actively participated in individual projects.
Independently managed customer relations in defined areas.
Coordinated and participated in technical discussions with Porsche and suppliers regarding projects, as well as pricing negotiations with Porsche and suppliers.
Organized, conducted and documented alignment meetings with development and controlling.
Prepared quotes with all cost specifications and related analyses/presentations for projects.
Independently conducted cost negotiations.
Managed change processing including final negotiations.
Conducted variance analyses.

Jan 2022 - Oct 2023

10 months

Leipzig, Germany

Freelance Technical Project Manager

Senec GmbH

SENEC.Home: The smart solar power storage designed for home use.
SENEC.Home is the heart of power supply with sustainable, affordable solar energy.
The smart battery stores excess PV power to be used when needed: e.g. in the evening when household energy consumption rises, or on rainy days when generation is low.
Managed the redesign of SENEC Home 4 storage components at the client’s supplier.
Led cost-down optimization of the Home 4 storage component based on SENEC target cost, purchasing and development requirements.
Created and continuously updated project planning in MS Project, reviewed and tracked milestones, work packages and deliverables by the supplier, including use of SENEC development environment and regular review of all development data storage.
Documented deviations from plan and reported to the overall SENEC project manager, including anticipated delays or bottlenecks.
Prepared weekly project reports on progress/status in the defined format and delivered to the SENEC project manager.
Ensured own reporting on current project status and ongoing activities.
Prepared weekly presentations on the project, planning, status and outlook + prepared, conducted or presented to the SENEC steering committee, Mission Lead Home 4 (involving executive management).
Attended weekly project meetings for status updates and coordination of necessary activities, results and alignments.
Documented all project activities, including forecasts, analyses, recommendations and plans.

Dec 2021 - Sep 2022

10 months

Duderstadt, Germany

Freelance Technical Project Manager

Otto Bock Health Care Deutschland GmbH

Mobility is a crucial part of quality of life at any age. Ottobock has worked for over 100 years to help people maintain or regain mobility. Our challenge is to see the world through the eyes of the people we serve with our products, expertise and service to enhance their quality of life.
Technical project management of various orthoses developments using existing orthosis components in the care process.
Agile project management.
Requirements management and documentation using Polarion.
Coordination of design and development teams.
Preparation of project documentation according to the valid development process.
Patent research, freedom-to-operate (FTO) analysis.
Architecture and component documentation.
Compliance with sterilization processes.

Aug 2021 - Oct 2021

3 months

Erlangen, Germany

Freelance Technical Project Manager

Thermo Fisher Scientific Messtechnik GmbH

Thermo Scientific products support scientists worldwide in their daily challenges. From routine analysis to pioneering achievements, innovations help scientists tackle complex analytical challenges and enable them to work in their preferred way.
Reporting line: Global Project Management.
Managed projects within the defined time and cost framework and ensured customer satisfaction.
Directed internal and external stakeholders.
Reviewed customer orders and adjusted internal system specifications as needed.
Created, maintained and monitored project plans in coordination.
Coordinated approvals, customer trainings and commissioning with customers.
Developed and improved standards and processes for commercial and technical project execution with customers.

Aug 2020 - Dec 2020

5 months

Unterschächen, Switzerland

Freelance Project Manager

KS Schwanden AG

In the future-oriented e-mobility sector, Kunststoff Schwanden AG is the contact for all types of plastic components and solutions.
For the core of electric vehicles, the lithium-ion battery, plastic parts are ideal due to excellent insulation, low weight and flexible shaping. Metal inserts can also be integrated. Additionally, socket compartments, vent flaps, compensation tanks, jack consoles and washer fluid reservoirs are developed/produced according to customer space requirements.
Reporting line: Director Project Management.
Project manager for the development and production of vent flaps for Daimler.
Ordered and commissioned automation and production equipment for assembly/testing.
Responsible for resource, schedule and cost planning.
Managed projects from kick-off to process approval.
Ensured smooth information exchange within the team and regularly reported status and results to management.
Collaborated with key account management, prototyping, purchasing, production, quality assurance.
Contact for Daimler OEM worldwide.
Led interdisciplinary project teams and coordinated tasks with international partners.
Coordinated change management, tooling and quality management.
Responsible for D-FMEA and P-FMEA, process and tool validation, optimization.
Organized and led regular international customer and team meetings.

Mar 2019 - Aug 2019

6 months

Sailauf, Germany

Freelance Program Manager

Magna Electronics Europe GmbH & Co. OHG

Magna Electronics provides leading technologies for automated driving, connectivity and vehicle electrification.
Future vehicles will require extensive electronic controls and sensors to offer drivers enhanced safety and comfort. With global presence, innovative concepts and broad system knowledge, Magna Electronics delivers unique electronic systems.
Reporting line: Director Program Management.
Led, advised and ensured successful execution of engineering activities for PSA Group ECU software and hardware development project for surround-view camera park pilot system.
Technical leadership, planning, coordination, production and direction of overall SW and HW development of cross-functional international program teams (USA, India, France, China).
Coordinated external manufacturing, series support, commissioning and approvals.
Experienced in microcontroller low-level and HW/SW integration.
Knowledge of PTC Integrity Client and Windchill.
Software development with Scrum and agile methods under ISO 26262.
Managed issues and escalations within development and production.
Ensured efficient use of team resources.
Developed and supported program objectives.
Documented and monitored program goals.
Reported development progress to management.
Collaborated with internal and external resources to maintain strong customer relationships and meet program timelines.
Ensured customer and company requirements were met, including cost, quality, schedule and related aspects.
Updated project schedule in MS Project.
Performed other tasks as needed and monitored project status.
Supported customer and supplier communication.
Responsible for SMD test production and launch preparation for a robust manufacturing process.
Organized weekly international team meetings, coordinated DV and PV setups, test production, customer sample orders, D-FMEA, P-FMEA and PPAP meetings.
Attended weekly and monthly customer status meetings, prepared presentations and presented to customers/OEMs.
Ensured claim and warranty management.
Regularly informed management of status and results.
Applied DOORS for requirements management and ASPICE to improve software processes.

Sep 2017 - Aug 2018

1 year

Raunheim, Germany

Freelance Program Manager

Joyson Safety Systems GmbH (Former KSS)

Joyson Safety Systems was formed in April 2018 by the merger of Takata and Key Safety Systems. The group’s headquarters are in Auburn Hills, USA, with the European HQ in Aschaffenburg, Germany. Joyson Safety Systems is the world’s second-largest supplier of automotive safety systems (airbags, seatbelts, steering wheels), with nearly $7 billion revenue and over 50,000 employees across 98 sites in 25 countries.
Reporting line: Director Program Management.
Led, advised and managed existing and new VW Group Audi, Lamborghini seatbelt projects.
Full responsibility for program execution regarding:
Profitability
Quality/manufacturability
Schedule/milestones
Managed budget tracking and adherence per PIFF guidelines in close coordination with sales, engineering, tooling and operations.
Executed projects using the project management system’s methodology and tools.
Collaborated across the organization with engineering, procurement, sales, quality, production/process engineering.
Tracked overall program schedule, budget, open items list, program profitability and status reports.
Supported sales team during acquisition and RFQ processing.
Led and coordinated team and prototype supplier activities.
Ensured claim and warranty management, supported D-FMEA, P-FMEA and PPAP meetings.

May 2017 - Aug 2017

4 months

Waiblingen, Germany

Freelance Technical Project Manager

Andreas Stihl AG & Co. KG

The STIHL Group develops, manufactures and markets motorized equipment for forestry, agriculture, landscaping, construction and demanding private users. Group sales reached €3.46 billion; workforce of 14,920 worldwide.
Reporting line: Head of Electrical and Battery Products.
Led and advised a development project for a battery-powered product.
Took over an ongoing project in detailed development phase involving battery/energy storage systems.
Prepared, supported and evaluated V series testing.
Led and advised cross-departmental and cross-site project teams.
Represented projects in decision boards and coordinated external design capacities.
Managed costs, quality, ergonomics, functionality and project timelines.
Worked closely with the University of Stuttgart and all internal/external suppliers from concept to series readiness.

Sep 2015 - Mar 2017

1 year 7 months

Ziemetshausen, Germany

Freelance Project Manager

Geiger Automotive GmbH

GEIGER Automotive GmbH specializes in demanding and functional plastic components for the international automotive supplier industry. Expertise in air and thermal management, flap controls and media conveyance systems. Technologies include injection molding, GIT, WIT, PIT, blow molding, joining and automation.
Reporting line: Head of Project Management.
Advised, led and coached project teams.
Planned, coordinated and executed VW, Porsche, Audi and DAF projects according to objectives.
Responsible for schedule, quality and cost.
Managed technical and organizational aspects of projects.
Implemented project documentation using existing tools.
Followed escalation procedures.
Prepared quality gates and reported to division management in gate reviews.
Supported KAM and costing team in gathering information from customers/suppliers/internal departments for offer preparation.
Assisted KAM in presenting offers to customers.
Evaluated and implemented changes (new parts, variants, follow-up tools) per IMH instructions 7.1.4, SAP, and created purchase requisitions.
Coordinated prototype suppliers, pre-series logistics and sample logistics and planning.
Supported injection molding toolmaking, participated in new orders, and managed toolmakers.
Ensured claim and warranty management, organized/attended D-FMEA, P-FMEA, 8D report and PPAP meetings.
Responsible for commissioning EOL line and production/assembly machines from concept to series handover.
Supported series processes and production.
Handled wiring, electrics and measurement technology.

Oct 2014 - May 2015

8 months

Lippstadt, Germany

Freelance Project Manager

Behr-Hella Thermocontrol GmbH

Vehicle climate control, controls, thermal management devices.
With over 1,600 employees at sites in Germany, Bulgaria, China, India, Japan and the USA, BHTC is a global leader in climate control control units. BHTC works for all major automakers, covering concept through development to production of complete climate control systems.
Reporting line: Director Project Management.
Overall responsible and point of contact for national and international VW projects for electronic controls regarding results, costs, schedule, approval and production transfer.
Technical leadership and advising multiple project teams and fostering team development.
Responsible for system, integration and maturity levels.
Ensured project profitability, identified levers and continuously worked on optimization potentials.
Planned, monitored and controlled project progress using management methods.
Developed system requirement specifications, release/schedule/sample/budget plans and their approvals.
Prepared project reporting and ensured continuous documentation.
Responsible for mechanics, surfaces, haptics, lighting, tools (single parts to bezel assembly) in system and integration.
Overall responsible for dismantling, relocation, setup and commissioning of SMD PCB manufacturing line abroad and production transfer.
Overall responsible for two injection molding tool relocations internationally from one supplier to another.

May 2014 - Jul 2014

3 months

Esslingen, Germany

Freelance Program Manager

BorgWarner Emissions Systems (formerly Gustav Wahler GmbH & Co. KG)

BorgWarner is a global product leader in powertrain solutions, focusing on developing leading technologies for improved fuel economy, emissions and performance. The Engine Group develops air management strategies and products to optimize engines.
Employees: ~19,700 worldwide (Dec 31, 2013).
Locations: 60 sites in 19 countries (Mar 14, 2014).
Market Drivers: fuel economy, emissions, performance.
Reporting line: Head of Technical Division.
Planned and advised technical concepts for multiple projects in coordination with GM Italy, France, China, Detroit and GM Germany.
Coordinated and advised the product development process for engine-adjacent parts, especially thermostats.
Coordinated and advised development and interface with all relevant areas.
Contributed to D-FMEA, P-FMEA, PPAP documents and test plans.
Collaborated with project teams in Italy, France, China, Japan and Germany.
Ensured schedule adherence and budget responsibility.
Monitored specifications, approvals and documentation.
Led and advised multiple project teams (9 international projects).
Conducted project meetings.
Documented and monitored project progress.
Acted as internal and external interface.
Customer and supplier contact with presentations.

May 2013 - Apr 2014

1 year

Kornwestheim, Germany

Freelance Technical Project Manager

MAHLE Behr Thermot-tronik GmbH

For over 50 years, Behr Thermot-tronik’s thermostatic control units have provided precise temperature regulation for engines and transmissions worldwide.
As a global industrial partner, they are leading OEM supplier for passenger and commercial vehicles and industrial engineering. The Behr Thermot-tronik Group produces around €85 million at six sites with 630 employees.
Reporting line: Head of Development.
Contributed to development of a new variable-entry short-cycle thermostat for General Motors USA.
Planned and advised technical concepts for multiple projects in coordination with GM Detroit USA and GM Germany.
Released drawings.
Prepared test planning, verification and validation.
Contributed to D-FMEA, P-FMEA and PPAP documentation.
Collaborated with project teams in USA, Mexico, Czech Republic, Korea and China.
Managed suppliers in Germany, China and Korea.

Feb 2013 - Apr 2013

3 months

Bad Soden-Salmünster, Germany

Freelance Technical Project Manager Development

Woco Industrietechnik GmbH

The global Woco Group, based in Bad Soden-Salmünster, is a mid-sized family business. In 2011 it generated €450 million revenue in automotive and industrial sectors with about 3,190 employees. Core automotive product fields include acoustics, actuators and polymer systems.
Reporting line: Head of Development.
Assisted and advised in development of a clean air duct with pulsation dampener and fleece resonator for AUDI.
Developed technical concepts in coordination with AUDI.
Prepared bill of materials, test planning, cost analysis for intake pipe and manifold for VW.
Managed Audi and VW customer relations.

Mar 2012 - Nov 2012

9 months

Treuchtlingen, Germany

Freelance Project Manager

Alfmeier Präzision AG

Alfmeier is an international, owner-managed family business specializing in pneumatic and hydraulic comfort systems, fuel systems, brake boosters and engine-adjacent intake and exhaust aggregates for the automotive industry.
Reporting line: Executive Board.
Managed all project tasks in automotive plastic parts, pump systems, tanks, valves and brake boosters.
Project execution (responsibility for schedule, quality and cost) from development to series.
Ensured schedule adherence and budget responsibility.
Monitored specifications, approvals and documentation.
Led multiple project teams (7 international projects, approx. 60 people).
Conducted project meetings.
Documented and tracked project progress.
Responsible for transport, dismantling, setup, commissioning of EOL line and production/assembly machines abroad from concept to series handover.
Customer and supplier contact with presentations.
Presented projects/reports to the executive board.

Sep 2011 - Feb 2012

6 months

Germany

Freelance Project Manager (Managing Director)

GalaxyProjektmanagement

Managed various small projects in Germany and Turkey for Turkish and German companies.

Apr 2010 - Aug 2011

1 year 5 months

Werdohl, Germany

Plant Manager and Technical Project Manager

VOSSLOH Fastening Systems GmbH

Vossloh is a leading company in rail infrastructure and rail technology with long-standing expertise and safe, economical, environmentally friendly products. The Vossloh Group comprises more than 70 companies in over 30 countries with over 4,700 employees worldwide.
Reporting line: Managing Director Rail Technology Ltd. Şti.
Directed plant management/project leadership and prepared for takeover of the Turkish supplier.
Established/expanded a running plastic injection molding plant.
Planned budget and maintenance.
Ensured on-time production and investment planning.
Complied with occupational safety and environmental regulations.
Ensured quality and quantity standards.
Led new projects (cost, schedule, quality, resources).
Overall responsibility for production.
Awarded new injection molds and machines.
Coordinated conversion measures and prepared calculations.
Implemented new manufacturing processes for productivity, quality and availability.
Economically managed personnel deployment, equipment and materials.
Developed organization and processes.
Managed personnel development and supplier relations.
Achievements:
Set up and built the plastic parts production plant to German standards.
Introduced occupational safety, environmental regulations and employee training.
Increased quality standards.
Developed new specifications and test procedures.
Introduced new process and production techniques.

Mar 2006 - Apr 2009

3 years 2 months

Heusenstamm, Germany

Development/Design/Project Engineer/Project Manager

Erweka GmbH

ERWEKA GmbH is a leading global manufacturer of tablet testing equipment for the pharmaceutical industry. As a premium manufacturer, they offer the most comprehensive product range with innovative, high-quality devices. As a technology leader in many niche markets, they invest continuously in R&D with a focus on automation.
Reporting line: Owner/Technical Director.
Coordinated and produced mechanical, pneumatic and electrical designs in 3D CAD.
Prepared requirement specifications and hardware, software and firmware specifications for developers in Germany and abroad.
Prepared cost-benefit calculations and preliminary costing with ERP system.
Developed solution concepts in medical technology/GMP in production environments (clean rooms).
Coordinated firmware, hardware and software development teams abroad.
Managed external manufacturing, series support, commissioning and approvals.
Created and evaluated IQ and OQ qualifications for release.
Controlled sterilization processes and validation.
Qualified series devices at end-pharma customer.
Built and supported the first prototype from concept to series readiness and tested associated firmware/software. Qualified and validated devices and documentation.
Responsible for development, design, production and installation of fiber-reinforced plastic parts.
Achievements:
Advanced and designed a fully automatic filter exchanger.
Developed, designed and project-managed a fully automatic tablet dissolution lab device. Series introduction and commissioning at customer.
Developed a fiber-optic dissolution system in collaboration with Zeiss.
Developed, designed and project-managed the new dissolution tester series.
Introduced fiber-reinforced plastics as machine parts for the first time.
Technologies used:
Mechanical Desktop, AutoCAD, Inventor.

Jan 2003 - Feb 2006

3 years 2 months

Heusenstamm, Germany

Project Engineer, New Product Development

Lafarge Roofing Technical Centers GmbH

Designed tools for manufacturing roof tiles.
Supported the company’s foundry and toolmakers on all pallet-specific issues.
Project and coordination tasks between sites in Germany and England.
Managed Lafarge roofing plants in Germany regarding specific projects and tooling questions.
Achievements:
Optimized and adapted tools for producing roof tiles.
Technologies used:
Unigraphics NX.

Mar 2000 - Dec 2003

2 years 10 months

Crawley, United Kingdom

Development Engineer, Product Development

Lafarge Roofing Technical Center Ltd.

Managed international projects and supported plants in testing trials.
Conducted, reported and analyzed strength tests.
Developed and optimized tools and roof tiles using CAD UG/NX.
Achievements:
Optimized 3D solid pallet model design method for concrete roof tiles using Unigraphics CAD System.
Technologies used:
Unigraphics NX.

Feb 1999 - Feb 2000

1 year 1 month

Heusenstamm, Germany

Development/Design/Project Engineer

Lafarge Braas Forschungs- und Entwicklungs- GmbH

Lafarge Group is a global leader in cement, high-quality roof materials and chimney systems. Present in over 40 countries with 75,000 employees, one of the largest in the industry.
Business division: roof tiles.
Started as project engineer in Heusenstamm.
Reporting line: Direct to Head of Development.
Developed tools for series production of roof tiles.
Harzerpfanne and Frankfurterpfanne BIG.
Developed core shooting processes for series production of Tegalitfirst and Walmglocke roof tiles.
Technologies used:
Unigraphics NX.

May 1996 - Apr 1998

2 years

Erzhausen, Germany

Site Manager, Designer

Radabau GmbH

Industrial roofing and façade construction for industrial and commercial buildings.
Mid-sized family business with 15 employees.
Designed roofs and façades in HICAD and created trapezoidal sheet installation plans.
Prepared quantity calculations, bills of materials and construction reports.
Coordinated and managed the construction site and ordered materials.
Managed architects and engineers according to HOAI.
Participated in planning, tendering and awarding of trades.
Achievements:
Installed the first computer workstations and set up the network.
Technologies used:
HICAD.

Feb 1994 - Mar 1995

1 year 2 months

Germany

Sales Engineer

Makro Dış Tic. Ltd. Şti.

Special machinery construction.
Manufacturing and sales of air compressors, steam cleaning equipment and garage doors.
Based in Turkey with 50 employees.
Sold air compressors in postal code regions 6, 7 and 8.
Exported used machine tools to Turkey.
Developed a garage door manufacturing project.
Managed customer base.
Expanded new target markets.

Apr 1989 - Dec 1993

4 years 9 months

Maintal, Germany

Project Engineer

Klöckner Ferromatik Desma GmbH

Special machinery construction.
World’s largest manufacturer of fully hydraulic injection molding machines for thermoplastics, with 416 employees in Maintal.
Started as designer, promoted to project engineer after 3.5 years.
Independently performed all design work using CAD Bravo 3.
Contributed from the start to development of the new K-series fully hydraulic injection molding machine.
Worked on the new hydromechanical series injection molding machine.
Calculated assemblies for the hydraulic clamping unit of the K-series.
Planned injection molding machines for manufacturing automotive bumpers.
Designed and executed core shooting systems for Hyundai Motors’ first plastic intake manifold production.
Created layouts for core shooting systems in ACAD12/Genius.
Supported customers/toolmakers in technical sales.
Technologies used:
Bravo3, AutoCAD.

Aug 1980 - Jun 1981

11 months

Dreieich, Germany

Intern

Dupol-Rubbermaid GmbH

Workshop:
Repaired and maintained injection molding tools.
Worked on all standard machine tools: filing, milling, drilling, grinding, welding, cutting and turning.
Design office:
Designed and produced prototypes.
Injection molding shop:
Installed and removed molds.
Set up injection molding machines.
Conducted quality control.

Summary

37 years of experience in production, design, development, testing, electronics, software, hardware project management, measurement technology, plastics technology (injection molding), construction, special machinery, mechanical engineering, site management, pharma, quality, automotive and solar power
19 years of experience in international plant setup, production relocation planning and technical project management, commissioning, program management
Planning of highly complex international components
Extensive interdisciplinary expertise
Skilled in team leadership and motivation
Quick grasp, customer orientation
Entrepreneurial thinking & acting
Creative engineer with focus on production processes and costs
High social competence and integrity
Hands-on mentality
Technical focus: solar technology, medical technology, automotive, rail technology, special machinery, plastic injection molding, equipment engineering, electronics, pharma, mechanical and plant engineering