Joachim Jotzo - Design of micromechanical acceleration sensors

Q: Where is Joachim based?

Joachim is based in Neustadt an der Weinstraße, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Joachim speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Joachim have?

Joachim has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Joachim has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 1 month . Note that Joachim may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Joachim's latest experience?

Joachim's most recent position is Design of micromechanical acceleration sensors at Franco-German Research Institute Saint-Louis ISL .

Q: Which industries is Joachim most experienced in?

Joachim is most experienced in industries like Education , Telecommunication , and Manufacturing . Joachim also has some experience in Media, Entertainment and Publishing , Automotive , and Aerospace and Defense .

Q: Which business areas is Joachim most experienced in?

Joachim is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development (R&D) , Product Development , and Project Management . Joachim also has some experience in Operations .

Q: What is Joachim's education?

Joachim holds a Doctorate in Sensor and microwave technology from Chemnitz University of Technology and a Master in Electrical engineering, major in systems engineering from Kaiserslautern University of Technology .

Q: What is the availability of Joachim?

Joachim is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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Neustadt an der Weinstraße, Germany

Experience

Mar 2002 - Feb 2003

1 year

Saint-Louis, France

Design of micromechanical acceleration sensors

Franco-German Research Institute Saint-Louis ISL

Design of micromechanical acceleration sensors for the navigation and control of guided artillery shells
Digital signal processing for fin control

Feb 1998 - Feb 2002

4 years 1 month

External doctoral candidate in the field of sensor and microwave technology

Chemnitz University of Technology

Development of a microwave sensor system in the 64 GHz frequency band for high-precision positioning of autonomous transport vehicles
Implementation of an optical grid position system
Simulation of the complete system in operational conditions
Selection of suitable semiconductor technologies for the 64 GHz range
Assembly and mechanical design of a model vehicle
Metrological verification of the optical position measurement system

Feb 1995 - Jan 1998

3 years

Research Assistant

RWTH Aachen University

Design of passive microwave components in multilayer technology for mobile communication applications (300 MHz–5 GHz)
Study of passive transmission line structures for analog and digital applications
Algorithm design for the analysis of multilayer structures
Work with MCM-D technology of integrated microwave circuits
Lecturer at Carinthia University of Applied Sciences in the field of semiconductor technology and integrated circuits

Jan 1990 - Apr 1994

4 years 4 months

Development engineer for professional audio technology

BARCO-EMT

Design, sub-project management, and implementation of a multiprocessor system based on the Z80
Design of the system's digital electronics
Application of psychoacoustic data reduction methods (factor 8–16) in collaboration with IRT Munich
Contribution to the implementation of the digital signal processing of the MP3 precursor

Oct 1984 - Jul 1989

4 years 10 months

Studies in electrical engineering

Kaiserslautern University of Technology

Graduated as a Diploma Engineer in Systems Engineering
Focus areas: circuit design, communications and high-frequency technology, measurement and control engineering, analog and digital signal processing

Jul 1983 - Sep 1984

1 year 3 months

Radio relay operator

German Armed Forces

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Education (9 years), Telecommunication (7.5 years), Manufacturing (4.5 years), Media and Entertainment (4.5 years), Automotive (4 years), and Aerospace and Defense (2 years).

Education

Telecommunication

Manufacturing

Media and Entertainment

Automotive

Aerospace and Defense

Business Areas Experience

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Experienced in Research and Development (17 years), Product Development (12.5 years), Project Management (4.5 years), and Operations (1 year).

Research and Development

Product Development

Project Management

Operations

Summary

Several years of experience as a technical project manager on large-scale projects (e.g. at Stadler, Deutsche Bahn InfraGo).
Extensive long-term project experience in industry with a focus on rail technology.
Extensive experience in managing external development partners.

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Advanced

Education

Feb 1998 - Feb 2002

Chemnitz University of Technology

Doctor of Engineering (Dr.-Ing.) · Sensor and microwave technology · Chemnitz, Germany

Oct 1984 - Jul 1989

Kaiserslautern University of Technology

Diploma Engineer in Systems Engineering · Electrical engineering, major in systems engineering · Kaiserslautern, Germany

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November 2025

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Where is Joachim based?

Joachim is based in Neustadt an der Weinstraße, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Joachim speak?

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

How many years of experience does Joachim have?

Joachim has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Joachim has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 1 month. Note that Joachim may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Joachim be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Joachim would be well-suited for roles such as: Design of micromechanical acceleration sensors, External doctoral candidate in the field of sensor and microwave technology, Research Assistant.

What is Joachim's latest experience?

Joachim's most recent position is Design of micromechanical acceleration sensors at Franco-German Research Institute Saint-Louis ISL.

Which industries is Joachim most experienced in?

Joachim is most experienced in industries like Education, Telecommunication, and Manufacturing. Joachim also has some experience in Media, Entertainment and Publishing, Automotive, and Aerospace and Defense.

Which business areas is Joachim most experienced in?

Joachim is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development (R&D), Product Development, and Project Management. Joachim also has some experience in Operations.

What is Joachim's education?

Joachim holds a Doctorate in Sensor and microwave technology from Chemnitz University of Technology and a Master in Electrical engineering, major in systems engineering from Kaiserslautern University of Technology.

What is the availability of Joachim?

Joachim is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Joachim?

Joachim's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.