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Martin Mihaljevic

Founder and Managing Director

Martin Mihaljevic
Egerkingen, Switzerland

Experience

Jul 2016 - Present
9 years 8 months

Founder and Managing Director

Mitecs GmbH

  • Engineering of process and control systems
  • Programming of PLC controls (Step7, TIA V11–V20, S7-300/1200/1500 controllers)
  • Visualizations including logging and data logging (WinCC / WinCC flexible)
  • Project management of industrial, building services and machinery systems
  • Control planning
  • Electrical CAD (schematic drawing)
  • Trouble-shooting on site
  • Remote maintenance
  • System/control extensions, modifications and retrofits
  • Various bus integrations (Profibus, Modbus TCP/RTU, Profinet/Ethernet, MP-Bus)
  • Commissioning
  • Training, training documentation and operating instructions
  • Worldwide area of activity
Jul 2012 - Jun 2016
4 years

Control Project Manager / Programmer

e. Luterbach AG

  • Programming of Siemens S7 including modifications, adaptations and extensions
  • Programming with Step7 and TIA Portal
  • Programming of Siemens Simatic 200/300/1200/1500 controllers
  • Creating visualizations with WinCC flexible
  • Creating and configuring bus connections (Profibus, Modbus, Profinet, BacNet etc.)
  • Data logging and recording of operating data
  • Parameterization of frequency converters (Schneider ATV, Vacon, Lenze)
  • Development of various programming and visualization standards
  • Project management from programming to commissioning, training of operators and handover to customer
  • Full commissioning of systems worldwide
  • Remote maintenance via eCatcher Talk2M
  • Fault finding and resolution on site worldwide
  • Creation of device documentation and operating instructions
  • Creation of training materials
Apr 2012 - Jun 2012
3 months

Programmer

Referenz Automation GmbH

  • Programming of Siemens S7 including modifications, adaptations and extensions
  • Creating visualizations with WinCC flexible
  • Creating and configuring bus connections (Profibus, Modbus, Profinet/Ethernet, MP-Bus)
  • Parameterization of various frequency converters
  • Project management from programming to commissioning and handover to customer
  • Fault finding and resolution on site
  • Creation of device documentation and operating instructions
  • Creation of training materials
Oct 2011 - Mar 2012
6 months

Programmer / PLC Specialist

Xorella AG

  • Programming of Siemens S7 (+ VIPA) including modifications, adaptations and extensions
  • Creating visualizations with WinCC flexible
  • Adjustments of visualizations with ProTool
  • Fault finding and resolution (telephone support)
  • Project support and customer service (telephone support)
  • Extension work on existing controls
  • Creation of device documentation and operating instructions
Jan 2009 - Sep 2011
2 years 9 months

Control Project Manager / Programmer

Jäggi/Güntner (Schweiz) AG

  • Programming of Siemens S7 including modifications, adaptations and extensions
  • Creating and configuring bus connections (Profibus, Modbus, Profinet/Ethernet, MP-Bus)
  • Creating visualizations with WinCC flexible
  • Parameterization of various frequency converters (Siemens, Rockwell, Danfoss, Ziehl-Abegg)
  • Remote maintenance via Siemens teleservice
  • Fault finding and resolution on site across Europe
  • Project responsibility and management
  • Creation of device documentation and operating instructions
  • Creation of training materials and training on control functions in-house and on site
  • Occasional commissioning and service support on site
May 2007 - Dec 2008
1 year 8 months

PLC Control Technician

Leoni Studer AG

  • Programming of Siemens S7 including modifications, adaptations and extensions
  • Configuration adjustments of various data recorders and panels
  • Parameter changes and adjustments of various motor controllers
  • Fault finding and resolution
  • Project support and extension work on existing controls
  • Maintenance and servicing tasks
  • Quality checks of various control systems, process workflows and test equipment
  • Creation of documentation and instructions
Sep 2005 - May 2007
1 year 9 months

Project Engineer, Hardware Engineering

Rittmeyer AG

  • Planning of measurement and control systems (electrical control cabinets)
  • Creation of schematic and control cabinet layout drawings based on system descriptions, specifications and offers using CAD/CAE
Oct 2003 - Aug 2005
1 year 11 months

Control Panel Assembler / Inspector

Eichmann Tableaux AG

  • Assembly and wiring of control panels
  • Inspection of control panels according to NIN/SEV
  • Complete testing of Ex-Zone panels according to ATEX95, EN50019 eex e and EN50020 eex i
  • Creation of complete test protocols
  • Service and installation work
Aug 1999 - Jul 2003
4 years

Apprenticeship as Automation Technician

Vogel Engineering AG

  • Control and schematic planning
  • Creation of schematics (AutoCAD)
  • Various work preparation tasks (ordering and preparing materials)
  • Inventory management
  • Mechanical assembly and wiring of control panels
  • Programming of Siemens Logo and SAIA S5
  • Complete testing and simulation of control panel functions
  • Installation and commissioning of controls
  • Service, repair and extension work on controls

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing (26.5 years), Construction (9.5 years), and Information Technology (9.5 years).

Manufacturing
Construction
Information Technology

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 Operations (20 years), Project Management (16.5 years), Information Technology (13 years), Product Development (6 years), Production (6 years), and Customer Service (4.5 years).

Operations
Project Management
Information Technology
Product Development
Production
Customer Service

Skills

  • Engineering Of Process And Control Systems
  • Programming Of Plc Controls (Step7, Tia V11-v20, S7-300/1200/1500 Controllers)
  • Visualizations Including Logging And Data Logging (Wincc / Wincc Flexible)
  • Project Management Of Industrial, Building Services And Machinery Systems
  • Control Planning
  • Electrical Cad (Schematic Drawing)
  • Troubleshooting On Site
  • Remote Maintenance
  • System And Control Extensions
  • Modifications
  • Retrofits
  • Various Bus Integrations (Profibus, Modbus Tcp/rtu, Profinet/ethernet, Mp-bus)
  • Commissioning
  • Training, Training Documents And Operating Manuals
  • Programming Of Handling And Robotics Systems
  • Process Visualization Systems / Scada (Wincc Oa)
  • Building Of Control Systems And Switchgear
  • Programming Of Various Controllers (Biviator, Simatic S5, Berger-lahr, Sinumerik Cnc, Bosch Plc, Selectron, Ge-fanuc)
  • Electrical Installations
  • Electrical Inspections
  • Acceptance / Sina (Safety Verification)

Languages

German
Native
Croatian
Native
English
Intermediate

Education

Aug 1999 - Jul 2003

Vogel Engineering AG

Apprenticeship as an automation technician · Automation Technician · Steinerberg, Switzerland

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Where is Martin based?

Martin is based in Egerkingen, Switzerland.

What languages does Martin speak?

Martin speaks the following languages: German (Native), Croatian (Native), English (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Martin have?

Martin has at least 26 years of experience. During this time, Martin has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 11 months. Note that Martin may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Martin be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Martin would be well-suited for roles such as: Founder and Managing Director, Control Project Manager / Programmer, Programmer.

What is Martin's latest experience?

Martin's most recent position is Founder and Managing Director at Mitecs GmbH.

What companies has Martin worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Martin has worked for Mitecs GmbH.

Which industries is Martin most experienced in?

Martin is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Construction, and Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas is Martin most experienced in?

Martin is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Project Management, and Information Technology (IT). Martin also has some experience in Product Development, Production/Manufacturing, and Customer Service.

Which industries has Martin worked in recently?

Martin has recently worked in industries like Construction, Information Technology (IT), and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Martin worked in recently?

Martin has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Operations, and Project Management.

What is Martin's education?

Martin holds a Bachelor in Automation Technician from Vogel Engineering AG.

What is the availability of Martin?

Martin will be available full-time from February 2026.

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