Michael Messer - Design Engineer

Q: Where is Michael based?

Michael is based in Neuenbürg, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

Q: What languages does Michael speak?

Michael speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Michael have?

Michael has at least 35 years of experience. During this time, Michael has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 6 years and 10 months . Note that Michael may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Michael's latest experience?

Michael's most recent position is Design Engineer at Schüssler Technik GmbH .

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

In recent years, Michael has worked for Schüssler Technik GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Michael most experienced in?

Michael is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas is Michael most experienced in?

Michael is most experienced in business areas like Product Development , Project Management , and Quality Assurance (QA) . Michael also has some experience in Marketing and Procurement and Purchasing .

Q: Which industries has Michael worked in recently?

Michael has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Michael worked in recently?

Michael has recently worked in business areas like Marketing , Procurement and Purchasing , and Product Development .

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Neuenbürg, Germany

Experience

Jan 2022 - Jul 2023

1 year 7 months

Pforzheim, Germany

Design Engineer

Schüssler Technik GmbH

Development and design of drives with support from product management
Technical support for purchasing
Creation of specifications and requirements documents, FMEAs, calculations and validations with CAE, test protocols
Communication with suppliers, customers, production, assembly, quality management and product management
Testing products and root cause analysis
Support for marketing activities (e.g., trade shows)

Jun 2015 - Jul 2016

1 year 2 months

Birkenfeld, Germany

Design Manager / Design Engineer

Kohnle GmbH

Management of the design of hardening furnaces, tempering furnaces and quenching baths
Leading a team of five employees
Conducting technical feasibility studies
Cost estimation for tool offers
Developing and further improving innovative tool and production concepts
Workflow and schedule control, cost monitoring
Ensuring compliance with quality requirements
Optimizing manufacturing processes

Nov 2013 - May 2015

1 year 7 months

Eisingen, Germany

Design Manager / Design Engineer

Bender Automation

Designing automation systems for the automotive industry
Head of the design department – organizationally, strategically and content-wise
Technical and disciplinary leadership of a team of two employees
Standardizing design processes
Regular schedule, cost and quality control
Responsibility for cost efficiency
Introduction and implementation of 3D simulations for structural analysis and design of stamping machines

Jan 2012 - Oct 2013

1 year 10 months

Neuenbürg, Germany

Design Manager / Design Engineer / Project Manager

HEGA Apparatebau GmbH

Oct 1991 - Dec 2011

20 years 3 months

Keltern, Germany

Design Engineer / Project Manager

F. K. Galvanik GmbH

Apr 1983 - Sep 1991

8 years 6 months

Keltern, Germany

Design Engineer / Project Manager

Sessler Galvanotechnik GmbH

Jettingen, Germany

Design Manager / Design Engineer

Schleuniger Test Automation GmbH

Design of test systems for cable assemblies
Management and implementation of development projects
Optimization and further development of processes and systems
Responsibility for cost-efficient and on-time execution
Point of contact and driving force in collaboration with external development partners
Maintenance of customer and supplier relationships
Interface work with sales and electrical planning
Product portfolio design
Technical and disciplinary leadership of eight employees
Introduction and optimization of a new numbering system to reduce data volume
Patent: Development and design of a 4-wire contacting system to test the exact resistance of cable conductors

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 (33 years) and Automotive (1.5 years).

Manufacturing

Automotive

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 Product Development (35 years), Project Management (31.5 years), Quality Assurance (3 years), Marketing (1.5 years), and Procurement (1.5 years).

Product Development

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Marketing

Procurement

Summary

My enthusiasm for learning and hunger for knowledge drive my ongoing development. I have gained strong leadership skills and many years of experience in design management as well as in custom and mechanical engineering. Solid CAD and process engineering knowledge, especially in the automotive sector, complement my profile. I am characterized by flexibility, organizational strength, and communication skills, as well as a hands-on mentality, an entrepreneurial mindset, and assertiveness. With solution-oriented thinking and effective project, process, and cost management, I ensure innovative, sustainable results.

Skills

Team Leadership & Motivation
Project Management
Solution Orientation
Teamwork
Willingness To Learn
Flexible
Stress Resistance
Self-organized
Goal Oriented
Resilient
Business-minded
Microsoft Office 365, Ms Project
Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Autodesk Inventor
Autocad/draftsight, Solidworks
Camworks, Creo Parametric
Erp System

Languages

German

Native

English

Elementary

Education

Sep 1979 - Jan 1983

Stöber Drive Technology

Certified Machine Fitter · Machine Fitter · Pforzheim, Germany

Certifications & licenses

IHK – Leadership for Master Craftsmen

IHK Pforzheim

IHK – Project Management

IHK Pforzheim

Certified Machine Safety Expert Training

Pilz GmbH Ostfildern

Certified Design Manager / Design Engineer / Project Manager / Machine Safety Expert

HEGA Apparatebau GmbH

Certified Machine Fitter

CAMWorks/CNC Milling, Stöber Drive Technology

Profile

Created

April 2025

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Where is Michael based?

Michael is based in Neuenbürg, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Michael speak?

Michael speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Michael have?

Michael has at least 35 years of experience. During this time, Michael has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 6 years and 10 months. Note that Michael may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Michael be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Michael would be well-suited for roles such as: Design Engineer, Design Manager / Design Engineer, Design Manager / Design Engineer / Project Manager.

What is Michael's latest experience?

Michael's most recent position is Design Engineer at Schüssler Technik GmbH.

What companies has Michael worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Michael has worked for Schüssler Technik GmbH.

Which industries is Michael most experienced in?

Michael is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing and Automotive.

Which business areas is Michael most experienced in?

Michael is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Project Management, and Quality Assurance (QA). Michael also has some experience in Marketing and Procurement and Purchasing.

Which industries has Michael worked in recently?

Michael has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Michael worked in recently?

Michael has recently worked in business areas like Marketing, Procurement and Purchasing, and Product Development.

What is Michael's education?

Michael attended Stöber Drive Technology for Machine Fitter.

Does Michael have any certificates?

Michael has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: IHK – Leadership for Master Craftsmen, IHK – Project Management, and Certified Machine Safety Expert Training.

What is the availability of Michael?

Michael is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Michael?

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