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Bräunlingen, Germany

Experience

Oct 2008 - Aug 2022

13 years 11 months

CEO and Project Manager

Advanced Automation GmbH

Turnkey implementation of automated machines and systems for automotive, electronics, medical, and food industries
Managing partner and responsible for about 90% of implemented projects
Order acquisition, project planning and management (deadlines, resources, milestones, controlling, stakeholder management)
Documentation and responsibility for EU conformity (CE) according to the Machinery Directive
Leading interdisciplinary project teams (design, electrical/PLC, assembly, freelancers)
Selected projects:
Assembly and production lines for printed circuit boards (fully automated), value per system up to €1.5M, 15-member team
Welding and testing systems (PM-RSM), value per system approx. €450,000, 12-member team
Rotary indexing machines for rotor assembly, value approx. €350,000, 10-member team
Test machine with laser marking "Screwinspector" for Aesculap AG, value approx. €420,000, 5-member team
Magnet assembly system POMUX for SICK-Stegmann GmbH, value approx. €350,000, 8-member team
Assembly machine for spindle nuts for IMS Gear GmbH (USA, China), seven identical systems, value per system approx. €525,000, 8-member team

Oct 1993 - Present

32 years 6 months

Head of Development and Design, Managing Director

Ingenieurbüro Schwörer

Responsible for the development and design of tooling and complex automation projects
Process development according to requirements and specifications, including cost assessment of solution approaches
Responsible for functionality in customer operation
Engineering services for industrial companies of all kinds, e.g., SICK AG, Helmut Hechinger GmbH, Porsche Toolmaking, IMS Gear, Aesculap AG (B. Braun)
Design work and project management of tooling for module assembly, production, and testing
Design and development of infrared systems for e-mobility (high-performance battery cells)
Engineering and design support for internal mechanical engineering departments
Design of equipment and machines in the wet chemistry sector

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 Automotive (32.5 years), Healthcare (32.5 years), and Manufacturing (32.5 years).

Automotive

Healthcare

Manufacturing

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 (32.5 years), Product Development (32.5 years), and Sales (14 years).

Project Management

Product Development

Sales

Summary

Structured way of working
Decisive and determined with clear data and coordination with relevant departments
Strong hands-on mentality
Strong communication and persuasion skills
Mechanical engineering specialist, creative, pragmatic, and resourceful
Persistent and consistent pursuit of goals

Skills

Mechanical Engineering/automation: Implementation Of Small And Large Automation Projects For Automotive, Electronics, Medical Technology, Food
R&d Machines And Processes
Mechanical Engineering, Robotic
Design And Development With 3d Cad: Solidworks
Design And Development With 3d Cad: Ptc Creo Direct Modelling
Design And Development With 2d Cad: Autodesk Autocad
Agile And/or Traditional Development Processes
Fmea And Other Methods
Complete Project Management For Mechanical Engineering And Processes
Order Acquisition
Contract Drafting
Preparation Of Specifications And Similar Documents
Complete Project Planning: Deadlines, Resources, Milestones, Controlling, Kpis
Active And/or Leading Implementation: Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning, Fat
Verification Of Mechanical Engineering, Process, And Measurement System Solutions According To Standard Procedures
Stakeholder Management With Reporting
Clear Goal Setting And Definition
Structured Project Management, Classical Or Agile As Needed
Application Of Adapted Jira, Ms Project, And/or Excel Tools As Needed
Communicative, Simple, And Clear Communication In All Directions
Swift Decisions With Clear Data
Persistent With A Hands-on Mentality
Enthusiastic And Creative
Work Based On Many Years Of Learning-by-doing Experience
Aim To Achieve All Project Goals Dynamically, Smoothly, And Unobtrusively
Development
Agile Development Methods
Traditional Development Methods
Test Automation
Test And Quality Assurance
General It Skills
Cad Systems
Windows
Other Databases
Other Erp Systems
Cad: Solidworks
Cad: Ptc Creo Direct Modeling
Cad: Autodesk Autocad
Mechanical Engineering – Interim Management For Automation, Automotive, Electronics, Medical Technology, Pharmaceuticals
Complete Project Management And Project Execution
3d Cad Design (Solidworks, Creo Designer)
Plant Commissioning
Process Verification And Validation
Technical Consulting
Fast Project Start Without Long Ramp-up Times (Onsite, Remote, Hybrid)
Cross-functional Experience And Deep Know-how
Quick Availability Of High Expertise
Predictable Project Execution
Transparent Project Costs And Billing
No Unnecessary Overhead Costs
High Flexibility
High Effectiveness
No Working Time Restrictions
Attractive Terms

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

May 1989 - May 1993

Furtwangen University of Applied Sciences

Diploma Engineer (FH) · Mechanical Engineering, Materials Surface Technology · Furtwangen, Germany

Oct 1984 - Jun 1987

Titisee-Neustadt Technical High School

Abitur (German high school diploma) · Titisee-Neustadt, Germany

Profile

Created

August 2025

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Where is Michael based?

Michael is based in Bräunlingen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Michael speak?

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

How many years of experience does Michael have?

Michael has at least 32 years of experience. During this time, Michael has worked in at least 2 different roles and for 2 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 16 years and 3 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: CEO and Project Manager, Head of Development and Design, Managing Director.

What is Michael's latest experience?

Michael's most recent position is CEO and Project Manager at Advanced Automation GmbH.

What companies has Michael worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Michael has worked for Advanced Automation GmbH and Ingenieurbüro Schwörer.

Which industries is Michael most experienced in?

Michael is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Healthcare, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas is Michael most experienced in?

Michael is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Product Development, and Sales.

Which industries has Michael worked in recently?

Michael has recently worked in industries like Automotive, Healthcare, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Michael worked in recently?

Michael has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Product Development, and Sales.

What is Michael's education?

Michael holds a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Surface Technology from Furtwangen University of Applied Sciences.

What is the availability of Michael?

Michael is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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