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Reinhard Meschenmoser

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Reinhard Meschenmoser
Hanover, Germany

Experience

May 2022 - May 2023
1 year 1 month

Consultant

Infineon

  • Preparation of data for the creation of masks for manufacturing semiconductor chips.
Nov 2021 - Apr 2022
6 months

Consultant

Infineon

  • Evaluating the separation of wafers into individual semiconductor chips based on the layer structure and the separation method used

  • Investigating the process control structures to determine their influence on adjacent chips during separation

  • Performing the investigation manually by analyzing the wafer layout as well as automatically

Feb 2020 - Oct 2023
3 years 9 months

Freelancer

Mescheltana e.K.

  • Creating technical videos on Spice simulation and switching regulators

  • Setting up an online channel for technical videos

  • Learning about specialized switching regulators for inverters and power factor correction (PFC)

  • Conducting measurements on commercially available inverters

  • Simulating circuits for power factor correction with PSpice and LTspice at both system and component levels

  • Researching components for implementation

  • Testing alternative simulation tools (PSIM, SIMPLIS, SIMetrix)

Jul 2019 - Jul 2019
1 month

Freelancer

Mescheltana e.K.

  • Studying DIN EN 60079-11 (explosive atmospheres)

  • Developing concepts for advancing industrial measurement technology

  • System-level simulation with PSpice

  • Researching components for implementation

Dec 2017 - Oct 2023
5 years 11 months

Freelancer

Mescheltana e.K.

  • Building, testing, and documenting variants of the self-developed lab board
Aug 2017 - Aug 2017
1 month

Freelancer

Mescheltana e.K.

  • Research on concepts and components for a LIN bus test system according to ISO17987-7
Apr 2017 - May 2017
2 months

Freelancer

Mescheltana e.K.

  • Preparing and giving an English talk at the CDNLive2017 conference in Munich on May 16, 2017
Aug 2016 - Mar 2017
8 months

Freelancer

Mescheltana e.K.

  • Development of a PSpice simulation for an industrial x-ray sensor in a high-noise environment with a user-friendly interface

  • Creating schematics, PSpice simulation, and layout with OrCAD in a home office

  • Simulating the preamplifier signal and optimizing for maximum noise tolerance

  • Analyzing and implementing linear and switching regulators (DC-DC converters) from Linear Technology and Texas Instruments using LTspice and TINA

  • System-level simulation of the complete power supply concept with switching and linear regulators

  • Developing a hierarchical schematic and creating a layout with electromagnetic compatibility in mind

  • Selecting, ordering, and overseeing production and assembly of all custom components

  • Conducting measurements and board modifications at the client site and in the lab

Oct 2015 - Jul 2016
10 months

Freelancer

Own project

  • Setting up the lab area for circuit commissioning

  • Testing, characterizing, and documenting the lab board

  • Presenting the board to potential customers and at the Technology Cooperation Days at the Hannover Industrial Fair

  • Creating a PSpice simulation for filter circuits

  • Attending presentations by Linear Technologies, Keysight, Würth, and CADFEM within the VDI framework

  • Preparing and delivering a presentation on circuits, layout, and PSpice at the CDNLive 2016 conference

  • Writing a contribution for the reference electronics handbook in Würth's "Find Your Engineer" program

  • Testing ADS and SpiceVision software for graphical modeling of operational amplifiers

  • Installing and learning OrCAD version 17.2

Feb 2015 - Sep 2015
8 months

Freelancer

Own project

  • Developing a high-quality 6-layer lab board for EMC-compliant design with high-pass and low-pass filters, switching power supplies, level conversion, electromagnetic circuits (Hall sensor, Rogowski coil), RF transmitter and receiver, IR transmitter and receiver, differential/single-ended conversion, digital circuit parts, and prototype area

  • Improving skills in OrCAD layout

  • Manufacturing the board in November 2015

Jul 2014 - Jan 2015
7 months

Consultant

Harting

  • Support in the development of electronic sensors

  • Simulation of coupled inductances with ferrite cores using PSpice

  • Development of a concept for current and voltage measurement in a connector

  • Coordination of the concept with the mechanical designer and digital circuit developer

  • Creation of schematics and board layouts in OrCAD to measure current, voltage, and luminous intensity

  • Commissioning of the PCBs

  • Literature research on current measurement with Rogowski coils

Apr 2012 - Present
13 years 11 months

Founder

Mescheltana GmbH

  • Founded Mescheltana GmbH and worked freelance in analog design

  • Procured and used the Orcad suite from Cadence for schematics, layouts, and simulations

  • Built a network with an established PCB manufacturer and assembler

Jan 1989 - Dec 2011
23 years

Research Engineer, Communication Technology

Bosch

  • Developed prototypes to demonstrate the feasibility of future products

  • Transmitted rearview camera images analog and digital, wired and wireless using HDMI, LVDS, and ISM band radio transmission

  • Evaluated switching regulator variants for a wireless stage microphone and designed them with CR5000, tested the power amplifiers under OFDM

  • Developed components for multilingual conference transmission via infrared light using ADS and optical measurement techniques

  • Developed and tested antenna diversity for Wi-Fi speakers

  • Developed mid-range and long-range radar system components with HFSS, ADS, AutoCAD, and CR5000

  • Specified processes for digital map updates in collaboration with Denso, created English Word documents with UML and XML diagrams, filed 10 patents, used DOORS

  • Analyzed, documented, and extended a C++-based vehicle navigation system with MFC and Visual C++

  • Developed and field-tested a vehicle warning message transceiver, created schematics and layouts in OrCAD

  • Led specification and procurement of a 64 GHz radio system in the BMBF-funded project "Cellular Radio Networks with Optical Power Feeding" in cooperation with the Heinrich Hertz Institute Berlin

  • Specified, built, and field-tested a 5.8 GHz vehicle unit for infrastructure communication, simulations in PSpice

  • Specified and tested components for networking consumer devices, participated in committees in EIBA and powerline networks

  • Built a prototype receiver for digital radio (DAB)

  • Industrial networking with diffuse infrared light in an EU-funded project, developed components, simulations in PSpice, schematics and layouts in PADS, studied MOSFET drivers for LEDs

Jan 1987 - Dec 1988
2 years

Lecturer

FH Hannover

  • Worked part-time as a lecturer in the Electrical Engineering department
Jan 1980 - Dec 1989
10 years

Developer

Blaupunkt

  • Designed and developed computer-controlled test and calibration systems for car radios and components using HP1000 computers under RTE-A in Fortran 7X

  • Used HP-specific subsystems for networking and databases

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Automotive (32 years), Telecommunication (23 years), Manufacturing (14 years), Biotechnology (6 years), Energy (3.5 years), and Education (2 years).

Automotive
Telecommunication
Manufacturing
Biotechnology
Energy
Education

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 (46 years), Research and Development (30 years), Project Management (23 years), Supply Chain Management (14 years), Information Technology (10 years), and Quality Assurance (7.5 years).

Product Development
Research and Development
Project Management
Supply Chain Management
Information Technology
Quality Assurance

Skills

Operating Systems

  • Rte-a (Very Good)
  • Windows 7 (Good)

Office

  • Microsoft Office 10 Including Outlook (Good)

Others

  • Uml (Good)
  • Xml (Good)

Database Knowledge

  • Oracle (Basic Knowledge)

Cad Skills

  • Autocad (Good)

Internet

  • Firefox (Good)

Cae Skills

  • Orcad (Good)
  • Pspice (Good)
  • Zuken Cr5000 (Good)
  • Hfss (Basic Knowledge)
  • Ads (Good)

Programming Languages

  • Fortran (Good)
  • C++ (Good)
  • Mfs (Good)

Analog Circuits

  • Analysis, Consulting, Simulation
  • Creation Of Circuit Diagrams And Layouts
  • Provision Of Tested Components

Lab Boards

  • Lab Boards For Prototyping Electronic Circuits For Demanding Designs
  • Planning And Development Of Lab Boards
  • Lab Boards With Or Without Assembly

Electromagnetic Compatibility

  • Analog Circuits For High-performance Electrical Components
  • Solutions Around Electromagnetic Compatibility

Radio Systems With High-frequency And Infrared Light

  • Transmitters And Drivers
  • Antennas
  • Receivers
  • Signal Generation And Processing (Filters, Phase-locked Loops, Level Adjustments ...)
  • Decision Circuits And A/d Converters
  • Concepts For The Complete Transmission Chain

Numerous Patents

  • Wireless Communication Technology And Systems
  • General Circuit Technology
  • Management Of Digital Map Data For Navigation Systems
  • Communication Technology For Motor Vehicles
  • Sensing The Environment Of Motor Vehicles Using Optics And Radar

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

Education

Oct 1974 - Jun 1979

University of Hanover

Diploma in Electrical Engineering, specialization in high-frequency technology · Electrical Engineering · Hanover, Germany · Passed with distinction

Neustadt a. Rbge High School

High school diploma · Neustadt am Rübenberge, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Certified Interconnection Designer (CID)

Certified Electronics Designer (ZED II)

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Where is Reinhard based?

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

What languages does Reinhard speak?

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

How many years of experience does Reinhard have?

Reinhard has at least 46 years of experience. During this time, Reinhard has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 1 month. Note that Reinhard may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Reinhard be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Reinhard would be well-suited for roles such as: Consultant, Freelancer, Founder.

What is Reinhard's latest experience?

Reinhard's most recent position is Consultant at Infineon.

What companies has Reinhard worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Reinhard has worked for Infineon, Mescheltana e.K., and Mescheltana GmbH.

Which industries is Reinhard most experienced in?

Reinhard is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Telecommunication, and Manufacturing. Reinhard also has some experience in Biotechnology, Energy, and Education.

Which business areas is Reinhard most experienced in?

Reinhard is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Research and Development (R&D), and Project Management. Reinhard also has some experience in Supply Chain Management, Information Technology (IT), and Quality Assurance (QA).

Which industries has Reinhard worked in recently?

Reinhard has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Biotechnology, and Energy.

Which business areas has Reinhard worked in recently?

Reinhard has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Supply Chain Management, and Quality Assurance (QA).

What is Reinhard's education?

Reinhard holds a Master in Electrical Engineering from University of Hanover.

Does Reinhard have any certificates?

Reinhard has 2 certificates. These include: Certified Interconnection Designer (CID) and Certified Electronics Designer (ZED II).

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Reinhard is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

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