Tom Rudolph
Head of Innovation Electronic Systems
Experience
Head of Innovation Electronic Systems
Miele & Cie. KGaA
- Responsible for concept development, architecture (HW/SW/Mechatronic), development and realization of new strategic future projects as POC up to miniseries
- Business case design and development for future cloud-based services based on Miele appliances
- Prototyping support for all product units and central design department regarding hardware, software, display/opacs and mechanical design for various appliances
- Responsible for competitor analyses and reverse engineering regarding architectures, systems, process, and detailed cost analyses
- Driving definition, POCs and implementation of various AI tools for product definition, development, test etc. to improve process and development efficiency
- Responsible for IT Department and Process Management Office
Head of Electronics Product and Platform Development
Miele & Cie. KGaA
Responsible for platform development of Miele electronic hardware/software development and mechanical design for all kinds of B2C and B2B appliances
Platform preparation for future Edge AI application of Miele appliances
Transformation and reorganization of the current R&D organization into a new agile development organization
Implementing hybrid agile development processes especially in hardware related development teams
Built up a new development center in Brasov (Romania) for embedded hardware/software development
Rich cross domain Miele Appliance Building Set (Mechatronic/Software Platform) as basis for future product development projects for six business units
Successful transformation of software/hardware teams into an agile working setup based on Scrum
Head of Web and Mobile App Development for all Testo Cloud Solutions and Smart Devices/Probes
Testo SE & Co. KGaA
- Responsible for development and operation (DevOps) of all new cloud-based software solutions for food and pharma applications
- Responsible for mobile app development for all smart devices and smart probes for HVAC, food and pharma products and applications
- Cross platform requirement definition and management (sensors/smart devices/software)
- Technology and innovation scanning and technology feature roadmap definition
- Transformation and reorganization of dedicated R&D teams from startup to professional agile software development departments
- Built up and grew a new software development site in Berlin (70 developers)
CTO UAV Systems and Solutions
Aibotix GmbH
Responsible for definition and development of embedded hardware/software and UAV cloud-based data management systems and services
Responsible for design and development of mechanical concepts (carbon fiber technology) for UAV systems
Responsible for product and feature definition and development of UAVs and UAV based commercial system solutions for applications like geo-mapping, inspections, farming and forestry
Technology and innovation scanning and feature roadmap definition
Driving government funded research projects with universities and consortia
Transformation and reorganization of R&D team from startup to professional R&D
First commercial UAV with integrated High Precision GNSS solution, market introduction December 2015
First successful flight of next generation UAV prototype Aibot X6 V2
Head of Communication Systems and Energy Management Solutions
SMA Solar Technology AG
Head of product management and development for communication systems solutions and standardization of technologies (platform for data models, protocols, data and system security)
Responsible for all SMA-wide energy management systems and development of new system architecture for future energy management solutions
Development of the eBusiness strategy for monetization of cloud applications
Strategic reorganization and further development of all online portal solutions for system monitoring and storage system monitoring
Redevelopment and optimization of PV system simulation and project tools
Preparation of realization concepts, development and operation of portal applications
Definition and expansion of the product portfolio, aligning activities with market and modern technologies
Coordination with product management, purchasing, suppliers and production
Strategic orientation and optimization of the communication systems division including hardware and software development for data loggers, communication modules, energy management systems, visualization products and web portal solutions
Launched first fee-based portal application for professional monitoring and error analysis of PV systems with worldwide rollout in 2014
Launched Sunny Home Manager smart energy management system (Smart Energy Award 2013)
Launched first PV inverter with integrated battery (Intersolar Award 2013)
Defined and developed new data logger Clustercontroller in 2012
Founding and board member of EEBus e.V. for standardization of interfaces and protocols
Director Global R&D and Platform Development
HYPERCOM GmbH / Thales e-Transactions GmbH
Global responsibility for hardware platform and system definition and development for chip card terminals, PIN pads, eHealth terminals
Definition and implementation of innovative projects such as contactless payment and touch technology
Implementation of security processors with external chip suppliers
Project management and controlling
Definition and realization of 3D design and architecture for eHealth terminals
Responsible for platform and product development of chip card terminals, PIN pads, ticket terminals and medical applications
Hardware and software system definition including memory and security solutions, mechanical concepts, production and test concepts
Improvement of global development processes and collaboration between locations
Supplier management and production support
Developed the Medline terminal family for electronic health card usage in German market
Hardware Development Manager
Siemens AG / BenQ Mobile
Defined hardware platforms and concepts for cellular phone products and reviewed concepts with technical project management
Ensured smooth transition from platform to product development and drove design-to-cost activities
Selected suppliers and technologies for components and modules
Coordinated development activities in Beijing including supplier management and production support
Headed digital hardware development division with global responsibility
Designed electro-mechanical components
Launched multiple mobile phone platforms and products including C25/S25 and SL series
Engineer for Hardware and Software Development, Layout, Prototype and Production
Hoffmann Electronic GmbH
Engineer for Development, Test and System Integration of Astronomical Equipment
Carl Zeiss "Astro" Division
Research Engineer
Technical College for Electrical Engineering & Ceramics
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing (27 years), Telecommunication (9.5 years), Energy (5.5 years), Banking and Finance (4 years), Healthcare (4 years), and Space Exploration (2 years).
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Experienced in Product Development (38 years), Information Technology (14.5 years), Supply Chain Management (13 years), Research and Development (9.5 years), Procurement (9.5 years), and Project Management (8 years).
Summary
- Innovative leadership and strategy development: Demonstrated innovative and strong leadership and management skills with over 25 years of experience in product definition, portfolio management, IoT, smart home products and systems, 3d-design, electrical/electronic/SW engineering, telecommunications, cloud-based services and solutions, renewable energies/energy management systems (consumer/commercial), unmanned aerial vehicles (robotics/UAVs), and household appliances. Proven track record in developing and executing strategic initiatives that drive business growth and market expansion.
- Strategic expertise in product and business development: Extensive strategic know-how in product/project/innovation/change management, agile research & development and agile transformation. Expertise in hardware, software, and mechanical development with a focus on mechatronic devices/systems, cloud-based solutions, and mobile apps. Skilled in identifying market opportunities and translating them into actionable business strategies.
- Transformational and strategic leadership style: A transformational management style that emphasizes inspiring, motivating, and empowering teams. Act as a consultant and coach, promoting innovation, creativity, and personal responsibility. Skilled in leading organizations through periods of growth, as well as restructuring, by transforming processes into AI driven agile and efficient organizational forms.
- Pragmatic and solution-oriented: Known for a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach to project execution and day-to-day operations, ensuring that strategic goals are met efficiently and effectively.
- Proven success in dynamic environments: Successfully navigated challenging times of dynamic change, including both growth and restructuring phases. Examples include leading teams through agile transformations and spearheading strategic initiatives that align with evolving market demands.
- Global team and financial management: Build-up and managed of R&D units up to 150 employees worldwide and held budget responsibility for up to €40 million annually. Proven ability to align cross-functional teams with strategic business objectives and drive results in complex, international environments.
Skills
- Ms Office
- Teams
- Jira
- Confluence
- Ai Tools (E.g. Chatgpt, Leonardo.ai)
- Ms Sharepoint
- Github
- Sharper3d
Languages
Education
University of Würzburg
Executive Master of Business Administration, Business Integration · Business Integration · Würzburg, Germany · B
Technical College for Electrical Engineering & Ceramics
Master of Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering/Component Technology · Electrical Engineering · Hermsdorf, Germany · B
Nähmaschinenwerk Altenburg
Engineering draughtsman / High School / mechanical construction (industry automation) · Werdau, Germany
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