Christian Saba-Research Associate – AI Consultant
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Experience
Research Associate – AI Consultant
Fraunhofer IAO
- Developed NLP and LLM POCs for use in manufacturing companies
- Applied advanced machine learning algorithms to analyze production data and develop custom data pipelines for quality assurance
- Designed and led the IAO basic seminar on AI in industry, including hands-on training modules
Master's thesis student – Acceptance of artificial intelligence and data-driven processes
WZL Aachen – Fraunhofer IAO
- Developed a user-centered concept for AI-based assistance systems
- Conducted causality analyses to evaluate acceptance factors using structural equation models
- Conducted meta-analyses and built databases
Working student – Project support 4.0 / AI
Fraunhofer IAO
- Prepared workshop content for Industry 4.0 and digitalization/transformation projects
- Evaluated AI algorithms for industrial use in value chains
- Supported the development and delivery of IT presentations at the 'Future Work Lab' innovation lab for regional and international industry partners
Bachelor's thesis student – Digital twin
WZL Aachen – Fraunhofer IPT
- Developed a concept for bidirectional information exchange between design and manufacturing in turbomachinery
- Analyzed the potential of digital twins for manufacturing turbine blades (blisks)
Intern – New engine quality management
Daimler AG
- Prepared quality metrics and compiled KPI dashboards for management
- Optimized quality tools
- Handled sample control and maturity management for engine projects
Intern – Mechanical Engineering
A.W. Faber-Castell Peru
- Machining processes
- Plastics molding processes
- Measuring, testing and quality control
Industry experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense, and Automotive.
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Experienced in Research and Development, Quality Assurance, Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development, and Business Intelligence.
Summary
Ambitious Production Engineering graduate with solid hands-on experience in artificial intelligence.
I strive to develop groundbreaking AI solutions – especially in generative AI and language models – and optimize data-driven processes in a focused and efficient way.
Skills
- Python, Tf (4.5/5)
- Llm, Rags (4/5)
- N8n, Make (4/5)
- Postgresql (3.5/5)
- Docker (3.5/5)
- Html, Css (3/5)
- Agile Project Management
- Innovation And Creativity
- Quantitative And Analytical Expertise
- Excellent Collaboration
- Proactive Approach
- Technology Affinity
- Critical Problem-Solving Skills
Languages
Education
RWTH Aachen
Master of Science in Production Engineering · Production Engineering · Aachen, Germany
RWTH Aachen
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Aachen, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Project Management Seminar
Kefalos
Project Acquisition Seminar
Kefalos
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Profile
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Christian is based in Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany.
Christian speaks the following languages: Spanish (Native), German (Advanced), English (Intermediate), French (Elementary).
Christian has at least 8 years of experience. During this time, Christian has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 4 months. Note that Christian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Christian would be well-suited for roles such as: Research Associate – AI Consultant, Master's thesis student – Acceptance of artificial intelligence and data-driven processes, Working student – Project support 4.0 / AI.
Christian's most recent position is Research Associate – AI Consultant at Fraunhofer IAO.
In recent years, Christian has worked for Fraunhofer IAO.
Christian is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense, and Automotive.
Christian is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development, Quality Assurance, and Information Technology. Christian also has some experience in Project Management, Product Development, and Business Intelligence.
Christian has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing.
Christian has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Quality Assurance, and Research and Development.
Christian holds a Master in Production Engineering from RWTH Aachen and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from RWTH Aachen.
Christian has 2 certificates. These include: Project Management Seminar and Project Acquisition Seminar.
The availability of Christian needs to be confirmed.
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