Jaroslav Polacek - Freelance Engineer as Manager of...

Q: Where is Jaroslav based?

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

Q: What languages does Jaroslav speak?

Jaroslav speaks the following languages: German (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Jaroslav have?

Jaroslav has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Jaroslav has worked in at least 18 different roles and for 9 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 10 months . Note that Jaroslav may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Jaroslav's latest experience?

Jaroslav's most recent position is Freelance Engineer as Manager of Environmental Testing at Rolls-Royce Solutions .

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

In recent years, Jaroslav has worked for Rolls-Royce Solutions and Infineon Technologies AG .

Q: Which industries is Jaroslav most experienced in?

Jaroslav is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Telecommunication , and Manufacturing . Jaroslav also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense and Real Estate .

Q: Which business areas is Jaroslav most experienced in?

Jaroslav is most experienced in business areas like Product Development , Quality Assurance , and Research and Development . Jaroslav also has some experience in Project Management , Customer Service , and Sales .

Q: Which industries has Jaroslav worked in recently?

Jaroslav has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Aerospace and Defense .

Q: Which business areas has Jaroslav worked in recently?

Jaroslav has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance and Product Development .

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Starnberg, Germany

Experience

May 2025 - Present

11 months

Friedrichshafen, Germany

Freelance Engineer as Manager of Environmental Testing

Rolls-Royce Solutions

Environmental testing, shaker testing up to 100G (Acutronic, LDS, RMS, Vibration Research)
Test equipment and temperature (Vötsch VC³7060, Weisstechnik)
Analysis of shaker, temperature, and shock tests and documentation of results

Dec 2020 - Apr 2025

4 years 5 months

Freelance Engineer

Infineon Technologies AG

Development, measurement, testing, trials, and GIP verification of static parameters (MMCi, Iwatsu, C MP-Agilent, Rth/Zth Tektronix) of semiconductor devices in the climate chamber
Ensuring compliance with requirements and standards in test procedures
Carrying out simulation tests, analyzing results, and documentation

Jul 2020 - Dec 2020

6 months

Technical Project Manager

Residence GmbH

Maintenance of electrical and IT systems
Technical and commercial maintenance and modification coordination
Project management, quality management, logistics, personnel management

Sep 2018 - Jun 2020

1 year 10 months

Liechtenstein

Acoustics Developer for Electromechanical Steering Gears

thyssenkrupp Presta AG

Development of acoustics for electromechanical steering gears in passenger cars
Verifying the effectiveness of measures in the vehicle
Carrying out measurements and tests on test benches with Head acoustics Artemis and Müller BBM PAK measurement and analysis systems
Developing measures to improve steering gear acoustics
Supporting production plants with acoustics and vibration issues
Preparing test reports and presentations

Oct 2015 - Aug 2018

2 years 11 months

Technical Managing Director

SEP GmbH

Coordinating customer projects in mobile communications (Nokia Ulm)
Setting up, modifying, and overseeing construction of LTE test facilities
Acoustic measurement of G5 test facilities and soundproofing optimization
Acquiring new customers and taking on acoustics projects
Coordinating, directing, and participating in active customer support

Feb 2013 - Sep 2015

2 years 8 months

Q Specialist for Aeroacoustics and NVH Test Lead

BMW AG

Planning test coverage for BBG prototype vehicles
Conducting on-vehicle tests, analyzing errors and reporting them to the reporting line with verification of fixes
Virtual acoustic error analysis (ViFA-T), static evaluation of CA data
ATG: static and dynamic evaluation of prototypes and pre-series vehicles, verification of corrective measures
Acoustic measurement of BBG assemblies, analysis using mobile measurement technology (PAK MK II)
Conducting static and dynamic acoustic measurements
Preparation, interpretation and evaluation of measurement results
Start-up support for vehicles, vibration comfort measurements, testing and evaluation of vehicles at the Aschheim test site and in the acoustic wind tunnel
Developing measures to achieve interior noise targets for the complete vehicle

Feb 2011 - Dec 2012

1 year 11 months

Acoustics Engineer ATG

BMW AG

Analyses using mobile measurement technology (PAK MK II)
Conducting static and dynamic acoustic measurements in the field of aero- and audio-acoustics
Analysis of wind noise
Preparation, interpretation and evaluation of measurement results
Start-up support and series tracking for vehicles F30 / F31 (CAMS, PQM, IPS-Q)

Mar 2010 - Jan 2011

11 months

Project Coordinator

S.E.P GmbH

Project coordination of customer projects in the areas of mobile communications, interior acoustic optimization, audio acoustics, and acoustic vehicle analysis
Analysis of rattling and creaking noises

Mar 2009 - Feb 2010

1 year

Acoustic Predevelopment for Air Conditioning Units

Audi AG

Acoustic predevelopment of climate control units and individual components
Planning and setup of acoustic test rigs with controllable airflow
Acoustic analysis of climate control units and components in the vehicle
Correlation studies between vehicle measurements and test rig setup
Analysis of external vehicles in the sound measurement room, including benchmarking

Jun 2008 - Feb 2009

9 months

Project Coordinator

S.E.P GmbH

Project coordination of customer projects in the areas of mobile communications, interior acoustic optimization, and acoustic external vehicle analysis

Oct 2003 - May 2008

4 years 8 months

Acoustics Engineer ATG

BMW AG

Analyses using mobile measurement technology (PAK MK II)
Conducting static and driving-dynamic acoustic measurements in the areas of aero, powertrain, and audio acoustics
Analyzing rattling and creaking noises
Processing, interpreting, and evaluating measurement results
Start-up support and series tracking for E90/E91 vehicles

Jul 1999 - Sep 2003

4 years 3 months

Mobile Radio Test Facility Supervisor

Siemens AG

Design, commissioning, setup/modification, and construction management of pilot test facilities (GSM/LTE/5G)
Customer support (Vodafone etc.)
Test analyses and planning of test capacities

Jan 1999 - Jun 1999

6 months

Aeroacoustics Test Bench Operator

BMW AG

Aeroacoustic vehicle analyses in the acoustic wind tunnel
Developing measurement concepts, data analysis, and presenting the results

Oct 1997 - Dec 1998

1 year 3 months

Acoustics Engineer

BMW AG

Planning, conducting, and evaluating mobile tests with PC-based measurement technology and DAT recorders
Collaborating on harmonizing test scopes
Software: PAK Müller BBM, Anwas, Microsoft Office, Windows NT/95, HP-UNIX

Jul 1997 - Sep 1997

3 months

Project Manager for Acoustic Test Benches

BMW AG

Coordinating and overseeing modifications to acoustic radiator and climate roller test benches
Software: MS Project

Jul 1996 - Jun 1997

1 year

Management of Vehicle Acoustics Development Processes

BMW AG

Interpreting measurement results to develop target definitions for acoustic and vibration comfort
Software: ADS-Akustik, Word, Corel Draw

Nov 1995 - Jun 1996

8 months

Acoustics Engineer - Wind Noise

BMW AG

Planning and conducting wind noise tests on the complete vehicle
Developing measures to improve wind noise characteristics
Mobile measurements using a binaural measurement system (artificial head)
Software: ADS-Akustik

Jul 1995 - Oct 1995

4 months

Commissioning and creation of operating instructions for an acoustic-mechanical test rig

BMW AG

Analyzing and measuring sound insulation, counterforce, and tightness of various sealing systems
Software: HP-Paragon, PC-DIA, AutoSketch, ADS-Akustik

Jan 1993 - Jun 1995

2 years 6 months

Acoustics Developer - Vehicle Physics

BMW AG

Preparing and conducting acoustic and vibration tests on the complete vehicle and assemblies
Measuring and displaying body vibration modes during operation, modal analysis on a shaker test stand
Software: Anwas, Amadeus, ADS-Akustik, LMS, Cortex

Jan 1990 - Dec 1992

3 years

Acoustics Engineer - Sound Measurement Rooms

BMW AG

Preparing and conducting acoustic tests in sound measurement rooms
Software: ADS-Akustik, Anvas

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Automotive, Telecommunication, Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense, and Real Estate.

Automotive

Telecommunication

Manufacturing

Aerospace and Defense

Real Estate

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Product Development, Quality Assurance, Research and Development, Project Management, Customer Service, and Sales.

Product Development

Quality Assurance

Research and Development

Project Management

Customer Service

Sales

Languages

German

Advanced

Certifications & licenses

Measurement Lab Safety Training Certificate, Campeon

Certificate "How to Use a Shaker"

Cyber and Information Security Training Certificate

Training Certificate for Electrical Specialists

Occupational Safety Training Certificate, Campeon

Cyber and Information Security Training Certificate

Lab Safety Training Certificate, Campeon

MMCI Static Semiconductor Tester, Thermostreamer HW/SW Training

Cyber and Information Security Training Certificate

Infineon Data Protection Certificate (Data Protection - German)

E-Mobility Days: University of the Bundeswehr Munich

PAK – Advanced Day, Müller-BBM VibroAcoustic Systems

PAK Day and PAK Advanced Day, Müller-BBM VibroAcoustic Systems

Leipzig, 3-Day BMW Workshop: Acoustics & Vibrations T-Department.

PAK Day and PAK Advanced Day, Müller-BBM VibroAcoustic Systems

Information Security Certificate, BMW

Training: Operation of Electrified Test Vehicles, BMW

Aschheim Test Site Certificate, BMW

PAK Day and PAK Advanced Day, Müller-BBM VibroAcoustic Systems

Functional Acoustics and Vehicle System Quality, Munich University of Applied Sciences

First Aid Training as a Workplace First Responder

Fiber Optic Technology Fundamentals Certificate

LAN Measurement Technology Certificate

PAK - Course V. 5.5, Müller-BBM VibroAcoustic Systems

PAK - Seminar V. 5.4, Müller-BBM VibroAcoustic Systems

BMW Class B2 Internal Driving License. Training: Intensive AG

BMW Class B1 Internal Driving License. Training: Advanced

Software Seminar: MS Windows XP Level 3

Seminar: Tektronix K1297-G20

Seminar: Protocols in the GSM System

Siemens Training Institute; BSS Delta Training

Siemens Training Institute; UMTS Course

Seminar: Protocol Analysis in GSM with Protocol Tester K1205

Siemens Training Institute; D900 BSS Commissioning Specialist Course

Seminar: PAK Basic Training, Müller-BBM VibroAcoustic Systems

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 20

Experience in Automotive 23 y

Avg length 1 y 9 m

Longest experience 4 y 7 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (Germany, Liechtenstein)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Freelance Engineer as Manager of Environmental Testing, Freelance Engineer, Technical Project Manager

Main industries Automotive, Telecommunication, Manufacturing

Main business areas Product Development, Quality Assurance, Research and Development

Qualifications

Certifications earned 36

Profile

Created

September 2025

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Where is Jaroslav based?

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

What languages does Jaroslav speak?

Jaroslav speaks the following languages: German (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Jaroslav have?

Jaroslav has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Jaroslav has worked in at least 18 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 10 months. Note that Jaroslav may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Jaroslav be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Jaroslav would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelance Engineer as Manager of Environmental Testing, Freelance Engineer, Technical Project Manager.

What is Jaroslav's latest experience?

Jaroslav's most recent position is Freelance Engineer as Manager of Environmental Testing at Rolls-Royce Solutions.

What companies has Jaroslav worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Jaroslav has worked for Rolls-Royce Solutions and Infineon Technologies AG.

Which industries is Jaroslav most experienced in?

Jaroslav is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Telecommunication, and Manufacturing. Jaroslav also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense and Real Estate.

Which business areas is Jaroslav most experienced in?

Jaroslav is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Quality Assurance, and Research and Development. Jaroslav also has some experience in Project Management, Customer Service, and Sales.

Which industries has Jaroslav worked in recently?

Jaroslav has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Aerospace and Defense.

Which business areas has Jaroslav worked in recently?

Jaroslav has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance and Product Development.

Does Jaroslav have any certificates?

Jaroslav has 36 certificates. Among them, these include: Measurement Lab Safety Training Certificate, Campeon, Certificate "How to Use a Shaker", and Cyber and Information Security Training Certificate.

What is the availability of Jaroslav?

Jaroslav is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Jaroslav?

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