Markus Gattermann-Interim Project Manager / Head of Engineering & Operations | Mechanical & Special Machinery Engineering | Turnaround & Series
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Managing Owner
GEC-Solutions
Interim management, project leadership and technical consulting in mechanical and plant engineering for projects in mechanical engineering with a focus on automotive, e-mobility and series production
- Taking over and stabilizing critical projects in special machine construction and the automotive sector (SMEs, OEM, mechanical engineering, automotive)
- Supporting companies facing project delays, scheduling issues and operational challenges
- Leading engineering and project teams and managing complex project structures
- Optimizing processes in development, production and project execution
- Focus on on-time delivery, efficiency, quality and series readiness
Skills:
- Automotive
- Interim Management
- Mechanical Engineering Project Management
- Special Machinery Construction
- Engineering Management
- Operations Management
- Series Ramp-up
- Production Optimization
- Project Stabilization
- Turnaround Management
- Troubleshooting
- Automotive
- E-Mobility
- CAPEX Projects
- Project Management
- Process Optimization
I take on responsibility as:
- Project Manager
- Engineering Manager
- Operations Manager
- Interim Manager
Industries:
- Automotive
- Mechanical Engineering
- E-Mobility
I take on responsibility at short notice in critical mechanical and plant engineering projects and bring schedules, costs and organization back under control.
Complex projects are part of my daily routine. As a senior mechanical engineering expert, I am used to working in the dynamic automotive environment.
CTO / Technical Director, Power of Attorney
DASYM GmbH
The DASYM GmbH is a company specialized in the development of test stands and end-of-line testing systems in mechanical and plant engineering with a focus on automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers. The CTO / Technical Director position did not exist since the company's founding. This role was created specifically to put the company on a growth path.
- Leading development and research
- Managing the technology team and delegating tasks and projects
- Strategy development
- Business processes
- Customer and end-user support
- Supplier support
- Test stand design
- Feasibility studies
- Development, management and monitoring of technological processes
- Budget planning
- Market analysis and future forecasting
- Building a partner network
- Networking
- Creating requirement specifications
- Validating proposals
- Selection processes
- Contract award negotiations
- Drafting and reviewing contracts
- Sales activities
- Key account management
- New customer acquisition
- Concept development
- Cost estimation
- Preparing and validating quantity structures
- Worldwide representative
- Trade fairs
- Symposia
- Consultant
- Consulting services for potential customers in the automotive sector
- Fault analysis
- Problem solving development
Industries:
- Automotive
- Mechanical Engineering
- E-Mobility
Business Unit Head Test Systems, Sales Manager, Technical Director, Power of Attorney
H. Kleinknecht & Co. GmbH
January 2021 to December 2023: Business Unit Head Test Systems The company was divided into multiple business units, with the test systems unit (all around the automotive sector) falling entirely under my responsibility. In addition, I continued to handle site and sales management for test systems in mechanical and plant engineering with a strong focus on automotive and supplier industry. I had personnel responsibility for 86 internal employees and up to 30 external employees.
Planning responsibility
Order planning
Sales planning
HGB/POC review
Evaluation of labor billing rates
Evaluation of surcharges
Project controlling
Cost controlling
Personnel controlling
Technical leadership
Disciplinary leadership
Coaching and development
Strategy planning
Strategic alignment
New product development
Growth opportunities
Market monitoring, development of new automotive markets
Investment and budget planning
Micro management
Risk management
Development of patent applications
Mentor to another business unit head
Sales manager tasks
September 2019 to December 2023: Sales Manager Responsible for sales in the test stands (automotive) area as well as for industrial and public customers. Leading a team of up to 7 inside and field sales staff.
Focused on building an effective cold calling process
Order intake planning
Forecast evaluations
Risk assessments
Proposal review
Cost calculation review
Sales strategy development
Member of the Europe Automotive Sales Team
Customer support up to top level
Contract reviews
Negotiations
Site manager tasks
December 2018 to December 2023: Technical Director, granted power of attorney Appointed as Technical Director for the testing technology department in mechanical and plant engineering with a strong focus on automotive and supplier industry and in the electrical systems sector. Upon appointment, was granted power of attorney, enabling me to act independently within my scope of authority.
Industries:
- Automotive
- Mechanical Engineering
- E-Mobility
Site Manager, Branch Manager, Technical Director Test Engineering, Executive Assistant, Power of Attorney
H. Kleinknecht GmbH & Co. KG
April 2016 to November 2018: Site Manager Site manager for the main test engineering site in Kassel as well as the Wilden branch (NRW). Disciplinary supervisor for 82 company employees. This also included all non-project-specific departments such as sales, R&D, and administration.
Operational management of two sites
Personnel matters (hiring, administration, ...)
Site responsibilities (buildings, fleet management, administration, secretariat, ...)
Head of all safety committees (occupational safety, fire protection, and evacuation)
Marketing and trade fair activities
Worldwide representative of the company
Tasks of Technical Director
April 2011 to November 2018: Branch Manager, Technical Director Test Engineering, Power of Attorney Direct interface to executive management. Responsible for up to 40 employees in design, purchasing, quality assurance, mechanical and electrical assembly, and software at the Wilden (NRW) site.
Primary contact for all customers in the special machinery sector
Responsible for all mechanical sales
Responsible for mechanical design
Make or buy decision-maker
Cost control / cost optimization
Efficiency improvement
Order customer support
Standardization
Leadership training
Project management implementation
Link between departments
November 2008 to March 2011: Assistant to Executive Management Analysis and optimization of the company situation in mechanical design, procurement, and assembly.
Design Team Leader, Special Machinery Project Manager
Automations- und Einstelltechnik Kassel GmbH
June 2005 to October 2008: Promoted to Design Team Leader in the assembly systems area
Coordinating a team of up to 10 employees
Capacity planning
Vacation planning
Time tracking
Budget monitoring
Conducting employee reviews
Main contact for other specialist departments
April 2003 to June 2005: Specialist Project Manager for Special Machinery
Within the design department for measurement and adjustment stands as well as assembly systems. Work included, in addition to regular design and development tasks, the following:
- Sales support
- Technical order processing
- Customer support
- FMEA creation
- Specification sheet preparation
- Proposal review
- Purchasing support
- Machine concepts
- Assembly support
Project Manager and Special-purpose Machinery Designer
Makaro GmbH
The responsibilities included designing and engineering special machines and tools through customer approval, and supporting team members in detail design up to on-site commissioning.
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Experienced in Manufacturing and Automotive.
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Experienced in Product Development, Project Management, Procurement, Sales, Operations, and Human Resources.
Summary
I take on responsibility at short notice in critical projects in mechanical and plant engineering and bring schedules, costs and organization back under control.
Experienced interim manager and project leader focused on taking over and stabilizing critical projects and leading engineering and operations teams.
I support companies especially in situations with schedule delays, unclear structures, or increased pressure on results and quickly bring projects back to stable, deliverable states.
Experience from the concept phase to series ramp-up in special machine construction as well as in the automotive and e-mobility environment (OEM / Tier-1), including international project work.
Key areas: project stabilization, turnaround, troubleshooting, series ramp-up, production optimization, CAPEX projects, and leading complex technical projects.
Available at short notice for interim and project mandates.
Skills
Engineering:
- Development And Optimization Of Special Machines And Automation Solutions
- Analysis And Improvement Of Manufacturing And Assembly Processes
- Introduction Of Innovative Technologies For Efficiency Gains
- Technical Project Management - From Concept Phase To Commissioning
- Concept Development, Feasibility Studies
- Preparation Of Cost Estimates And Quantity Breakdowns
- Supplier Evaluations, Selection And Inquiries
- Cycle Time Determinations, Workflow Planning
- Layout Planning
Consulting:
- Process Analysis And Strategic Realignment In Mechanical Engineering
- Analysis And Improvement Of Manufacturing And Assembly Processes
- Creation Of Requirement And Specification Sheets
- 'Built Or Buy' Consulting
- Sales And Business Development For Sustainable Growth
- Patent Drafting And Innovation Management
Interim Management:
- Taking Over Management Positions (Ceo, Coo, Cto)
- Taking Technical Leadership Roles (Site And Plant Management, Sales Management, Design Management, Production Management)
- Restructuring And Optimization Of Business Units
- Building And Leading High-Performing Teams
- Support In Transformation And M&A Projects
Automotive & Commercial Vehicle Industry:
- Development And Optimization Of Production And Testing Facilities
- Automation Solutions For Assembly And Manufacturing Processes
- Quality And Process Assurance In Series Production
Machinery & Plant Engineering:
- Improving Efficiency In Production And Commissioning
- Development And Implementation Of Innovative Technologies
- Process Optimization And Digitization Of Production Workflows
E-Mobility & Alternative Drive Technologies:
- Development And Optimization Of Test Systems For Batteries And Drive Units
- Production And Quality Assurance For Electric Drive Systems
- Scaling Manufacturing Processes For Innovative Mobility Solutions
Special Machinery & Automation Technology:
- Design And Development Of Custom Special Solutions
- Integration Of New Technologies For Higher Productivity And Flexibility
- Technical Consulting For Complex Manufacturing And Testing Systems
Cross-Industry:
- Transferable Experience In Development, Process Optimization And Automation To Other Sectors Such As Medical Technology, Aerospace, Renewable Energy, Packaging Technology And More
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