Martin Mihaljevic - PLC Control Systems Engineer, 27 Years

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Egerkingen, Switzerland

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Experience

Jul 2016 - Present

10 years 2 months

Founder and Managing Director

Mitecs GmbH

Engineering of process and control systems
Programming of PLC controls (Step7, TIA V11–V20, S7-300/1200/1500 controllers)
Visualizations including logging and data logging (WinCC / WinCC flexible)
Project management of industrial, building services and machinery systems
Control planning
Electrical CAD (schematic drawing)
Trouble-shooting on site
Remote maintenance
System/control extensions, modifications and retrofits
Various bus integrations (Profibus, Modbus TCP/RTU, Profinet/Ethernet, MP-Bus)
Commissioning
Training, training documentation and operating instructions
Worldwide area of activity

Jul 2012 - Jun 2016

4 years

Project Manager Control / Programmer

e. Luterbach AG

Programming of Siemens S7 including modifications, adaptations and extensions
Programming with Step7 and TIA Portal
Programming of Siemens Simatic 200/300/1200/1500 controllers
Creating visualizations with WinCC flexible
Creating and configuring bus connections (Profibus, Modbus, Profinet, BacNet etc.)
Data logging and recording of operating data
Parameterization of frequency converters (Schneider ATV, Vacon, Lenze)
Development of various programming and visualization standards
Project management from programming to commissioning, training of operators and handover to customer
Full commissioning of systems worldwide
Remote maintenance via eCatcher Talk2M
Fault finding and resolution on site worldwide
Creation of device documentation and operating instructions
Creation of training materials

Apr 2012 - Jun 2012

3 months

Programmer

Referenz Automation GmbH

Programming of Siemens S7 including modifications, adaptations and extensions
Creating visualizations with WinCC flexible
Creating and configuring bus connections (Profibus, Modbus, Profinet/Ethernet, MP-Bus)
Parameterization of various frequency converters
Project management from programming to commissioning and handover to customer
Fault finding and resolution on site
Creation of device documentation and operating instructions
Creation of training materials

Oct 2011 - Mar 2012

6 months

Programmer / PLC Specialist

Xorella AG

Programming of Siemens S7 (+ VIPA) including modifications, adaptations and extensions
Creating visualizations with WinCC flexible
Adjustments of visualizations with ProTool
Fault finding and resolution (telephone support)
Project support and customer service (telephone support)
Extension work on existing controls
Creation of device documentation and operating instructions

Jan 2009 - Sep 2011

2 years 9 months

Project Manager Control / Programmer

Jäggi/Güntner (Schweiz) AG

Programming of Siemens S7 including modifications, adaptations and extensions
Creating and configuring bus connections (Profibus, Modbus, Profinet/Ethernet, MP-Bus)
Creating visualizations with WinCC flexible
Parameterization of various frequency converters (Siemens, Rockwell, Danfoss, Ziehl-Abegg)
Remote maintenance via Siemens teleservice
Fault finding and resolution on site across Europe
Project responsibility and management
Creation of device documentation and operating instructions
Creation of training materials and training on control functions in-house and on site
Occasional commissioning and service support on site

May 2007 - Dec 2008

1 year 8 months

PLC Control Technician

Leoni Studer AG

Programming of Siemens S7 including modifications, adaptations and extensions
Configuration adjustments of various data recorders and panels
Parameter changes and adjustments of various motor controllers
Fault finding and resolution
Project support and extension work on existing controls
Maintenance and servicing tasks
Quality-relevant checks of various control systems, process workflows and test equipment
Creation of documentation and instructions

Sep 2005 - May 2007

1 year 9 months

Hardware Engineering Project Engineer

Rittmeyer AG

Planning of measurement and control systems (electrical control cabinets)
Creation of schematic and control cabinet layout drawings based on system descriptions, specifications and offers using CAD/CAE

Oct 2003 - Aug 2005

1 year 11 months

Control Panel Assembler / Inspector

Eichmann Tableaux AG

Assembly and wiring of control panels
Inspection of control panels according to NIN/SEV
Complete testing of Ex-Zone panels according to ATEX95, EN50019 eex e and EN50020 eex i
Creation of complete test protocols
Service and installation work

Aug 1999 - Jul 2003

4 years

Automation Technician Apprentice

Vogel Engineering AG

Control and schematic planning
Creation of schematics (AutoCAD)
Various work preparation tasks (ordering and preparing materials)
Inventory management
Mechanical assembly and wiring of control panels
Programming of Siemens Logo and SAIA S5
Complete testing and simulation of control panel functions
Installation and commissioning of controls
Service, repair and extension work on controls

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Construction, and Information Technology.

Manufacturing

Construction

Information Technology

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Operations, Project Management, Information Technology, Product Development, Production, and Customer Service.

Operations

Project Management

Information Technology

Product Development

Production

Customer Service

Skills

Engineering Of Process And Control Systems
Programming Of Plc Controls (Step7, Tia V11-V20, S7-300/1200/1500 Controllers)
Visualizations Including Logging And Data Logging (Wincc / Wincc Flexible)
Project Management Of Industrial, Building Services And Machinery Systems
Control Planning
Electrical Cad (Schematic Drawings)
Trouble-Shooting (On Site)
Remote Maintenance
System And Control Expansions
Modifications
Retrofits
Various Bus Connections (Profibus, Modbus Tcp/Rtu, Profinet/Ethernet, Mp-Bus)
Commissioning
Training, Training Materials And Operating Manuals
Programming Of Handling And Robotics Systems
Process Visualization Systems / Scada (Wincc Oa)
Construction Of Control Panels And Switchgear
Programming Of Various Controllers (Biviator, Simatic S5, Berger-Lahr, Sinumerik Cnc, Bosch Plc, Selectron, Ge-Fanuc)
Electrical Installations
Electrical Inspections
Acceptance / Sina (Safety Certificate)

Languages

German

Native

Croatian

Native

English

Intermediate

Education

Aug 1999 - Jul 2003

Vogel Engineering AG

Apprenticeship as an automation technician · Automation Technician · Steinerberg, Switzerland

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 9

Experience in Manufacturing 27 y

Avg length 2 y 11 m

Longest experience 10 y 1 m

Expertise

Recent roles Founder and Managing Director, Project Manager Control / Programmer, Programmer

Main industries Manufacturing, Construction, Information Technology

Main business areas Operations, Project Management, Information Technology

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Profile

Created

February 2026

Last Update

May 2026

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Martin is based in Egerkingen, Switzerland and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

Martin speaks the following languages: German (Native), Croatian (Native), English (Intermediate).

Martin has at least 27 years of experience. During this time, Martin has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years. Note that Martin may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Martin would be well-suited for roles such as: Founder and Managing Director, Project Manager Control / Programmer, Programmer.

Martin's most recent position is Founder and Managing Director at Mitecs GmbH.

In recent years, Martin has worked for Mitecs GmbH.

Martin is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Construction, and Information Technology.

Martin is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Project Management, and Information Technology. Martin also has some experience in Product Development, Production, and Customer Service.

Martin has recently worked in industries like Construction, Information Technology, and Manufacturing.

Martin has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Operations, and Project Management.

Martin holds a Bachelor in Automation Technician from Vogel Engineering AG.

Martin is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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