Maximilian D.-Hardware Developer
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Experience
Hardware Developer
Freelance Hardware Developer
- Optimization of a film stretching machine: concept design and proof of concept in SolidWorks and FEMM
- Development of a smart gas scale (Evergas) with mobile connectivity: functional and design prototype in SolidWorks, Cura, Eagle, Adafruit Web IDE
- Sensor system for brake disc measurement with Knorr-Bremse: proof of concept and patent preparation in SolidWorks, Cura, Eagle, FEMM, Adafruit Web IDE
- Development of a sensor for oil level measurement (Oilfox) with self-monitoring algorithms in SolidWorks, Cura, Eagle, Adafruit Web IDE
- Development of a miniature plastic extruder (Mcubus project) in SolidWorks, Cura, Eagle, LTSpice, FEMM, Arduino IDE
- Commissioning hardware for Magna Telemotive: electrical function tests, firmware porting in C++ and quality assurance coordination
- Electronics development for Sonnenglas: concepts for battery charging by solar power and LED control in Fusion 360, Eagle, Simplicity Studio, MPLab
- Development of a wake-up controller for Wing Man: vibration sensor and power-saving logic in Fusion 360, Eagle
- Hardware lead at Cariad SE: hardware testing, supplier communication, error management in iDEX, ODIS, CANoe
Co-Founder and Hardware Developer/Prototyping
Mcubus
- Design and sizing of mechanical components in SolidWorks
- Sourcing and manufacturing of parts for prototype versions
- Adapting components for cost-effective series production
- Development of control, display, and power electronics
- Simulation of circuits in LTSpice and building them on a breadboard
- PCB layout in Eagle and outsourcing to external manufacturers
- Supervising two bachelor theses within the project context
Hardware Developer and Prototyping (Part-time)
mantro GmbH
- Developing proofs of concept and presentation prototypes for consumer electronics
- Firmware development on Adafruit microcontrollers using Adafruit Web IDE (C++ derivative)
- Building and testing electronics on a breadboard for sensors and display elements
- Creating PCBs with Eagle and manufacturing them using CNC milling
- Designing enclosures in SolidWorks and 3D printing (FDM and stereolithography)
- Presenting functional prototypes and handing them over to customers for further development
Student Assistant in Simulation
Hörmann Logistik GmbH
- Modeling automated high-bay warehouses using Plant Simulation
- Performing and evaluating material flow tests with VBA macros in Excel
- Comparing simulation results with real tests
- Developing solution and optimization concepts for the system
- Validating solutions in the simulator before real implementation
- Creating an interface between Plant Simulation and the warehouse control software HiLIS in Java
Warehouse employee in the gynecology department
Rotkreuzklinikum München
Civilian service worker as warehouse clerk
Rotkreuzklinikum München
Journeyman metalworker specializing in metal design
Bau- und Kunstschlosserei Thomas Ruppel
Metalworker specializing in metal design
Bau- und Kunstschlosserei Thomas Ruppel
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Experienced in Manufacturing, Automotive, Construction, Transportation, Healthcare, and Arts and Crafts.
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Experienced in Product Development, Quality Assurance, Production, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, and Logistics.
Skills
- Ms-Office
- Solid Edge
- Solid Works
- Autocad Inventor
- Labview
- Matlab / Simulink
- C / C++
- Java
- Arduino
- Vba
- Plant Simulation
- Eagle
- Ltspice
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Education
Munich University of Applied Sciences
Master of Engineering, Mechatronics and Precision Engineering · Mechatronics and Precision Engineering · Munich, Germany
Munich University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Engineering, Production and Automation · Production and Automation · Munich, Germany
FOS/BOS Technik Munich
Subject-specific higher education entrance qualification · Munich, Germany
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Maximilian is based in Munich, Germany.
Maximilian speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).
Maximilian has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Maximilian has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 3 months. Note that Maximilian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Maximilian would be well-suited for roles such as: Hardware Developer, Co-Founder and Hardware Developer/Prototyping, Hardware Developer and Prototyping (Part-time).
Maximilian's most recent position is Hardware Developer at Freelance Hardware Developer.
In recent years, Maximilian has worked for Freelance Hardware Developer.
Maximilian is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Construction. Maximilian also has some experience in Transportation, Healthcare, and Arts and Crafts.
Maximilian is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Quality Assurance, and Production. Maximilian also has some experience in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, and Procurement.
Maximilian has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing.
Maximilian has recently worked in business areas like Product Development and Quality Assurance.
Maximilian holds a Master in Mechatronics and Precision Engineering from Munich University of Applied Sciences and a Bachelor in Production and Automation from Munich University of Applied Sciences.
The availability of Maximilian needs to be confirmed.
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