Rüdiger Schüller - Interim Manager for MedTech Projects

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Experience

Feb 2026 - Present

8 months

Manufacturer of busbar trunking systems for power & data transmission

Review and assessment of the current situation
Identifying and defining implementation measures to close existing gaps

Feb 2025 - Present

1 year 8 months

Interim CFO/CTO

Manufacturer of AI-supported predictive maintenance systems (KSV)

Preparing the business plan and presenting the technical concept
Acquiring (additional) cooperation partners for POC systems

Nov 2024 - May 2025

7 months

Task force lead

Manufacturer of invasive medical devices (KSV for naming)

Review and assessment of the current situation and existing (production) processes (including sterile cleanroom processes)
Definition and implementation of corrective measures
At the customer's request: support of the measures after the actual task force assignment (25% 02-05/2025)

Aug 2024 - Present

2 years 2 months

AI as a supporting work tool

Systematic analysis and application of leading AI models
Practical development and use of AI agents to optimize business processes
in product development
in business and production process development
as part of the continuous improvement process (CIP)

Jan 2024 - Oct 2024

10 months

Germany

Manufacturer of heart pumps (KSV for naming)

Review, assessment, and revision of existing production process FMEA (including sterile cleanroom processes)
Specifications for carrying out new V&V (verification & validation) / IVVQ
At the customer's request: support in implementing improvement measures (25% 08-10/2024)

Feb 2023 - Mar 2024

1 year 2 months

Leipzig, Germany

Interim Management

SENEC GmbH

Technical leadership and overall responsibility for TCQ + development/production process + planning of battery module development incl. cell geometry, wiring, interconnects, integration of temperature and power taps
Support with contract drafting (LOI, pre-development, series supply, etc.)
Main technical contact for the supplier from East Asia
Ongoing documentation and communication of project progress
Management of project activities incl. stakeholder management / stakeholder communication
Management of internal and external areas (cell technology + electrical + firmware development)
Alignment of system architecture requirements with suppliers and internal departments
Responsibility for V&V / IVVQ (integration, verification, validation and qualification) at module level
Consideration of the use of the module in large battery storage systems / BESS

Jun 2022 - Present

4 years 4 months

Mainz, Germany

E·M·S Ingenieurbüro / E·M·S GmbH

System development of a self-sufficient power supply based on renewable energy & ESS
Direct use of the generated energy and storage of surplus energy in LFP-based storage systems
In-house battery module development considering all cell formats, wiring, interconnects, integration of temperature and power taps, as well as usage analysis
Goal: enabling a 100% level of self-sufficiency for single-family and multi-family homes

Mar 2022 - Present

4 years 7 months

Mainz, Germany

E·M·S Ingenieurbüro / E·M·S GmbH

PV projects for residential homes (so far 6 systems between 5-30 kWp)
PV projects for agrivoltaic systems (so far 2 systems between 1.8-5 MWp)
PV projects for parking lot canopies (retail & industry; so far 3 projects between 0.4-1.9 MWp)
Planning and design of storage systems (batteries, flywheel storage, H₂ electrolysis)
Planning and design of on-site charging and refueling systems (electrical energy + H₂)

Feb 2022 - Aug 2023

1 year 7 months

Tuttlingen, Germany

Project Management

KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG

Project management for an endoscopic motor system for tissue removal and bone processing
Responsibility for TCQ, project planning and coordination of external partners and internal teams
Completion of software and adapters, as well as instruments for a motor system
Stakeholder management, preparation of status reports, holding stage demos
Release management based on internal standards and regulatory requirements
Planning and preparation of requirements for conducting V&V / IVVQ (integration, verification, validation and qualification)

Jan 2022 - Present

4 years 9 months

Mainz, Germany

E·M·S Ingenieurbüro / E·M·S GmbH

System development of a self-sufficient energy supply based on renewable energies
Use of renewable energies for hydrogen generation and storage
Use of stored hydrogen for heat and electricity
Goal: enabling a 100% level of self-sufficiency for single-family and multi-family homes

Jul 2021 - May 2022

11 months

Jena, Germany

Interim Management

Carl Zeiss Meditec AG

Refractive lasers: project lead for product development
TQC, team planning and coordination; Agile Scrum sprint method
Therapeutic lasers:
Planning of the verification and validation phase and execution of customer validations
Taking over coordination, organization, and sprint planning tasks
Review and release of technical documentation

Nov 2020 - May 2022

1 year 7 months

Ulm, Germany

Interim Consultant

Fluoron GmbH

Consulting on the revision of the DHF for all affected products to meet RA / MDR / FDA requirements
Review of DHF documents incl. development of (production) process improvements (GMP) to ensure sterility of invasive products
Project management and preparation of MDR + FDA audits

Nov 2019 - Apr 2020

6 months

Kleinostheim, Germany

Business Development Lead

Heraeus Nexensos GmbH

Contacting potential high-volume customers (>100k pcs/a)
Development of a series-ready application for in-motor temperature measurement
Integrated between the windings; for both conventional and hairpin technology
Selection of suitable suppliers to implement the required specifications
Creating (functional) prototypes and pre-production series using 3D printing

Jul 2019 - Present

7 years 3 months

Mainz, Germany

E·M·S Ingenieurbüro / E·M·S GmbH

Concept development of a modular drive system for sports boats using hydrogen as the energy carrier

Oct 2018 - Jun 2020

1 year 9 months

Germany

Head of Launch, Series & Change Management

Löwenstein Medical Innovation GmbH & Co. KG

Leadership, coordination, and disciplinary responsibility for 11 employees
Coordination of the build-up of pilot series samples for final release of the series status
Development of sterilizable/autoclavable single-use/multi-use plastic injection-molded parts
Specification and development of sterile production environments for affected components
Selection of injection molding material combinations with durability and mold flow in mind
Head of Launch Management = transfer of fully developed ventilators into series production
Responsible for setting up series production and on-time product launch of a fully developed ventilator
Maintaining series production through continuous control and maintenance
Build-up of pilot series samples for final release of the production line
Build-up of 100% EOL inspection for ≤ 10,000 systems/year; specifications for WEP & QA measures
Head of change management for ongoing series products
Replacement of conspicuous and/or discontinued components with priority on maintaining approval
Initial concepts in 3D printing
Incl. risk assessment of changes within risk management according to ISO 14971
Interface to internal departments, external suppliers, and customers
Responsibility for planning and implementing the outsourcing of component and system assembly
Responsibility for V&V / IVVQ (integration, verification, validation, and qualification)
Head of change control / change management

Apr 2017 - Oct 2018

1 year 7 months

Hamburg, Germany

Task Force Lead & Senior Operation Manager

Philips Medical Systems DMC GmbH

Task Force Lead as Senior Operation Manager and development of an economical solution for an ongoing project with savings potential of 6,000 €/system @ 6,000 systems/year ≥ 36 million €/year
Technical and operational overall management of the development of an EOL test bench for X-ray systems
Risk management according to ISO 14971 at system and component level
Integration of 60 test systems into ongoing production
Management of interface communication with international internal departments and external suppliers
Building a binding project plan and tracking milestones
Reporting to board level + representing project interests in international group meetings
Consolidation of different design concepts to reduce variants and costs
Planning and definition of requirements for carrying out V&V / IVVQ (integration, verification, validation and qualification)

Jan 2017 - Mar 2018

1 year 3 months

Technical consulting patent description

Technical consulting for patent creation for a fitness sports device
Technical consulting for patent creation for a medical device for intracorporeal use
Development of a concept for a 4 MWp PV system on 2.67 ha of cultivated arable land
Energy storage in batteries, hydrogen (through electrolysis), and flywheel storage systems
Energy supply from batteries and fuel cell systems for local vehicle charging
Including necessary official appointments and applications; especially preliminary building inquiry

Dec 2016 - Dec 2016

1 month

Lozorno, Slovakia

Plastic Omnium GmbH

Quality improvement for cubing dates
Process optimization for handling pre-series parts
Planning of final series production incl. parts availability and call-off system integration

Apr 2016 - Jul 2016

4 months

Lörrach, Germany

Project Manager

Treichel Engineering Maschinenbau GmbH

Project management on the contractor side
TCQ coordination
Interface to the customer
Analysis of requirements specifications; comparison with standards and laws; creation of functional specifications
System planning, parts procurement and joint assembly of the system
Planning and execution of V&V / IVVQ (integration, verification, validation and qualification)

Jun 2014 - Mar 2016

1 year 10 months

Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany

Program Manager

MSC Technologies Systems GmbH / DRÄGER® Safety AG

Original project assignment: relocation of a medical technology production facility
Subtask: restructuring and process optimization during restart
Parallel project: development of a PAPR (powered air-purifying respirator) as IP and EX variant
Program and overall project management incl. TCQ responsibility
Taking over design responsibility incl. prototype production (3D printing)
Development coordinator and project-responsible contact person for the customer
Analysis of requirements specifications; comparison with standards (ISO 13485), directives and laws; functional specifications
Risk management according to ISO 14971 throughout the entire development process
Definition & selection of all required components regarding EX protection and specified guidelines
Supplier management / responsible selection of project-specific injection molding, purchase parts and production equipment suppliers / definition of supplier quality criteria
Evaluation of the delivery quality of the received EMPB; if necessary, definition of corrective measures
Organizing and evaluating D-/P-FMEA, FTA, safety and risk analyses
Responsibility for V&V / IVVQ (integration, verification, validation and qualification)
Tracking and reviewing the OPLs (open points lists) at regular meetings with the customer
Time-related and technical/professional coordination with the series supplier in plastic injection molding
Start and support of series production (GMP) incl. production process monitoring & optimization
Capacity planning in coordination with the customer for quantities of 3-10,000 systems/year
Ensuring part and product traceability (serialization) and series manufacturing costs
Setup of production with:
Sterile component production in a clean room with robot
Manual and semi-automated production
Definition and specification of in-process tests incl. commissioning of production aids
Control & maintenance of the production line incl. temporary production management
Planning and setup of the EOL (End-Of-Line) test bench
Logistics tasks
Definition of primary, secondary (end customer) and shipping packaging
Approval of designs and prints

Dec 2013 - Present

12 years 10 months

Steinen, Switzerland

Managing Partner

E·M·S - Engineering & Management Service GmbH

Focus areas: interim management at C-level, senior management, BU lead, task force lead
Restructuring, process optimization, development and interfaces, as well as implementation of lean management methods
Prototype and small-series production using additive manufacturing (3D printing) via partner companies
Industries: general and special machine engineering, aerospace engineering, automotive, pharmaceuticals, medical technology

Jun 2013 - Feb 2014

9 months

Karlstein am Main, Germany

BMZ - Batterie-Montage-Zentrum GmbH

Changing responsibilities between CTO, R&D lead, and overall project management as part of a pre-development project up to release for series development
Development of a company strategy based on the pre-development project
Development of a future product portfolio
Budget planning and responsibility (EUR 36 million) for development, testing, investments in production setup, and maintenance measures
Main person responsible for the project and interface to the customer (C-level communication)
Analysis of customer requirements; comparison with standards and legal regulations; preparation of technical specifications
Development lead for customer-specific battery concepts (IP69K housing, installation space analysis, total capacity, cell geometry, wiring, connection technology, temperature and power taps)
Operational lead of project purchasing as well as definition and selection of required components
Responsibility for battery cell analysis and test definition (BaSyTec devices + software)
Coordination of FMEA, FTA, safety and risk analyses; review of functional safety according to ISO 26262
Moderation and creation of design and process FMEAs
Coordination of prototype assembly and review of manufacturing processes for up to 1,000 systems/year
Co-development of the StreetScooter battery based on prismatic SDI cells (BMW i3)

Dec 2012 - May 2013

6 months

Turkey

Hybrid

Freelance consulting for the development of an retrofit hybrid drive for distribution trucks, as well as for the conversion of a private yacht to 100% electric drive based on fuel cells

May 2012 - Nov 2012

7 months

Weil am Rhein, Germany

Multiproject Coordinator

Conductix-Wampfler GmbH

Preparation for decision-making by the development management
Monitoring the schedule and content update obligations of project managers
Maintaining the multi-project overview; moderating steering committee and management committee meetings
Recording meeting results

Jan 2012 - Nov 2012

11 months

Weil am Rhein, Germany

Project Manager

Conductix-Wampfler GmbH

Comparing the requirements specification with the company's feasible options
Creating a technical specification and comparing data with prospects/customers
Defining key parameters for creating a platform solution
Reviewing and defining the system specification and requirements definition
Coordinating development activities / designing and building prototype systems
Coordination meetings with customers in media conferences and in-person meetings

May 2011 - Apr 2012

1 year

Schweinfurt, Germany

Project Manager

ZF Friedrichshafen AG

Review and define system specifications and requirements
Concept development and setup of prototype systems
Coordinate development activities
Alignment meetings with customers in phone and video conferences, as well as regular in-person meetings
Monitor and allocate costs and capacities
Create and implement project plans
Responsibility for IVVQ (Integration, Verification, Validation and Qualification) / V&V
Quarterly reporting to department management and the steering committee
Support interfaces with the customer, as well as internally with mechanics, electrical systems, and control units
Collect and process relevant technical information across the overall project
Prepare and present work results / moderate project meetings

Mar 2011 - Oct 2011

8 months

Freelance Engineer

Concept development for special-purpose machine solutions, followed by development, design, manufacturing (outsourcing) and assembly (in-house)
Development and assembly of a modular work system for an autonomously operating robot
Delivery of prototypes and an initial small series (10 pcs.)
Prototype development of a blister packaging cutting device for placement machines
Planning and execution of IVVQ (Integration, Verification, Validation and Qualification) / V&V

Nov 2010 - Feb 2011

4 months

Friedrichshafen, Germany

ZF Friedrichshafen AG

System specification and requirements definition for electric drivetrains
Support of interfaces to mechanics, electrical systems, and control units
Collection and processing of relevant technical information across the overall project
Creation of requirement and test specifications for electric drivetrain components
Creation of the necessary document and filing structure
Translation of specification documents into English
Preparation and presentation of work results
Moderation of project meetings

Aug 2010 - Present

16 years 2 months

Freelance Engineer

Interim management from overall project management, BU lead, senior management up to C-level (CTO/CEO)
Consulting and development leadership for customer-specific developments and/or process optimizations
Task force management, escalation and risk management
Launch management to ensure a clean production start in line with requirements
Program management and project management as a basis for smooth project execution
Customer-specific development (design, engineering, project planning, etc.) of alternative drive concepts (hybrid & electric), as well as wind power, hydropower, CHP and PV systems
Analysis of existing machines and assessment of whether implementation makes sense
Development of a system-specific, individual operating strategy
Presentation of developed solutions to interested parties on site (throughout Europe)
Preparation of quotations for prototypes and small series (≤1000/year)
Development of customer-specific drive solutions (hybrid or electric drive) including mechanical integration into the given installation space; if needed, with adaptation to existing systems
Drive systems and solutions consisting of:
Electric machine (usually in-house development)
Power electronics and system control (supplier part)
High-performance Li-ion batteries including BMS or alternative systems based on fuel cells
Wiring and sensors / integration of safety devices (in-house)
Housing, adaptation, other mechanical components (in-house)
Outsourced work:
Electric machine test bench tests, environmental tests, EMC tests
Overall system tests (hybrid/electric drivetrain, including ECU, HCU, VCU, electric machine, power electronics and battery with BMS)
Commissioning of overall systems (only own developments or projects)
Alternative power generation solutions based on wind, water, and PV systems
Design, development and project planning of combined heat and power plants based on piston engines and microturbines
Interim CTO, Head of R&D, BU Lead, Senior & Program Management, overall project management
Customer interface for all project partners
Supplier management for plastic injection-molded parts and manufacturing processes
Create and specify 8D reports for quality issues
Carry out D/P-FMEA, FTA, hazard, risk, and process analyses

Dec 2008 - Aug 2010

1 year 9 months

Schönau im Schwarzwald, Germany

Hybrid

Project Manager

HEINZMANN GmbH & Co. KG

First point of contact for interested parties regarding hybrid systems and axial flux disc rotor motors
New customer acquisition
Product presentations and technical talks at trade fairs and conferences
Prototype development from concept to finished prototype (hybrid), or series production (electric motor)
Overall system design and development:
Motor: customer-specific design => radial flux + single-tooth winding vs. axial flux motor
Inverter: design, definition, and selection of the technology (e.g. MOSFET vs. IGBT)
Control: standalone or integrated control => if needed, creation of communication interface bridges
Energy storage: installation space analysis, total capacity, cell geometry, wiring, connection technologies, integration of temperature and power taps
Project management / lead of prototype development
Definition of project scope with the customer and preparation of quotations based on this
Design of individual prototype systems incl. component and supplier selection
Time, resource, and cost planning and control in the project
Ensuring smooth project execution / clarifying and removing obstacles
Finding solutions for short-term customer change requests
Coordinating system test runs on test benches / accompanying ISO tests
Technical leadership of employees in hybrid and disc rotor/axial flux motor projects
Cross-department overall development coordination (design, hardware and software development, system test, purchasing, production planning, sales, supplier management)
Communication with suppliers and the customer (customer-oriented project flow!)
Quality management / project analysis (FMEA)
Series development in coordination with the customer
Responsibility for IVVQ (Integration, Verification, Validation and Qualification) / V&V
Weekly status meeting with management

Mar 2007 - Nov 2008

1 year 9 months

Stuttgart, Germany

Daimler AG

First point of contact for all technical questions regarding the OM642 engine series (6-cylinder passenger car diesel engine; CDI 280...350)
Coordination of engine test runs on test benches and in vehicles
"Just-in-time" solutions for upcoming and ongoing tests
Project management in the planning area: setting "milestones" in planning
Team responsibility for achieving quality gates
Preparing approvals for series maturity
Using software: PiT, FiNAS, SAFIR, BRASY, DiALOG and other DAI-specific software tools
Planning and coordinating NVH investigations
Fast and cost-effective solutions for emerging damage
Decision-making on the next steps when tests did not run as planned
Initiating and defining the sequence, monitoring and assessing engines that have run
Interface role for internal and external customers
Working in the hybrid team for the OM642 series plus F-Cell integration

Industry experience

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Experienced in Automotive, Manufacturing, Energy, Healthcare, Aerospace and Defense, and Agriculture.

Automotive

Manufacturing

Energy

Healthcare

Aerospace and Defense

Agriculture

Business area experience

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Experienced in Product Development, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Operations, Strategy, and Supply Chain Management.

Product Development

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Operations

Strategy

Supply Chain Management

Summary

Cross-industry experience (automotive / MedTech / machine building / automation / energy)
18 years of experience in project management and product development => highest level of project leadership skills, communication ability, and interface management
16 years of leadership experience (projects, R&D, departments) => strong skills in organizing, structuring, and leading complex projects as well as leading interdisciplinary teams (technically up to 20 employees; disciplinary up to 11 employees)
12 years as managing director & C-level => strategic and operational management and leadership
6 years in senior management and BU lead in international companies => international experience

Skills

Interim Management Skills

Thoughtful
Hands-On
High Level Of Empathy / Social Skills
Making And Taking Responsibility For Unpleasant Decisions
Commitment And Dedication To Deliver Projects
Able To Work In A Team, Manage Conflicts, And Compromise While Consistently Implementing Set Goals
Strong Ability To Communicate Directly, Openly, And In A Solution-Oriented Way
Generating Measures While Considering The Given Circumstances, Tcq & Staffing Situation

Social Skills

Quick Relationship Building And Trust Building
Stakeholder Management
Communication At Eye Level
Conflict Handling Skills And Neutrality
High Adaptability (Agility)
Emotional Resilience

Industry Experience

Medical Technology (> 12 Years)
Vehicle Engineering / Automotive (> 8 Years)
Mechanical Engineering / Automation Technology (> 4 Years)
(Renewable) Energy Including Storage, Charging, And Grid-Supporting Use (> 9 Years)

Strengths

Management / Willingness To Make Decisions And Take Responsibility
Strong Communication Skills | Broad Organizational Knowledge | Negotiation Skills
Requirements Management / Eye For "Missing" Processes / Inefficient Workflows / Process Optimization
Moderating And Shaping Discussions As Well As Rhetoric, Presentation, And Speaking Techniques
Cross-Departmental And Company-Wide Communication / Design Of Information Flow

Leadership Skills

Own Engineering Services Gmbh (E·M·S - Engineering & Management Service Gmbh) Since 12/2013
Cto Role / Technical Lead (Pre-Development Project Followed By Series Development, Battery Storage For Industrial Trucks, Scope ~€36 Million)
Bu Lead (Leadership Of Launch, Series, And Change Management, Medical Technology, System/Device Development Up To 6,000 Units/Year, 11 Engineers, 22 Months)
Senior Operation Manager (Development Lead, Product Development, Medtech Group, 18 Months)
Operational Activities Have So Far Accounted For Almost 90% Of All Assigned Roles
Personnel Responsibility As An Engineer: Up To 20 People, Or 4 Business Units/Teams/Team Leaders
In Military Service, Disciplinarily Responsible For Up To 90 People; Approx. 2 Years, Intermittently
Always Technical Lead Of Project Team Members; Also In Matrix Organizations At Project Level
Trained In People Management, Methodology, Didactics, And Communication In Various Areas

Software

Ms Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project, Visio, Etc.)
Atlassian Software (Jira, Confluence)
Sap R/3 (Ps, Pp, Mm, Plm; Each With The User Knowledge Required), Proalpha (User Knowledge)
Various Email Programs (Lotus Notes, Outlook, Etc.)
Cad: Catia V5 (++); Solidworks (+); Basic Knowledge Of Solid Edge St7 (O) And Inventor (O)
Customer-Specific Software/Tools (E.G. At Daimler/Mercedes Benz, Zf, Etc.)
Project-Specific Work And Planning Tools

Solid Experience And Handling Of Standards And Guidelines

9001 General Requirements For A Quality Management System
16949 Quality Management System In The Automotive Industry
26262 Standard For Functional Safety In The Automotive Industry
13485 Quality Management System For Medical Devices
Mdr (Formerly Mdd) Regulatory Requirements For Medical Devices
14971 Risk Management For Medical Devices
62366 Usability Of Medical Devices
60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment
2006/42/Ec Machinery Directive
Handling Of Various Other Project- And Industry-Specific Guidelines, Standards, Etc.

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Italian

Intermediate

Romanian

Intermediate

Spanish

Elementary

...and 2 more

Education

Oct 2002 - Jan 2007

University of Applied Sciences Oldenburg/Ostfriesland/Wilhelmshaven, Wilhelmshaven campus

Diploma Engineer (FH) · Mechanical engineering in a practice-integrated program, focus on vehicle and aerospace engineering

Aug 2002 - Jan 2005

TÜV NORD AG and Beckmann Service GmbH

Journeyman's certificate · Automotive mechanic

Jul 1997 - Jul 2002

Federal Ministry of Defence (BMVg)

Officer training for the Army · Army officer

...and 1 more

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 31

Experience in Automotive 19.5 y

Avg length 2 y 5 m

Longest experience 16 y 1 m

Global experience

Countries worked in 4 (Germany, Slovakia, Switzerland, Turkey)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Interim CFO/CTO, Task force lead, Interim Management

Main industries Automotive, Manufacturing, Energy

Main business areas Product Development, Project Management, Quality Assurance

Profile

Member since

October 2022

Last update

September 2026

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

Rüdiger speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Italian (Intermediate), Romanian (Intermediate), Spanish (Elementary), French (Elementary), Chinese (Elementary).

Rüdiger has at least 20 years of experience. During this time, Rüdiger has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 23 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 8 months. Note that Rüdiger may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Rüdiger would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim CFO/CTO, Task force lead, Interim Management.

In recent years, Rüdiger has worked for Manufacturer of busbar trunking systems for power & data transmission, Manufacturer of AI-supported predictive maintenance systems (KSV), Manufacturer of invasive medical devices (KSV for naming), AI as a supporting work tool, and Manufacturer of heart pumps (KSV for naming).

Rüdiger is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Manufacturing, and Energy. Rüdiger also has some experience in Healthcare, Aerospace and Defense, and Agriculture.

Rüdiger is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Project Management, and Quality Assurance. Rüdiger also has some experience in Operations, Strategy, and Supply Chain Management.

Rüdiger has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Energy, and Automotive.

Rüdiger has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Strategy, and Product Development.

Rüdiger attended University of Applied Sciences Oldenburg/Ostfriesland/Wilhelmshaven, Wilhelmshaven campus for Mechanical engineering in a practice-integrated program, focus on vehicle and aerospace engineering.

Rüdiger is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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