Professional Experience
2026
Bachelor’s Thesis Student
Phoenix Contact Connector Technology GmbH
During my bachelor’s thesis at Phoenix Contact, I am currently developing a concept for a flexible, semi-automated testing and packaging cell for variant-rich circular connectors.
Herrenberg, Germany
2025
Manufacturing Engineering Intern
Acuity Brands Lighting Inc.
Minnesota, USA
During my internship at Acuity Brands in Minnesota, I worked as part of the Manufacturing Engineering team to optimize production processes and improve shop-floor efficiency.
My projects included designing custom CNC fixtures in Solid Works, conducting time studies for capacity planning, and setting up a 3D printing farm within the engineering office. I also supported several Kaizen and 5S initiatives, developing visual work instructions and improving workstation layouts. This experience allowed me to connect engineering theory with real-world manufacturing and strengthened my problem-solving and teamwork skills in an international environment.
2025
Recreation Assistant
Kettering University
Michigan, USA
During my semester abroad, I applied independently for an on-campus job at Kettering University’s Recreation Center.
This role gave me an early opportunity to navigate the American hiring process, adapt to a new work culture, and build confidence in an international environment.
2022 - 2025
Mechanical Engineering Co-op
Phoenix Contact Connector Technology GmbH
Herrenberg, Germany
As a working student in the fixture design department, I created and integrated mechanical assemblies in Solid Edge, following the company’s design standards, tolerancing methods, and documentation guidelines. I also developed a VBA-based data management tool to organize spare and standard parts across the workshop. My work combined hands-on manufacturing experience with detailed CAD design and process-oriented documentation.
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I worked part-time during semesters and full-time during semester breaks
2020 - 2022
Industrial Mechanic Apprentice
Phoenix Contact Connector Technology GmbH
Herrenberg, Germany
During my apprenticeship as an industrial mechanic in precision engineering, I worked in the mechanical and fixture construction workshops, gaining hands-on experience in turning, milling, and assembly. I also realized my first independent design projects.
This combination of practical manufacturing and early design experience gave me a strong foundation in precision engineering and technical problem-solving.
2019
Intern
ZIM Flugsitz
Markdorf, Germany
During my internship at ZIM Flugsitz, a manufacturer of aircraft seating systems, I gained insight into production, prototyping, and product development. I supported the assembly of seat structures and preparation of test setups for static and dynamic testing. I also learned the basics of technical drawing interpretation and 3D modeling in CATIA V5, creating a simple aircraft model as part of my training. This experience gave me my first exposure to aerospace manufacturing and CAD-based design work.
2019
Service Staff
Alznauer Hof, Hotel & Restaurant
Gomaringen, Germany
Worked part-time service during school, gaining early experience in teamwork and customer service.
Education
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2021 - 2026
Bachelor - Mechanical Eng.
Reutlingen University
Reutlingen, Germany
I am pursuing my Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering at Reutlingen University, which emphasizes product development and applied engineering. I began my studies within the "Reutlinger Model", combining academic studies with hands-on industrial training as an industrial mechanic. A highlight was a collaborative industry project in the fifth semester, where our team developed a prototype that led to a patent application, using Creo as our main design tool.
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Current Average: 2.0
Top Grades (1.0) in:
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Mathematics I
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Stress Analysis II
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Power Engines
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Machine Elements II
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Development Trends of Energy Technology
Professional skillset
CAD (Creo, SolidEdge, SolidWorks)
Programming (Matlab, Python)
Personal interests
Hip Hop dance group member
Excel, VBA
Microsoft Office
Member of the Academic Ski Club Tübingen
Mechanical production processes:Turning, Milling, Drilling
Languages
German (native)
Skiing and Snowboarding
Videography
Community engagement - scout and former youth group leader
English (fluent,C1)
Latin (focus subject high school)
Sailing - Mediterranean, Baltic, and Atlantic
