I'm an automotive engineer with 6+ years of experience who, in 2024, expanded into full-stack development. This isn't a story about leaving one field for another - it's about bridging both worlds to offer unique solutions.
I haven't left automotive engineering. I've added full-stack development to my skill set, and I'm available for consulting and engineering roles, bringing extensive expertise in automotive quality systems, production optimization, and digital transformation.
I combine automotive engineering expertise with full-stack development to deliver solutions that bridge manufacturing operations and digital tools. I specialize in production systems optimization, quality management, and workflow automation for manufacturing operations.
TL;DR
Key Achievements
Team Leadership
Managed 40 operators during production ramp-up
Production Optimization
Increased yield by +3% through process optimization
OEM Projects
Co-Led product development for BMW & VW Group
Workflow Automation
Optimized SAP workflows, improving traceability and efficiency
Digital Solutions
Built web applications for automotive processes (dashboards, portals, quality systems)
Cross-functional
Coordinated teams across Sales, Quality, Production, After-Sales
Open for Engineering & Consulting
- Project Engineer
- Project Manager
- Customer Quality Engineer
- Manufacturing Leader
- Full-Stack Developer (React, Node.js, PostgreSQL)
- Backend Developer
- Frontend Developer
- Production Systems Optimization
- Quality Management Systems
- Workflow Automation for Manufacturing
- Production Dashboards
- E-commerce Platforms
- Supplier Portals
- MES/ERP Integration
Electromechanical Technician
AUTOLIV • RomaniaMy professional journey started at AUTOLIV in Romania. This entry-level role gave me hands-on experience with production systems and taught me the fundamentals of manufacturing processes.
Manufacturing Lead | Operations & Continuous Improvement
AGP eGlass 1.0 • Rumbeke, BelgiumAfter proving myself at AUTOLIV, I joined AGP eGlass in Rumbeke as a Manufacturing Team Leader. This was my first leadership role, where I learned to manage teams, coordinate projects, and take responsibility for production outcomes.
Project & Launch Coordination | Product Development Engineer | Automotive
AGP eGlass 2.0 • Zwijnaarde, BelgiumMy most significant role at AGP eGlass 2.0 in Zwijnaarde, where I spent nearly 5 years combining technical expertise with leadership responsibilities. I led full-cycle product development projects for major OEMs including BMW & VW Group
The transition
After nearly 5 years as a Product Development Engineer, I noticed a growing need for digital solutions in manufacturing. While working with SAP systems and optimizing workflows, I realized that combining my engineering background and leadership experience with full-stack development skills would make me uniquely valuable.
In September 2024, I enrolled in BeCode Brussels, an intensive 7-month full-stack development training program. This wasn't about leaving engineering - it was about adding a powerful new skill set to bridge manufacturing operations and digital tools.
Full-Stack Developer Training
LatestBeCode Brussels • Brussels, BelgiumAn intensive 7-month bootcamp focused on full-stack JavaScript development, covering frontend, backend, databases, and DevOps. The program emphasized hands-on projects, agile methodologies, and production-ready applications.
My Digital Solutions Projects
I build web applications for automotive processes, including production dashboards, e-commerce platforms, supplier portals, and quality management systems.
Technical Stack: React.js with TypeScript, Node.js with Express.js, PostgreSQL, JWT authentication, Docker containerization, cloud deployment (Hetzner, Render)
Key Features: Real-time production monitoring, quality management systems, workflow automation, production-ready deployment
Bridging Both Worlds
I combine automotive engineering expertise with full-stack development to deliver solutions that bridge manufacturing operations and digital tools:
- Production Systems Optimization: I optimize production systems because I understand both the manufacturing processes and the digital tools needed to improve them.
- Quality Management: I build quality management systems because I've worked with IATF 16949, VDA, APQP, PPAP processes from the manufacturing side.
- Workflow Automation: I automate workflows because I understand what needs to be automated - I've managed production lines, optimized SAP workflows, and led OEM projects.
- Project Leadership: I don't just code - I lead development projects, make architectural decisions, and bridge the gap between technical and business requirements.
Conclusion
The manufacturing industry is going through a digital transformation. Companies need people who understand both the engineering side and the software side - and who can lead projects and teams.
By combining 6+ years of automotive engineering experience, leadership skills, and full-stack development, I can:
- Deliver solutions that bridge manufacturing operations and digital tools
- Specialize in production systems optimization, quality management, and workflow automation
- Build web applications for automotive processes (production dashboards, e-commerce platforms, supplier portals, quality management systems)
- Lead development projects and teams
- Bridge the gap between manufacturing and IT
- Make strategic technical decisions
I'm not just an engineer who learned to code. I'm someone who has led teams of 40 operators, optimized SAP workflows, built production-ready applications, and understands both engineering and software development from hands-on experience.
CTA
With a unique combination of hands-on manufacturing experience and full-stack development skills, I'm available for positions as Full-Stack Developer, Project Engineer, Project Manager, Customer Quality Engineer, and Manufacturing Leader.
If you're a recruiter or hiring manager, I'd love to hear from you!
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