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Automotive & Manufactruing Consulting Partner mit über 24 Jahren Erfahrung

Nieder-Olm, Deutschland
Weltweit
Graduate Engineer, Vehicle Technology (Mechanical Engineering)
Nieder-Olm, Deutschland
Weltweit
Graduate Engineer, Vehicle Technology (Mechanical Engineering)

Profilanlagen

ChristianZentner_CV_2025_CP.pdf

Skills

InnovationFahrzeugtechnikAutomobilindustrieBeratungDigitalisierungIngenieurwesenInterim ManagementFertigungsautomatisierungManufacturing Execution SystemsTransformationsmanagementSupply Chain ManagementStakeholder ManagementAutonome FahrzeugeTestenIndustrie 4.0


Freelance Consulting Partner | Automotive & Digital Transformation Expert
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Short Description
Experienced transformation leader and engineer with 24+ years in the automotive and IT sectors. I support companies in vehicle development, digital transformation (IT/OT), MES, and organizational optimization. Proven track record with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and IT firms. Available for strategic consulting, interim management, and project leadership.
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Core Competencies
• Strategic & Operational Consulting
• Digital Transformation & IT/OT Integration
• Vehicle Development & Testing
• MES & Industry 4.0 Implementation
• Interim Management (Engineering, Quality, Innovation)
• Start-up & Business Unit Launches
• Global Program & Stakeholder Management
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Industry Focus
• Automotive (OEM & Tier-1)
• Manufacturing & Engineering Services
• IT & Consulting (SDV, Supply Chain, MES)
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Professional Experience
• Wipro Technologies – Consulting Partner Automotive & Manufacturing
• Segula Technologies – Executive Director Vehicle Development
• Opel / PSA / GM – Senior Manager & Engineering Leader
• 20+ years in leadership roles across R&D, production, and innovation
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Education
• Dipl.-Ing. Vehicle Technology, University of Applied Sciences Cologne
• Apprenticeship, Body and Vehicle Builder
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Languages
• German: Native
• English: Fluent
 

Erfahrung

Berufserfahrungmehr als 10 Jahre
Freelancer seit2025

Sprachen

DeutschMutterspracheEnglischverhandlungssicher

Projekthistorie

Consulting Partner Automotive & Manufacturing

Wipro Technologies
Spearheading the launch of Automotive & Manufacturing Consulting services in the DACH region. Established new business strategy, consulting offerings and road map for automotive and non-automotive customers. Developed global teams and built strong client relationships resulting in deals >€50M.

Executive Director Vehicle Development

Segula Technologies Germany GmbH
Launched Engineering Campus in Rüsselsheim from scratch. Led five business units covering Vehicle Development and Testing with 10 direct reports and over 300 indirect reports. Generated €38M revenue in second year through sales and marketing activities.

Senior Manager Vehicle Performance

Opel Automobile GmbH
Oversaw integration of GM's Opel Europe into PSA Groupe, including organizational restructuring. Led 6 direct reports and over 200 indirect reports ensuring vehicle reliability, quality and performance standards alignment.

Engineering Group Manager Body Structures & Innovation

Adam Opel AG
Led team of 16 direct and 45 indirect reports designing global multibrand body structures. Achieved 35% weight and cost reduction of global body structures. Chaired innovation boards and expert teams for alternative powertrain vehicles.

Global Launch Manager Body & Exterior

General Motors / Adam Opel AG
Directed global cross-functional teams to resolve design and construction issues for product launches. Played pivotal role in GM's Delta II vehicle launch globally, optimizing production through Six Sigma and Kaizen methods.

Supervisor Upper Exterior Trim & Fuel Door Modules

Adam Opel AG
Introduced fuel door module system on all GM models worldwide, reducing costs by 45% and eliminating corrosion problems. Filed global patents for innovations.

Supervisor Upper Body Front End & Fuel Door Modules

Adam Opel AG
Led Engineering Business Unit for upper body components as global subject matter expert. Reduced weight of motor compartment by 35% without increasing costs.

Project Engineer Body Structures

Adam Opel AG
Implementation of new global design solutions including laser brazed roof and fuel door modules. Responsible for alternative powertrain integration solutions.

Design Engineer Bumpers & Aerodynamic Parts

Adam Opel AG
Responsible for design and release of global Body Structures, Exterior plastic parts, Bumpers and their subsystems.

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