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Manuel Kumnig

Manuel Kumnig

Wiener Neustadt

Summary

Dedicated electrical engineering professional with over 8 years of expertise in designing electrical panels up to 1000VAC, adhering to EU and US Standards. Proven ability to collaborate with diverse technical and non-technical teams, ensuring the successful completion of projects. Possesses a solution-driven mindset for addressing design and implementation challenges both in the office and on-site. Known for a hands-on approach in fieldwork, contributing to practical and effective solutions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Electrical Design Engineer

Starlinger Recycling Technology
Weissenbach An Der Triesting, Lower Austria
01.2020 - Current
  • Overseeing 20 large-scale recycling lines annually, responsible for designing 15 individual power and control cabinets per machine
  • Engineered electrical power distribution cabinets for loads up to 3500A / 150
  • Collaborated directly with customers in specialized sectors, including power plants and refineries
  • Managed a comprehensive inventory of over 1,000 items, fostering relationships with renowned suppliers like ABB, Siemens, Eaton, Schneider Electric, etc
  • Optimized power distribution cabinet costs by 15%, resulting in annual savings of €75,000
  • Represented the company at conventions on five separate occasions from 2020 to 2023
  • Conducted a 3-week on-site assignment in Houston TX, coordinating with local rigging companies and technicians
  • Led and contributed to over 15 internal development projects for new or updated machine components
  • Played a key role in the design of Human-Machine Interface (HMI)

Electrical Design Engineer

Wittmann Battenfeld GmbH
Kottingbrunn, Lower Austria
10.2015 - 12.2019
  • Led design for over 100 individual machines annually
  • Contributed to over 50 highly customized machines
  • Relations prestigious clients such as Continental, BMW, Lego, etc
  • Established lasting relationships with suppliers.

Education

Matura with Honors in Electrical Engineering -

HTBLuVA Wiener Neustadt
06.2015

Skills

  • EPLAN P8: Advanced proficiency in EPLAN P8 for precise electrical design
  • Creo Elements 3D Access: Familiarity with 3D modeling for design visualization
  • AutoCAD: Basic proficiency in AutoCAD for drafting and design purposes
  • ERP Software (ABAS, Infor): Experience handling complex ERP systems for streamlined processes
  • Safety Circuit Design (PLe and SIL3): Expertise in evaluating and designing safety circuits to meet stringent standards
  • Compliance: Applied electrical EU standards (EN60204, EN61439) and basic knowledge of US standards (UL489, UL502, NFPA79, etc)
  • MS Office: Proficient in using Microsoft Office for documentation and communication
  • GIMP Software: Utilized GIMP Software for graphic design and editing
  • Presentation & Public Speaking: Confident communicator with experience addressing diverse audiences
  • Teamwork: Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams for project success
  • Creativity & Problem Solving: Innovative thinker with a direct approach to addressing challenges
  • Structured Work-Mentality: Organized and methodical in approaching tasks for efficient project execution
  • Dedication for Design: desire for achieving aesthetically pleasing and functional designs
  • Language Proficiency: Native German speaker, fluent in written and spoken English
  • Schematics Interpretation
  • Power Systems
  • Technical Support

Certification

  • SCC (Safety Certificate Contractor) April 2023

Languages

German
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Electrical Design Engineer

Starlinger Recycling Technology
01.2020 - Current

Electrical Design Engineer

Wittmann Battenfeld GmbH
10.2015 - 12.2019

Matura with Honors in Electrical Engineering -

HTBLuVA Wiener Neustadt
  • SCC (Safety Certificate Contractor)
  • Austrian "Ingenieur" Title (EQF Level 6 )
Manuel Kumnig