Uwe Kurfurst

Uwe Kurfurst brings over three decades of engineering and manufacturing industry expertise coupled with more than 15 years of executive management experience to his role as Vice President of the Automation Business Unit. With a collaborative management style that emphasizes participation and ownership, Uwe has a proven track record of leading successful initiatives across various sectors.

Having managed the creation, growth, and operations of a US-based startup, Uwe excelled in coordinating virtual engineering teams and driving simultaneous projects of varying complexity. His ability to re-engineer project engineering processes has invigorated new product pipelines and restored project design disciplines, utilizing cost-effective technical resources to deliver advanced automation solutions globally.

Throughout his career, Uwe has demonstrated adeptness in business management, administration, business development, and project management. His extensive skills span from strategic planning and negotiations to resource management and software proficiency across various platforms.

As a mentor and guide, Uwe is dedicated to fostering professional growth and advancement through adaptability and dedication.