From Hands-On Engineer to Strategic Partner.
My professional story began long before my first formal job. I grew up on a farm where I learned to build things with my hands. I’ve always been driven by the question of how things work and how they can be made better.
This led me to a career in mechanical engineering.
Over the course of my career, I've learned that a solution isn't just about a great design; it's about solving a deeper problem. At Okavango, I managed a team and implemented new systems that streamlined our manufacturing.
At Kraker Trailers, I helped them find clarity by mapping their entire order process. These experiences taught me that understanding comes first. Once you have a clear picture of the current situation, and more importantly what has been implemented/tested before, can you start looking for areas to improve upon.
It comes down to: “What is the question behind the question?”
My Commitment to Education
Following the success of the DFM (design for manufacturing) course I created for Cematec Engineering I have also signed up with Mikrocentrum in Eindhoven as a presenter for their GD&T for Production course. This strongly aligns with my passion for teaching and my interest in manufacturability.
