Key data
Job description: Head of Department for System Engineering and Innovation
Company: Siemens Mobility Austria
I work in: Graz/Vienna, Austria
I’ve worked here since: 2010
What I do:
- Managing the Department for System Engineering and Innovation
- Leading R&D projects in the field of ITS (Intelligent Traffic Systems)
Why I love my job:
- My job is very varied
- I am able to participate in creating new solutions
- I can work with many people
Important skills in my job:
- Solution-oriented approach
- Commitment to and interest in ITS
- Self-organisation
My biggest accomplishment so far:
Whenever a new solution for one of our customers goes into successful operation.
How I found my current job:
Following my graduation from FH JOANNEUM, I worked as a research assistant at Graz University of Technology. During that time I participated in a research project with Siemens AG, which is still cited today. This sparked my interest in the Siemens group and I started working for the company, at first part-time and then, following my PhD, on a full-time basis.
What I learned for this job during my studies:
The foundation in traffic telematics (which was then ONLY offered by FH JOANNEUM) certainly provided me with a combination of internship practice and theoretical knowledge. After this I was able to focus on my PhD studies and the world of work.
Job prospects in my field:
The field of traffic engineering and telematics is evolving rapidly. Intellectual curiosity for the topic and a commitment to delve deeply into the relevant subjects are key. This is the only opportunity to differentiate yourself.
I am:
- interested in the topic
- eager for discussion
About my job:
The Intelligent Traffic Systems division at Siemens Mobility offers a fascinating and varied field of activity for developing new mobility solutions combined with well-established approaches.
