About

Hi and welcome, my name is Zoltán Mizsei.

Currently I have more than 10 years of CAD experience behind me and I have obtained significant expertise in the area of CATIA automation.

Presently I am working in the Stuttgart-based office of Segula Technologies Experts AG. as senior development lead engineer, where I am able to save lot of time and energy by know-how recycling and parametric modelling methods, furthermore with macros, scripts and PDM-friendly solutions. I am keen on elaborating motion simulation, depending on the situation in DMU kinematic module or “skeleton” based. In my work I always aspire for clear, tidy, transparent and logic model construction; I am open to new ideas and I am constantly in the search of new and more effective solutions.

I often derive advantage of my expertise collected due to my far-flung scope of interest; I am pleased to face tasks full of challenges whereby I need to utilise my geometric, IT knowledge, problem-solving skills and logic for achieving the desired goal. As a result of my IT-related interest and hobbies I can easily get good understanding of new trends and technologies and I can integrate them with ease into my work processes. In the last years I had the opportunity to gain experience in writing educational materials and training of peers and to develop my manager skills through team management and work process planning.

Due to my personal interest and work I continuously maintain international relations, and I enjoy myself and feel confident in a multicultural environment. I am an open and friendly person; I am pleased to see that as a result of my cooperation/support something new and amazing is created.

Even though currently my work is related to the motor industry, in my free-time I am keen on writing code for microcontrollers, administering websites and translating books.

Competencies

Sectors Knowledge - Automotive interior / exterior
Skills - Design, concepts, kinematics
Materials, technology - Injection molded parts, metal parts
Products, components - Center console, dashboard, door panel, armrest, air duct, insulation, headliner,
bumper, glove compartment, spoilers, exhaust system, fuel-cell systems, air-treatment
CAD - CATIA V5 / V6, Siemens NX
Customer standards - VW, Porsche, Daimler, MAN and SCANIA
Languages - English (B2), German (B2), Hungarian
OS - Windows, Mac, Unix-like sytems
Tools - GIT, Python
VM / HVM - Solaris zones, FreeBSD jails, bhyve, KVM

Education

2020 - CATIA V6 Advanced Part Design Instructor
2020 - CATIA V6 Advanced Shape Design Instructor
2020 - PLM PSA Beginner Certified Instructor
2020 - PLM PA CATIA V6 with prerequisite V5 Certified Instructor
2017 - Umsteiger NX11 Course
2016 - GD&T Basis Training
2014 - German B2
2009 - General mechanical engineering with a focus on construction (BSc.)
2005 - Cisco Certified Network Associate Industrial (CCNA I)
2005 - Mechanical and Computer Engineering Technician

Professional experience

2018 - today | SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES GmbH., Stuttgart

2024 - ongoing | * REDACTED * | Project Truck Exterior | Concept engineer

  • 2 pcs A-pillar front panels with sealing channel for the window glass, 2K plastic (high-gloss visible part + technical part), fixed with raymond clips
    • Focus: surface quality, weld lines, manufacturability, structural strength, durability
  • 2 pcs B-pillar front panels with sealing channel for the window glass, 2K plastic (high-gloss visible part + technical part), fixed with raymond clips
    • Focus: surface quality, welding lines, manufacturability, structural strength, durability
  • 2 pcs. top front panel Front panel with sealing channel for window glass, 2K plastic (high-gloss visible part + technical part), fixing with raymond clips
    • Focus: surface quality, welding lines, manufacturability, structural strength, durability
  • 1 pc. Rollo Holder for window blind
    • Plastic, technical part, fixing with screws and raymond clips
    • Focus: welding lines, manufacturability, structural strength, durability, fixing concept
  • 1 pc. guide rail for window glass
    • Plastic, technical part with seal, fixed with screws. Focus: manufacturability, structural strength, durability, fixing concept
  • Developed and designed window seals, Formed regions at the corners with complex free-form surfaces
    • Rubber, fixing with hooks
    • Focus: manufacturability

2024 | * REDACTED * | Project Truck Exterior | Concept engineer

  • Proposal for a combination of a sunshade holder and a close-up mirror arm for a truck
    • Focus: mechanical rigidity, shape optimized for airflow
    • Material: plastic/molded parts
  • Proposal for a truck upper and lower main mirror legs and their covers
    • Focus: mechanical rigidity, weather sealing, wiring harness and connector arrangement, shape optimized for airflow
    • Material: plastic/molded parts
  • Proposal for a ramp mirror
    • Focus: visibility, COP reusability
    • Material: plastic/molded parts

  • Calculated the visibility area of the mirrors

  • Made some BIW/sheet metal changes recommendations for a truck door
    • Material: steel, deep drawing, punching

2024 | * REDACTED * | Project Truck Interior | Concept engineer

  • A-pillar inner front panel with integrated guide rail for the window shade
    • Fastening with screws and Raymond clips
    • Material: Plastic/Injection molded parts,
    • Focus: Surface quality, fastening concept
  • B-pillar inner front panel with integrated guide rail for the window shade
    • Fastening with screws and Raymond clips
    • Material: Plastic/Injection molded parts
    • Focus: Surface quality, fastening concept

2023 | * REDACTED * | Project Truck Exterior | Concept engineer

  • Proposal for 3 sets of front grilles for different trucks. Very detailed class A processing
    • Proposal with focus on manufacturability
  • Development and design of detailed prototypes for 6 sets of Aeropackages containing different spoilers and their brackets
    • Material: reinforced plastic and metal
    • Focus: kinematics, surface quality, manufacturability
  • Proposal for 3 sets of front grilles for different trucks. Very detailed class A processing
    • Proposal with focus on manufacturability

2022 | Intelligent Energy | Systems Engineer and Design Lead

Developed and designed highly detailed prototypes for fuel cell support equipment:

  • Installation of a fuel cell engine in a passenger car. Developed and designed metal brackets for the fuel cell and various support elements for mounting in the engine compartment
  • Development and design of a high-voltage control box with high-voltage bar, copper guide rails and their insulation, safety screen with test points. Arrangement of the conductors and PCB. Material: CNC machined aluminum. Focus: packaging, layout, size, safety, manufacturability, assembly
  • Development and design of a low-voltage fuse box. Material: plastic
  • Developed and designed the first and second stage water separator from “blue stone” special non-conductive material. Optimization of the shape and internal chamber to improve separation performance
  • Developed and designed the exhaust/mixing module made of steel

2019-2022 | Opel | Design Lead

  • Development and design of detailed prototypes for MiniVan air ducts
    • Material: injection molded plastic
    • Focus: Packaging, manufacturability, airflow resistance / flow loss, assembly process
  • Development and design of detailed prototypes for exhaust and EGR pipes for various MiniVans
    • Material: metal, mounting: clamps
    • Focus: Packaging, routing (constant slope), manufacturability, assembly process

  • Responsible for air filter integration for various MiniVans. Environmental checks

  • Project engineer leading serial support for cable harness of various passanger-cars during the electrical component shortage

  • Responsible for documenting the technical and functional characteristics (GD&T, geometric dimensioning and tolerances) of passenger car interior components (Door, Door handles, Dashboard, Center console, Glove box, Storage compartment)

  • Project Engineer responsible for the development of the Center console
    • Focus: Timing
  • Became a certified CATIA V5/V6 trainer at Stellantis

2016 - 2018: KAEMMERER AG., Stuttgart

2017 - 2019 | Fischer & Daimler | Development Engineer

  • Responsible for the design, development and integration of the electromechanically adjustable entertainment display for convertible vehicles
    • Processing of Class A surfaces
    • Preparation and presentation of high-quality, near Class A modification proposals
    • Design and development of segment gears, safety-related energy-absorbing characteristics
    • Material: injection-molded plastic with high-gloss surface treatment
    • Fixing: screws and Raymond clips
    • Kinematic simulation

2017

  • Responsible manager for data migration between different CAD systems (NX-CATIA)

2017

  • Designed various tools for the production of carbon and fiberglass reinforced parts for motorsport

2017 | Elobau | Project leader

  • Concept design, engineering and development of heavy-duty dust and waterproof joysticks for construction machinery
    • Patent research
    • Concept presentation
    • Freeform surface development for flexible parts

2016 - 2017 | Sortimo | Project leader

  • Designed and developed a third row seat convertible into a bed (CATIA V5)
    • Mechanical design, kinematic simulation,
    • Patent research, fire protection and safety regulatory research (EU/US)
    • Created style suggestions
    • Material: metal + foam + textile
    • Focus: user experience, weight, size
  • Designed and developed various multifunctional desks for MiniVans, consisting of a double tabletop and a refrigerator (CATIA V5)
    • Role: Project Manager
    • Mechanical design, kinematic simulation
  • Designed and developed special car interior office furniture for customs border guards (CATIA V5)
    • Role: Project Manager
    • Mechanical design, kinematic simulation
  • Designed and developed a portable desk for MiniVans (CATIA V5)
    • Role: Project Manager
    • Focus: size, function, manufacturability
    • Near-Class A surface development
    • Mechanical design

2016 - 2018 | Personal Trainer

  • Responsible for training novice and advanced CAD users

  • Creating and maintaining educational materials on the following topics:
    • Part Design
    • Freeform Design
    • Assembly Design
    • Data Interoperability
    • Data Management

  • Maintenance and updating of standard parts catalogs and company standard libraries

  • Manage users and licenses, ensuring appropriate access, authorization, and license assignment. Provide tool support and troubleshooting in accordance with the problem management process; consult with vendors and/or service providers as needed. Document system configurations and methodologies. Investigate new features and tools to improve process execution and methodology, and implement these changes in accordance with the change management process

2012 - 2016 : Ruecker & EDAG GmbH., Stuttgart

2013 - 2016 BOS / Daimler & Porsche & VW | Development engineer

  • Responsible for luggage compartment covers, luggage rack systems
    • Focus: complex assemblies with kinematic simulation
  • Concept and development of an innovative rear window sunshade for Porsche
    • Focus: mechatronics, kinematics, packaging

  • Power Copy template creation, Knowledgeware based CAD automation

  • Interior Class-A surface processing for Daimler Daimler AG. using CATIA V5

  • Development of dashboard and center console components

2009 - 2012 : Gumitech Kft. / WOCO Co. KG., Budapest & Bad Soden Salmuenster

  • Design and development of 1K/2K rubber parts for GM & Delphi in Detroit
    • 3D Part design
    • Regulation research
    • Drawings
  • Development of rubber and plastic parts for motor vehicles (seals, decoupling, construction of prototype vulcanization tools, jig construction) in CATIA V5