I am a german engineer with over 10 years of experience across various industries, specializing in team leadership, project management, and mechanical design. I have successfully led international design teams and delivered projects from concept through to series production. My services include: Project management & project support Product and mechanical design from concept to series production Technical feasibility studies I combine strong technical expertise with proven leadership skills to deliver dynamic, agile, and innovative solutions tailored to each client’s needs.

Ali Salman, M. Sc.

I am a german engineer with over 10 years of experience across various industries, specializing in team leadership, project management, and mechanical design. I have successfully led international design teams and delivered projects from concept through to series production. My services include: Project management & project support Product and mechanical design from concept to series production Technical feasibility studies I combine strong technical expertise with proven leadership skills to deliver dynamic, agile, and innovative solutions tailored to each client’s needs.

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I am a german engineer with over 10 years of experience across various industries, specializing in team leadership, project management, and mechanical design. I have successfully led international design teams and delivered projects from concept through to series production.

My services include:

Project management & project support

Product and mechanical design from concept to series production

Technical feasibility studies

I combine strong technical expertise with proven leadership skills to deliver dynamic, agile, and innovative solutions tailored to each client’s needs.

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Language

German
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

CEO at Dali nex LTD
June 1, 2025 - Present
Founded and led Dali nex LTD in Larnaca, Cyprus, providing consulting services in mechanical engineering, product design and development, and project management. Established strategic direction, secured clients, oversaw operations, and delivered end-to-end engineering solutions.
Design Lead - High Voltage Battery Storage System at BMW Group
July 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Responsible for the mechanical design of the GEN6 high-voltage battery storage system; provided technical leadership and coordination of the design team per customer specifications; ensured compliance with BMW standards; managed budgeting, scheduling, and alignment with project objectives.
Co-Lead Engineer - Charging Systems at Ferchau GmbH (for Webasto Group SE)
March 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022
Defined and developed charging solutions for electric vehicles; organized and led the R&D team across multiple disciplines; aligned technical specifications with customer requirements; oversaw technical scope and project team leadership.
SE -Team leader - Development of Automotive Lighting at KET GmbH / BMW
November 1, 2018 - February 28, 2022
Managed development team; ensured compliance with design, quality, weight, and cost targets; led supplier coordination from concept to production readiness; implemented specification requirements and milestone tracking; supervised approvals and modifications of components and drawings; planned and managed change processes; coordinated stakeholders and provided technical leadership.
Project leader - Development of Automotive Component at KET Karosserie Entwicklung Thurner GmbH
November 1, 2016 - October 31, 2018
Developed alignment and measurement concepts; defined design specifications and led the design team; managed design approvals via CAD/PDM; coordinated with customers and suppliers; handled budget and change management; included pre-series inspection and international supplier meetings.
CAD designer at KET Karosserie Entwicklung Thurner GmbH
November 1, 2015 - November 30, 2016
Created parametric CAD models, designed plastic automotive components, prepared technical drawings, and supported tooling designs and supplier presentations.
Master thesis in Product Engineering field at Lufthansa Technik
March 1, 2015 - September 30, 2015
Completed a Master’s thesis in Product Engineering focusing on automotive-related components, applying engineering analysis and design methodologies.
Working student in CAD design at KET Karosserie Entwicklung Thurner GmbH
March 1, 2015 - August 31, 2015
Supported CAD design activities, produced parametric models, and assisted in design reviews with the team.
Trainee in Product Engineering field at Lufthansa Technik
November 1, 2014 - February 28, 2015
Trainee in Product Engineering working on aircraft-related components and product development processes.
Tutor for the course Fluid Mechanics at HAW Hamburg
April 1, 2014 - February 28, 2015
Tutored fluid mechanics course for students, assisted lectures, and helped with assignments.
Production assistant at Daimler AG
July 1, 2014 - September 30, 2014
Supported production operations, contributed to process improvements, and assisted in quality control.
Practical semester with subsequent bachelor thesis at ALTEN Technology GmbH
March 1, 2013 - September 30, 2013
Practical semester followed by bachelor thesis work focusing on automotive engineering tasks.
Interpreter for Arabic-German at Pro Familia
December 1, 2012 - August 31, 2013
Interpreted Arabic–German communications, supporting cross-cultural collaboration.

Education

Master of Science in Aeronautical Engineering at HAW Hamburg
September 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering at HAW Hamburg
March 1, 2010 - September 30, 2013
University Entrance Qualification at FH Hannover
March 1, 2009 - January 31, 2010

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services, Other
    paper Development of Automotive Lighting
    • Managing the development team, ensuring compliance with design, quality, weight, and cost targets
    • Leading supplier coordination from concept to production readiness
    • Implementing specification requirements and milestone tracking
    • Supervising approvals and modifications of components and drawings
    • Planning and managing change processes
    • Coordinating stakeholders and providing technical leadership
    paper CAD design Plastic Parts - Automotive and Aeronautics
    • Creating parametric CAD models using CATIA V5
    • Designing plastic automotive components
    • Preparing and updating technical drawings
    • Developing tooling designs and supplier presentations
    paper Development of the air intake grille for BMW F54 LCI
    • Developing alignment and measurement concepts
    • Defining design specifications and leading the design team
    • Managing design approvals via CAD PDM
    • Coordinating with customers and suppliers
    • Handling budget and change management
    • Inspecting pre-series production in Jiaxing, China
    • Presenting components at assembly events in Oxford, UK
    • Leading international supplier status meetings
    paper High Voltage Battery Storage System
    • Responsible for the mechanical design of the GEN6 high-voltage battery storage system
    • Technical leadership and coordination of the design team according to customer specifications
    • Ensured compliance with BMW technical and quality standards
    • Responsible for budgeting, scheduling, and alignment with project objectives