I am Matthias Seitz, an expert in additive manufacturing and generative design. With a passion for innovative 3D printing applications, I specialize in leading research and development projects that push the boundaries of design for additive manufacturing. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy driving projects from conceptual stages through to execution. My background combines technical expertise and creative thinking, enabling me to automate complex geometry generation and develop user-centered product solutions. I am highly motivated to contribute to challenging roles that allow me to take responsibility in the design and 3D printing field.

Matthias Seitz

I am Matthias Seitz, an expert in additive manufacturing and generative design. With a passion for innovative 3D printing applications, I specialize in leading research and development projects that push the boundaries of design for additive manufacturing. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy driving projects from conceptual stages through to execution. My background combines technical expertise and creative thinking, enabling me to automate complex geometry generation and develop user-centered product solutions. I am highly motivated to contribute to challenging roles that allow me to take responsibility in the design and 3D printing field.

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I am Matthias Seitz, an expert in additive manufacturing and generative design. With a passion for innovative 3D printing applications, I specialize in leading research and development projects that push the boundaries of design for additive manufacturing. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy driving projects from conceptual stages through to execution.

My background combines technical expertise and creative thinking, enabling me to automate complex geometry generation and develop user-centered product solutions. I am highly motivated to contribute to challenging roles that allow me to take responsibility in the design and 3D printing field.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Design for Additive Manufacturing (Design Engineer/Consultant) at BMW Group Additive Manufacturing Campus
January 31, 2022 - September 2, 2025
Executed additive manufacturing design projects collaboratively across departments and with machine manufacturers, developed innovative 3D printing applications, and automated geometry generation such as lattice structures. Contributed to projects like Mini Pacesetter (customizable 3D-printed seat cushions) and Mini Urbanaut (digital-analog interface with 3D-printed token).
Freelance Industrial Designer at Matthias Seitz Office
June 1, 2015 - Present
Leading and developing personal design and art projects, independently acquiring new skills, and co-developing product solutions with clients. Example projects include 3D-printed spikes for sledding shoes, medical RFID cabinets, innovative wall plugs, and automation of 3D-printed prosthetic legs.
Founder / Managing Director at Startup Aeria – smart.flying.tools
February 28, 2018 - September 2, 2025
Responsible for strategic planning, application and management of EXIST start-up grant, leading technical development including prototype construction and application development. Filed a patent (DE: 10 2015 008 086.5).
Working Student / Additive Manufacturing Consultant at EOS GmbH
March 31, 2016 - September 2, 2025
Developed new consulting products focusing on design and topology optimization, conducted training for customers, and created innovative use cases. Key project involved redesigning multicopters via topology optimization for additive manufacturing.
Design für additive Fertigung at BMW Group Additive Manufacturing Campus
January 1, 2022 - September 2, 2025
Executed additive manufacturing design projects collaborating with various departments and machine manufacturers. Developed innovative 3D printing applications and automated geometry generation for lattice structures. Notable projects include customizable 3D-printed seat cushions (Mini Pacesetter) and digital-analog interfaces with 3D-printed tokens (Mini Urbanaut).
Freelance Industrial Designer at Matthias Seitz Office
June 1, 2015 - Present
Led and developed personal design and art projects, independently acquired new skills, and co-developed product solutions with clients. Projects included 3D-printed spikes for sledding shoes, medical RFID cabinets, innovative wall plugs, and automated 3D-printed leg prosthetics.
Founder / Managing Director at Startup Aeria – smart.flying.tools
February 1, 2018 - September 2, 2025
Strategic planning and overall management of the startup, including acquiring and managing the EXIST start-up grant. Led technical development involving prototype construction and application development. Managed patent filing with file number DE: 10 2015 008 086.5.
Working Student / Additive Manufacturing Consultant at EOS GmbH
March 1, 2016 - September 2, 2025
Developed new consulting products focused on design and topology optimization. Conducted training sessions for EOS customers and created innovative use cases for customer projects, including redesigning multicopters for additive manufacturing with topology optimization techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Ostbayerischen Technischen Hochschule Regensburg (OTH)
October 1, 2011 - May 31, 2016
University Entrance Qualification at University of Applied Sciences Straubing
September 1, 2008 - August 31, 2010
Vocational Qualification at Fibres GmbH, Kelheim
September 1, 2004 - August 31, 2008
Bachelor of Arts at Ostbayerischen Technischen Hochschule Regensburg (OTH)
October 1, 2011 - May 1, 2016
University Entrance Qualification at University of Applied Sciences Straubing
September 1, 2008 - August 1, 2010
Vocational Qualification (Industrial Mechanic) at Fibres GmbH, Kelheim
September 1, 2004 - August 1, 2008

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Professional Services, Healthcare, Consumer Goods