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I am Gunnar Vermöhlen, a project manager in automotive engineering with over 17 years of experience developing complex interior systems for international OEMs such as Opel, Stellantis, and Citroën. I specialize in tool-optimized design of plastic components, series development, prototype and production launch support.
I lead international teams across India, China, and France, collaborating with global development and design centers. My expertise spans CAD/Modeling/AI (Rhinoceros, Blender, ComfyUI, NX, CATIA), project management, quality and process optimization—combining technical precision with strong intercultural communication.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
German
Fluent
Work Experience
Freelancer at Self-employed / Freelancer
March 1, 2025 - PresentConstruction, product development, interior design; CAD and 3D modeling (Rhinoceros 8 license); AI prompting; Drafting, sketching and visualization; Project leadership and project management
Project Manager Instrument Panel at Yanfeng International Automotive Technology Europe
March 1, 2016 - PresentSeries development of the instrument panel for Opel Grandland; manage engineering team in India; tool-optimized development of injection-molded components and add-ons (HOPs), blow-molded air ducts; crash analyses, ISO tests, occupant protection; DFMEA, prototype and assembly support; data management with Yanfeng India; coordination with Opel and suppliers; series launch support in Eisenach
Lead Engineer/Project Manager at bertrandt
October 15, 2011 - February 29, 2016Lead Engineer Rear Compartment Trim; Sub-System Architect Interior Trim; personnel management; capacity and budget planning; analysis of installation space; design drawings and criteria; technical customer support and presentations; collaboration with Opel/GM Design Studio; support of Alias Surfacer in door panel development; FMEA strategies; supplier coordination
Project Manager / Specialist at RLE Rhein Main GmbH
August 1, 2010 - August 31, 2011Design control in Delta 2 project; rear paneling and trim; packaging in IP/console/HVAC area; analysis of installation space and electronics; design and coordination of a complete bench seat; customer support, presentations, personnel management, and capacity and budget planning; in-house CAD management, Teamcenter power user
Project Engineer/Developer at invenio engineering solutions
January 7, 2008 - July 31, 2010CAD design (Unigraphics, CATIA V5, ProE) for trim strips, panels, cockpits, and center consoles; drawing creation, DMU/Teamcenter data maintenance, and approval processes; concept and design development (sketches, renderings, color and haptic concepts) in automotive and medical devices; project management, budgeting, coordination, customer support, and presentations
Education
Dipl. -Ing. Interior Design/Product Interior Design (FH) at Fachhochschule Mainz – University of Applied Sciences
September 1, 2001 - July 3, 2007Technical High School Entrance Qualification at Technical High School in Mainz
August 1, 2000 - July 1, 2001Training as a carpenter at Dietz Mainz
August 1, 1995 - July 31, 1998Kanonikus-Kir-Realschule Mainz at Kanonikus-Kir-Realschule Mainz
August 1, 1988 - June 30, 1995Qualifications
Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Professional Services, Other, Real Estate & Construction, Transportation & Logistics
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