Johannes Mattes
Director - Custom Solutions t & m @HBK - Hottinger Brüel & Kjær
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WORK HISTORY
Director - Custom Solutions t & m @HBK - Hottinger Brüel & Kjær
Darmstadt, DE
HBK was formed from the merger of HBM Hottinger Baldwin Messtechnik GmbH and Brüel & Kjær Sound & Vibration Measurement A/S, combining mechanical and acoustic measurement expertise under one brand. I have continued in my leadership role through this integration, contributing to the alignment of systems, solutions, and teams across the merged organization. This transition has further deepened my experience in cross-functional collaboration and delivering consistent value during periods of organizational change.• Lead the delivery of custom DAQ (Data Acquisition) systems for clients in aerospace, automotive, and industrial sectors• Focus on technical design, system integration, and scalable solution architecture• Responsible for the development and implementation of modular calibration systems used by HBK’s global service organization• Collaborate with international teams across Europe, Asia, and the Americas to align engineering, project management, and customer requirements• Contributed to high-profile public projects, including the ITER fusion research facility and Sikorsky CH-53K rotorcraft testing• Act as key interface between R&D, application engineering, and commercial teams
EDUCATION
ESSEC Business School
Master of Business Administration (MBA), ESSEC & Mannheim Modular Executive MBA
Mannheim Business School
Master of Business Administration (MBA), ESSEC & Mannheim Modular Executive MBA
Carl-Benz-Schule Mannheim
University-entrance diploma, Technics
Heidelberg University
Diplom, Physics
Heinrich Hertz Schule Karlsruhe
Professional technician, Energy Management and Systems Technology/Technician
SKILLS
ABOUT JOHANNES MATTES
I am an experienced engineering and solutions leader with a strong background in data acquisition (DAQ) systems, customer-specific technologies, and cross-functional collaboration. Currently, I serve as Director of Custom Solutions at HBK, where I’m responsible for delivering tailored measurement and testing solutions in the time domain across industries such as aerospace, automotive, and industrial manufacturing.With a degree in physics and an Executive MBA from ESSEC & Mannheim, I bring a combined technical and strategic perspective to my work. I specialize in scalable and modular DAQ systems, and I enjoy translating complex requirements into efficient, sustainable solutions. I have more than 20 years of experience in people management — leading and mentoring cross-disciplinary teams with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and growth.My work involves close global collaboration with teams and partners across Europe, Asia, and the Americas — aligning engineering, project management, and customer-focused services to achieve high-impact results.Core areas of expertise include- Scalable measurement and DAQ systems - People leadership and team development - Technical project management and application engineering - Strategic collaboration across international departments and partners - Custom hardware/software integration and calibration systems - Quality-driven execution in aerospace, automotive, and R&D environments - SFDC, SAP CRM/ERP, technical sales support, and customer engagementI am committed to driving continuous improvement, fostering collaboration, and contributing to innovative, technically sound solutions in a dynamic and global context.
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