Kai Zissel
Materials and Process Engineer @Linde
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WORK HISTORY
Materials and Process Engineer @Linde
Munich, DE
Led the planning, setup and operation of a new additive manufacturing facility, including budgeting, equipment procurement, commissioning and safety compliance• Developed and patented an innovative process gas for metal 3D printing (Binder Jetting)• Applied Lean and Six Sigma methodologies (DoE, SPC, cause-effect analysis) to reduce process variability and enhance efficiency• Consulted customers on technical and gas solutions for additive manufacturing and heat treatment processes• Coordinated projects with R&D, production, sales, legal and IP departments, as well as external partners and customers• Represented the company at international conferences, technical workshops, and industry events• Designed intricate metal parts via CAD• Presented technical findings to management and customers to support strategic and operational decisions• Conducted material characterization: SEM/EBSD/EDX; Mechanical: tensile,compression, fatigue testing; Thermal: TGA/DIL, DSC
EDUCATION
Chalmers University of Technology
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Materials Science
FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg
Master of Science - MS, Materials Science and Engineering
FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg
Bachelor of Science - BS, Materials Science and Engineering
ABOUT KAI ZISSEL
Materials Engineer with experience in manufacturing process development, technology implementation, and cross-functional project management. I focus on turning R&D concepts into scalable industrial solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.At Linde, I led the implementation of a new metal additive manufacturing technology, from lab setup and process design to patenting a new process gas that expanded the company’s portfolio. This role strengthened my ability to connect technical innovation with business impact and manage complex, interdisciplinary projects. I am experiences in consulting customers and presenting complex technical topics tailored to various audiences including sales, commercialization, senior management and customers.Driven by curiosity and continuous improvement, I aim to contribute to projects where technological innovation, materials science and manufacturing meet — whether in engineering, R&D strategy or technical consulting.
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