Projects from SCHMITT Engineering Services
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Interim turnaround Series production –
Rejects >30% → <1%
Industry: Automotive industry
Client: International automation and robotics solutions company focusing on smart manufacturing and efficiency improvement
Project duration: October 2025 – present
Project budget/team: Unknown/8 employees
Project languages: English
Role: Interim project manager for shop floor and production stabilization
The aim of the project was to establish stable, series-ready production through targeted analysis and sustainable optimization of existing processes. At the outset, detailed shop floor and process analyses were conducted to identify critical weak points in series production. Systematic evaluation of key production metrics such as scrap rate, cycle time, and plant availability provided a sound basis for root cause analysis.
On this basis, targeted optimization measures were developed, prioritized, and implemented to achieve sustainable process stabilization. The introduction of standardized work and control processes reduced process variance and significantly increased production robustness. In addition, process parameters and plant configurations were adjusted to reliably ensure the required cycle times.
A key success factor was the technical leadership, motivation, and training of the interdisciplinary team in order to permanently anchor the new processes in everyday production. Know-how and resources were used in a targeted manner in close cooperation with engineering, production, quality, and maintenance. To secure the results in the long term, the project established key performance indicator-based monitoring and a structured continuous improvement process (CIP). Regular coordination and management-oriented reporting ensured transparency regarding progress.
A key success factor was the technical leadership, motivation, and training of the interdisciplinary team in order to permanently anchor the new processes in everyday production. Know-how and resources were used in a targeted manner in close cooperation with engineering, production, quality, and maintenance. To secure the results in the long term, the project established key performance indicator-based monitoring and a structured continuous improvement process (CIP). Regular coordination and management-oriented reporting ensured transparency regarding progress, risks, and results achieved. The project was rounded off by complete documentation of all measures, process changes, and improvements.
Results & measurable added value
- Sustainable increase in plant availability from approx. 60% to a stable >92%
- Reduction in scrap from >30% to ≤1% through targeted process and root cause analysis
- Reduction in cycle time from >15 seconds to ≤11 seconds on critical modules
- Significant increase in production output while maintaining quality and cost control
Success factors
The course of the project to date shows that its success is largely based on a consistent focus on key figures and causes, which enables sound management and targeted measures. Clearly defined shop floor governance and transparent decision-making processes allow issues to be addressed in a structured manner and effectively driven forward. Another key success factor is the close interdisciplinary cooperation between all departments involved, which ensures the efficient exchange of know-how and coordinated implementation. Instead of short-term interventions, the ongoing project focuses on sustainably empowering the organization to anchor improvements in the long term.
Interim stabilization phase after task force phase –
Securing series production & variant integration
Industry: Automotive industry
Client: International company specializing in automation and robotics solutions with a focus on smart manufacturing and efficiency improvement
Project duration: April 2025 – August 2025
Project budget/team: Unknown / 6 employees
Project languages: German
Role: Supportive project manager following successful task force stabilization
During this phase of the project, SCHMITT Engineering Services took over project responsibility in order to relieve the operational organization and secure the processes in the long term. During ongoing series production, four additional article variants and two plant modules were successfully integrated without affecting the existing output performance. Through targeted process adjustments and training of the shop floor team, the required cycle time of ≤ 20 seconds was reliably maintained.
To measurably ensure production stability, a KPI-based control system was introduced, based on factors such as plant availability, cycle time, and setup time. The phase was concluded with a structured handover to operations, including complete documentation and systematic know-how transfer, in order to permanently anchor the improvements achieved in day-to-day business.
Results & measurable added value
- Series output secured, cycle time maintained
- Structured handover to regular operation
Success factors
Following the task force assignment, SCHMITT Engineering Services assumed responsibility for providing the organization with long-term operational relief. In the course of this, additional variants and modules were successfully integrated into ongoing series production without compromising the stability or performance of production.
Program management – High-speed project portfolio –
78 projects, 6-8 weeks lead time
Industry: Logistics
Client: Leading global e-commerce provider
Project duration: February 2025 – November 2025
Project budget/team: Unknown/15 employees
Project languages: English, German
Role: Program Manager
SCHMITT Engineering Services assumed overall responsibility for a company-wide program comprising 78 parallel projects. Project managers, suppliers, and relevant stakeholders were managed and coordinated under considerable time pressure. A key focus was on prioritizing, synchronizing, and coordinating the individual projects, which were implemented at a rapid pace with a lead time of 6 to 8 weeks each.
Through active management of critical success factors, SCHMITT Engineering Services ensured compliance with budgets, schedules, and resource availability. To achieve sustainable performance improvement, uniform project management standards were introduced and scaled to increase transparency, quality, and efficiency and reduce friction losses. Conflicting objectives at the program level were identified early on and resolved in a targeted manner to maximize the strategic benefits of the overall program. In addition, a key performance indicator-based reporting system was established, enabling structured and targeted management by top management.
Success factors
The project's success was based on clear program governance with stringent decision-making structures and consistent prioritization according to strategic benefits. Early risk management and targeted bottleneck control enabled stable implementation. This was complemented by a lean, standardized project management methodology and a high level of control competence vis-à-vis stakeholders and suppliers.
Task force project management – Acute production stabilization:
Plant availability 30% → 90% – Series production capability established
Industry: Automotive
Client: International company that develops state-of-the-art automation and robotics solutions for industry, with a focus on increasing efficiency and smart manufacturing
Project duration: 10/2024 – 03/2025
Project budget/team: unknown / 15 employees
Project languages: German
Role: Task force project management, on-site project management
As part of the project, weak points in the existing production processes were first systematically analyzed and identified. Detailed process analyses identified inefficient workflows, long setup times, and unstable process parameters. This was supplemented by a thorough evaluation of key production metrics such as OEE, cycle time, and setup time in order to identify causes in a transparent and reliable manner.
On this basis, SCHMITT Engineering Services developed targeted optimization measures that were implemented step by step. These included the introduction of standardized workflows to increase process stability and measures to reduce setup times, including setup workshops, the use of SMED methods, and optimized tool provision. In addition, process parameters and plant configurations were adjusted to reliably ensure the required cycle times.
Another focus was on the coordination and management of the project team. Know-how and resources were deployed in a targeted manner in close cooperation with the departments involved. By motivating and training the team, the new processes were able to be sustainably anchored in everyday production.
To secure the results, continuous monitoring of production key figures was carried out. In addition, a structured continuous improvement process (CIP) was implemented to systematically tap further optimization potential. Ongoing communication with management ensured transparency regarding progress, challenges, and results achieved. The project was rounded off by comprehensive documentation of all measures and improvements implemented.
Results & measurable added value
- Process stability: The production processes for seven product variants were successfully stabilized. Equipment availability was sustainably increased from an initial 30% to over 90%.
- Setup time optimization: Setup times were reduced from over 240 minutes to a consistent ≤ 60 minutes through targeted measures to improve processes and increase efficiency.
- Cycle time optimization: The cycle time was reduced on individual modules from over 30 seconds to the required cycle time of ≤ 20 seconds.
Project management for conveyor technology –
Retrofit & commissioning on time
Industry: Logistics
Client: Leading global e-commerce provider
Project duration: 04/2024 – 11/2024
Project budget/team: unknown / 35 employees
Project languages: German, English
Role: Project management
SCHMITT Engineering Services took on the management of projects for the introduction of technical solutions, particularly in the area of redesigning material handling equipment (MHE) and retrofitting automated systems and other process-related improvements. The area of responsibility included complete control of the project life cycle – from validation of layouts, coordination of suppliers, and creation of the project plan to management of the installation work, including technical retrofit measures such as sprinkler systems for fire protection.
In addition, SCHMITT Engineering Services was responsible for commissioning by suppliers, the successful completion of the site acceptance test (SAT), and the structured handover to the internal customer. In close coordination with various departments, viable compromise solutions were developed to resolve potential conflicts of interest while complying with applicable guidelines.
Another focus was on validating the designs of all parties involved and consistently taking customer requirements into account. Early feedback enabled technical defects to be rectified and schedules to be reliably adhered to. In addition, SCHMITT Engineering Services identified inefficiencies in existing processes and standards and worked with the teams involved to drive targeted improvements.
Success criteria
The project was successfully implemented, with all defined milestones being achieved within the planned schedule. In addition, the end result met the high quality standards defined at the start of the project, ensuring stakeholder satisfaction.
Product Development –
Wallbox (hybrid)
Industry: Energy technology
Client: Leading international provider of air conditioning solutions and energy-efficient heating technologies
Project duration: October 2023 – March 2024
Project budget/team: single-digit million amount / 25 employees
Project languages: German, English
Role: Engineering Project Lead
SCHMITT Engineering Services took on the technical project management and bore global responsibility for leading and supervising an interdisciplinary, internationally distributed development team from the areas of systems, hardware, software, and mechanics. The development process was managed throughout the entire product development life cycle and the achievement of the defined technical and quality targets was ensured.
A key part of the task was the management of all technical approvals, including CAD data, drawings, parts lists, and product approvals and releases. In addition, ongoing support for suppliers was provided to ensure timely implementation, compliance with technical requirements, and smooth cooperation throughout the entire development chain.
Product development -
air-water heat pump (hybrid)
Industry: Energy technology
Client: Leading international provider of air conditioning solutions and energy-efficient heating technologies
Project duration: June 2022 – March 2024
Project budget/team: Tens of millions / 60 employees
Project languages: German, English
Role: Engineering Project Lead
SCHMITT Engineering Services took on technical project management and global responsibility for leading and supervising an interdisciplinary and internationally distributed development team from the areas of systems, hardware, software, and mechanics. Throughout the entire product development life cycle, the development process was managed and responsibility was taken for achieving all technical and qualitative results.
A key part of the work involved managing technical approvals, including CAD data, drawings, parts lists, and product approvals and releases. In addition, ongoing supplier support was provided to ensure compliance with technical requirements, smooth cooperation, and timely implementation of the development.
Success criterion
The project was successfully implemented, as all defined goals were achieved within the specified scope and budget. The development of the Vitocal 25x heat pump resulted in an innovative product that is a leader in energy efficiency, environmental friendliness, and user-friendliness. All technical milestones were achieved on schedule, with effective project management ensuring that budget targets were met. The successful market launch in March 2023 contributed significantly to the positive perception of the product in the industry, as evidenced by excellent test results, particularly from Stiftung Warentest. The combination of on-time delivery, cost efficiency, and high product quality underscores the sustained success of this development project.
Automation –
E2G Multi Line CUP, TIP, and Packaging with Loading and Unloading Module
Industry: Medical technology
Client: Manufacturer of high-precision plastic components for medical technology
Project duration: May 2021 – March 2022
Project budget/team: single-digit million amount / 15 employees
Project languages: German
Role: Project Manager
Robotic automation –
Small series packaging
Industry: Pharmaceutical Sector
Client: Leading global research-based pharmaceutical company in the health and pharma industry
Project duration: 12/2020 – 10/2021
Project budget / team: Six-figure budget / 10 team members
Project languages: German
Role: Project Manager
Injection molding automation –
Automation Processing Cartridge (3 systems)
Industry: Medical technology
Client: Provider of innovative plastic solutions in the field of medical technology
Project duration: 09/2020 – 02/2022
Project budget/team: single-digit million amount / 10 employees
Project languages: German
Role: Project Manager
Injection molding automation –
Automation P-Plate Mexico (2 systems)
Industry: Medical technology
Client: Manufacturer of high-precision plastic components for medical technology
Project duration: 08/2020 – 04/2022
Project budget/team: double-digit million amount / 10 employees
Project languages: German, English
Role: Project Manager
Separation and labeling of plastic containers using robotic handling, followed by visual quality inspection using a 2D camera system (2 systems)
Industry: Logistics
Client: Leading manufacturer of storage and order picking systems
Project duration: 06/2020 – 03/2021
Project budget/team: single-digit million amount / 10 employees
Project languages: German
Role: Project Manager
Injection molding automation –
Automation P-Plate 48 Blank
Industry: Medical technology
Client: Leading international company in the field of automation solutions for injection molding processes
Project duration: 06/2020 – 02/2021
Project budget/team: three-digit thousand amount / 10 employees
Project languages: German
Role: Project Manager
Injection molding automation rotor –
oading and unloading an injection molding machine with packaging unit
Industry: Automotive and medical technology
Client: Leading company in the development of mechatronic drive systems
Project duration: February 2019 – June 2020
Project volume: three-digit thousand amount / 8 employees
Project languages: German, English
Role: Project Manager
YuMi Automation –
Expansion of oil pump assembly module production line
Industry: Automotive
Client: Leading global manufacturer of braking systems and advanced vehicle technologies
Project duration: December 2018 – October 2020
Project budget/team: three-digit million amount / 5 employees
Project languages: German
Role: Project Manager
Injection molding automation stator –
Loading and unloading an injection molding machine with testing station and packaging
Industry: Automotive and medical technology
Customer: Leading company in the development of mechatronic drive systems
Project duration: December 2018 – October 2020
Project budget/team: single-digit million amount / 10 employees
Project languages: German, English
Role: Project Manager
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