I'm an automotive engineer with 6+ years of experience who, in 2024, expanded into full-stack development. This isn't a story about leaving one field for another—it's about bridging both worlds to offer useful solutions.
I haven't left automotive engineering. I've added full-stack development to my skill set, and I'm available for consulting and engineering roles, with experience in automotive quality systems, production optimization, and digital transformation.
I combine automotive engineering with full-stack development to connect manufacturing operations and digital tools, with a focus on production systems, quality, and workflow automation where it makes sense.
In 2026, this continues with the Java Backend Developer Bootcamp at Hack Your Future Brussels (February–May 2026)—deepening backend skills with Java, Spring Boot, JDBC/JPA, REST APIs, and JWT with Spring Security, alongside React and Node.js for client work.
TL;DR
Key Achievements
Team Leadership
Managed 40 operators during production ramp-up
Production Optimization
Increased yield by +3% through process optimization
OEM Projects
Co-Led product development for BMW & VW Group
Workflow Automation
Optimized SAP workflows, improving traceability and efficiency
Digital Solutions
Hands-on web projects and learning; Java & Spring backend training at HYF Brussels
Cross-functional
Coordinated teams across Sales, Quality, Production, After-Sales
Open for Engineering & Consulting
- Project Engineer
- Project Manager
- Customer Quality Engineer
- Manufacturing Leader
- Full-Stack Developer (React, Node.js, PostgreSQL)
- Backend Developer (Java / Spring — in progress)
- Production Systems Optimization
- Quality Management Systems
- Workflow Automation for Manufacturing
- Production Dashboards
- E-commerce Platforms
- Supplier Portals
- MES/ERP Integration
Electromechanical Technician
AUTOLIV • RomaniaMy professional journey started at AUTOLIV in Romania. This entry-level role gave me hands-on experience with production systems and taught me the fundamentals of manufacturing processes.
Manufacturing Lead | Operations & Continuous Improvement
AGP eGlass 1.0 • Rumbeke, BelgiumAfter proving myself at AUTOLIV, I joined AGP eGlass in Rumbeke as a Manufacturing Team Leader. This was my first leadership role, where I learned to manage teams, coordinate projects, and take responsibility for production outcomes.
Project & Launch Coordination | Product Development Engineer | Automotive
AGP eGlass 2.0 • Zwijnaarde, BelgiumMy most significant role at AGP eGlass 2.0 in Zwijnaarde, where I spent nearly 5 years combining technical expertise with leadership responsibilities. I led full-cycle product development projects for major OEMs including BMW & VW Group
The transition
After nearly 5 years as a Product Development Engineer, I noticed a growing need for digital solutions in manufacturing. While working with SAP systems and optimizing workflows, I realized that combining my engineering background and leadership experience with full-stack development skills would make me uniquely valuable.
In September 2024, I enrolled in BeCode Brussels, an intensive 7-month full-stack development training program. This wasn't about leaving engineering - it was about adding a powerful new skill set to bridge manufacturing operations and digital tools.
After the full-stack track at BeCode Brussels, I started the Java Backend Developer Bootcamp at Hack Your Future Brussels in February 2026 (through May 2026). It is my latest chapter: the same bridge between manufacturing and software, with a stronger focus on JVM backends, relational data, and secure APIs for roles that use Spring and enterprise patterns.
Full-Stack Developer Training
BeCode Brussels • Brussels, BelgiumAn intensive 7-month bootcamp focused on full-stack JavaScript development, covering frontend, backend, databases, and DevOps. The program emphasized hands-on projects, agile methodologies, and production-ready applications.
Java Backend Developer Bootcamp
LatestHack Your Future Brussels • Brussels, BelgiumIntensive backend program building on my full-stack foundation. The course covers Java syntax and OOP, files and exceptions, relational databases through JDBC and JPA/Hibernate (PostgreSQL/MySQL), REST APIs with Spring Boot, JWT-based authentication with Spring Security, and professional practices for testing, documentation, and deployment. In progress.
My Digital Solutions Projects
I build web applications for automotive processes, including production dashboards, e-commerce platforms, supplier portals, and quality management systems.
Technical Stack: React.js with TypeScript, Node.js with Express.js, PostgreSQL, JWT authentication, Docker containerization, cloud deployment (Hetzner, Render)
Parallel training (JVM): Java, Spring Boot, JDBC/JPA, JWT, and Spring Security through Hack Your Future Brussels. Client work for DREIWORKS remains primarily React, Node.js, and PostgreSQL; the bootcamp formalizes backend engineering practices that complement that delivery.
Key Features: Real-time production monitoring, quality management systems, workflow automation, production-ready deployment
Bridging Both Worlds
I combine automotive engineering expertise with full-stack development to deliver solutions that bridge manufacturing operations and digital tools:
- Production Systems Optimization: I optimize production systems because I understand both the manufacturing processes and the digital tools needed to improve them.
- Quality Management: I build quality management systems because I've worked with IATF 16949, VDA, APQP, PPAP processes from the manufacturing side.
- Workflow Automation: I automate workflows because I understand what needs to be automated - I've managed production lines, optimized SAP workflows, and led OEM projects.
- Project Leadership: I don't just code - I lead development projects, make architectural decisions, and bridge the gap between technical and business requirements.
Conclusion
The manufacturing industry is going through a digital transformation. Companies need people who understand both the engineering side and the software side - and who can lead projects and teams.
By combining 6+ years of automotive engineering experience, leadership skills, and full-stack development, I can:
- Deliver solutions that bridge manufacturing operations and digital tools
- Specialize in production systems optimization, quality management, and workflow automation
- Build web applications for automotive processes (production dashboards, e-commerce platforms, supplier portals, quality management systems)
- Lead development projects and teams
- Bridge the gap between manufacturing and IT
- Make strategic technical decisions
- Apply backend engineering practices with Java, Spring Boot, and secure APIs (training in progress at Hack Your Future Brussels)
I'm not just an engineer who learned to code. I'm someone who has led teams of 40 operators, optimized SAP workflows, built production-ready applications, and understands both engineering and software development from hands-on experience.
CTA
With a unique combination of hands-on manufacturing experience and full-stack development skills, I am available for roles including Backend Developer (Java/Spring), Full-Stack Developer, Project Engineer, Project Manager, Customer Quality Engineer, and Manufacturing Leader.
If you're a recruiter or hiring manager, I'd love to hear from you!
*Note: This article reflects my personal professional journey and is intended for job applications and professional networking. For information about DREIWORKS services, please visit the main website.*