Alexandre Westermann, Ph.D
About Alexandre Westermann, Ph.D
Alexandre Westermann, Ph.D, serves as the Innovation Program Manager at Faurecia, where he has worked since 2021. He has a strong background in chemistry and project management, with previous roles at Faurecia and Instituto Superior Técnico.
Current Role at Faurecia
Alexandre Westermann currently serves as Chef de Projet Innovation / Innovation Program Manager at Faurecia, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing a budget of 1.1 million euros for the innovation program. He works in Bavans, where he interfaces with global commercial vehicle innovation teams to support local pre-development projects. His responsibilities include coordinating core team activities involving Product & Process, CAD, Purchasing, Quality, Experts, and Intellectual Property.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Prior to his current position, Alexandre Westermann worked at Faurecia in various roles. He served as Chef de Projet Technique / Technical Project Manager for one year from 2020 to 2021. Before that, he was an Ingénieur émissions / Emissions Control Engineer from 2017 to 2020 for three years. His experience at Faurecia has contributed to his expertise in innovation and project management within the automotive sector.
Education and Expertise
Alexandre Westermann holds a Research Doctorate in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, and Catalysis from Université de Lorraine, which he completed from 2010 to 2013. He also achieved a Master 2 in Synthèse, Caractérisation, Environnement (SCE) in 2010 and a Licence in Chemistry in 2008 from the same institution. Additionally, he earned a Diplôme Universitaire et Technologique in Chemistry from IUT Moselle-Est from 2005 to 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in chemical engineering and innovation.
Research Experience
Before joining Faurecia, Alexandre Westermann worked as a Research Engineer at Instituto Superior Técnico in Lisbon for 11 months in 2014. His research experience has enhanced his technical skills and understanding of innovative processes in the field of chemistry and engineering.
Innovative Developments
During his career, Alexandre Westermann developed the Electrically Heated Catalyst (EHC) for commercial vehicles. This project focused on key factors such as manufacturability, durability, functionality, timing, and cost. His work in this area demonstrates his commitment to advancing technology in the automotive industry.