Christian Baade
About Christian Baade
Christian Baade is an experienced R&D professional with a background in mechanical engineering. He has held various roles at Faurecia and TRW, contributing to projects in Germany and China, including the development of electro hydraulic brake systems and managing prototype shop operations.
Work at Faurecia
Christian Baade has held multiple roles at Faurecia, contributing to various departments since 1999. He began as a Test Engineer in Stadthagen, where he worked for three years. He then transitioned to Project Engineer from 2002 to 2005 in the Munich Area. Following this, he managed the complete seat prototype shop in Bad Abbach from 2005 to 2007 and continued in the same role in Neuburg a.d. Donau from 2007 to 2010. From 2010 to 2015, he served as the German Technical Interface Director and Application Manager in Shanghai, China. He returned to R&D roles in Stadthagen in 2015 and has been involved in various projects, including managing the validation department for the 7 Series.
Previous Experience at TRW
Christian Baade worked at TRW as an engineer from 1998 to 1999 in the Koblenz Area, Germany. During his tenure, he was involved in the pre-development of electro hydraulic brake systems. This experience contributed to his engineering expertise and provided a foundation for his subsequent roles in the automotive industry.
Education and Expertise
Christian Baade studied Mechanical Engineering at FH Trier, where he achieved the degree of Dipl. Ing. His educational background has equipped him with the technical knowledge necessary for his roles in research and development, project management, and engineering within the automotive sector.
Leadership in Prototype Shop Operations
Throughout his career at Faurecia, Christian Baade has led prototype shop operations in both Bad Abbach and Neuburg. His leadership in these roles involved overseeing the construction projects for notable clients such as Rolls Royce and Mini, ensuring that prototype development met customer specifications and timelines.
Technical Customer Interface and Partnerships
In his capacity as the technical customer interface for the PSA Group, Christian Baade focused on fostering customer success partnerships. His role involved managing communications and technical requirements, ensuring that customer needs were met effectively while maintaining high standards of service.