Dr. Axel Schumacher
About Dr. Axel Schumacher
Dr. Axel Schumacher serves as the Asia Engineering Director for Faurecia Clean Mobility in Shanghai, China, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in engineering and management, having worked in various leadership roles at companies such as GKN ePowertrain and Bosch.
Work at Faurecia
Dr. Axel Schumacher has served as the Asia Engineering Director for Faurecia Clean Mobility since 2020. Based in Shanghai, China, he oversees a team of 900 professionals across five Technical Centers located in China, India, Japan, and Korea. His role includes managing the Application Front Offices, Test Centers, and Prototyping Shops in multiple Asian countries. Dr. Schumacher's leadership is crucial in driving engineering initiatives and ensuring the successful execution of projects within the region.
Previous Experience in Engineering Leadership
Before joining Faurecia, Dr. Schumacher held significant positions at GKN ePowertrain and Bosch. He was the Global Director of Product Technology Electrical Systems at GKN ePowertrain from 2018 to 2020. His tenure at Bosch spanned multiple roles, including Vice President Engineering and Head of the Business Unit Electric Vehicles and Hybrid Technology. His extensive experience includes managing globally distributed matrix organizations and overseeing engineering functions across various sectors.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Schumacher holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering from Helmut Schmidt Universität - Universität der Bundeswehr Hamburg. He has also completed postgraduate studies in economics and various leadership programs, including a Resilient Leadership Program at London Business School and a Postgraduate Program in International Leadership and Organizational Behavior at Università Bocconi. His educational background supports his expertise in engineering and management.
Background in Military and Engineering
Dr. Schumacher served as an Officer in the Bundeswehr (German Federal Armed Forces) from 1983 to 1995, gaining valuable leadership experience. He transitioned into the engineering sector, starting as a Development Engineer at Philips Innovation Services and later taking on various roles at Bosch. His career reflects a strong foundation in both military and engineering disciplines, enhancing his leadership capabilities in complex organizational settings.
Language Proficiency
Dr. Schumacher possesses advanced Mandarin language skills, in addition to being a native German speaker and fluent in English. This multilingual capability enables him to effectively communicate and collaborate within diverse teams across different regions, particularly in Asia, where he manages significant engineering operations.