Raul Hess
About Raul Hess
Raul Hess is a Program Manager at Faurecia Innenraum Systeme GmbH in Hagenbach, Germany, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in engineering and program management, with a strong focus on profitability, budget management, and customer satisfaction.
Work at Faurecia
Raul Hess has been serving as a Program Manager at Faurecia Innenraum Systeme GmbH since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for managing programs for Mercedes-Benz AG, overseeing the process from acquisition through development to serial production in the Interior Systems and Acoustic and Soft Trims divisions. Prior to his current position, he held various roles within the company, including Customer Engineering Manager for FCA South America, Engineering Manager for Center Consoles, and Team Leader for Concept Engineering. His extensive experience at Faurecia spans over a decade, contributing to his expertise in program management.
Education and Expertise
Raul Hess studied at Technische Universität Berlin, where he focused on Fahrzeugtechnik and earned a Diplom Ingenieur from 1986 to 1992. He also completed his secondary education at Deutsch-Französisches Gymnasium, achieving Abitur from 1975 to 1984. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his professional roles. Additionally, he is fluent in four languages, enhancing his ability to communicate and collaborate effectively in diverse international settings.
Background
Raul Hess has a diverse professional background, beginning his career as a Leader in Predevelopment at CIE Plasfil in Portugal from 1997 to 1999. He then transitioned to Peguform as a Predevelopment Engineer from 1999 to 2005 in Germany. Following this, he joined Faurecia Innenraum Systeme GmbH, where he progressed through various engineering and management roles. His experience includes significant international exposure, having worked in Brazil and Germany, which has equipped him with a multicultural perspective in the automotive industry.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Raul Hess has demonstrated a strong focus on profitability and budget management while ensuring customer satisfaction. He utilizes a key indicator-driven management approach, emphasizing cost consciousness and budget control aligned with division targets. His experience includes managing programs for major automotive clients, particularly Mercedes-Benz AG, and he has established senior-level contacts at OEMs to promote innovation and best practices within the industry.