Stefanos Amanatidis
About Stefanos Amanatidis
Stefanos Amanatidis is a Development Engineer specializing in valves at SAM GmbH, with a background in automotive engineering and experience in component optimization. He has held various engineering roles, including application engineering and CAD design, and has a strong proficiency in CATIA V5.
Current Role as Development Engineer
Stefanos Amanatidis is currently employed as a Development Engineer specializing in valves at SAM GmbH. He has been in this role since 2024, where he focuses on optimizing components with an emphasis on material selection, weight reduction, and manufacturing processes. His responsibilities include coordinating technical specifications and requirements between customers and suppliers, ensuring that projects meet industry standards and client expectations.
Previous Experience at FERCHAU
Before his current position, Stefanos worked at FERCHAU as an Application Engineer for thermal components from 2022 to 2023. In this role, he was placed at DENSO Automotive, where he contributed to hybrid technology projects. His experience at FERCHAU allowed him to develop skills in component optimization and project management within the automotive sector.
Education in Automotive Engineering
Stefanos earned his Bachelor's degree in Automotive Engineering from IHU Thessaloniki, completing his studies from 2011 to 2018. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in automotive design and engineering principles, which he applies in his professional roles. This education has been instrumental in shaping his approach to component optimization and design.
Experience in CAD Design
Prior to his role at FERCHAU, Stefanos worked as a CAD Designer at FAISSNER PETERMEIER Fahrzeugtechnik AG from 2021 to 2022. His work focused on motorcycle development and vehicle construction, allowing him to gain practical experience in design and engineering. He also completed an Erasmus+ internship at Silberform Aktiengesellschaft from 2015 to 2016, further enhancing his skills in component design.
Military Service and Skills
Stefanos served in the Hellenic Army as an Infantry member from 2020 to 2021. This experience contributed to his organizational skills and ability to maintain checklists for daily activities. He is proficient in using CATIA V5 for designing and creating drawings of components and assemblies, which supports his engineering tasks in the automotive industry.