Florian Wehner
About Florian Wehner
Florian Wehner is a Senior Manager of Development Operations at Form Energy, Inc., where he manages the development of large batteries and promotes a culture of knowledge management. He has a background in mechanical engineering and business, co-founded Vectoflow, and has worked with notable multinational clients.
Work at Form Energy
Florian Wehner currently serves as Senior Manager of Development Operations at Form Energy, Inc., a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he manages development operations focused on optimizing the production and testing of large batteries. He previously worked as a Principal Mechanical Engineer in Systems Engineering at Form Energy from 2019 to 2021. His responsibilities include designing and automating processes to enhance team collaboration and efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Florian Wehner holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Collège des Ingénieurs, where he studied Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Finance, Strategy, Design Thinking, Human Resources, and Economics from 2013 to 2014. He also earned a Diploma (Dipl.-Ing.) in Mechanical Engineering from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), specializing in Product Development and Lightweight Design, from 2006 to 2013. His educational background combines technical and business knowledge, enabling him to effectively address customer-product fit.
Background
Florian Wehner has a diverse professional background, including significant roles in various organizations. He co-founded Vectoflow GmbH, where he served as Managing Director from 2014 to 2018, working on instrumentation projects with multinational clients such as GE, Siemens, and Toyota. He also held positions at KA-RaceIng e.V. as Team Manager and Head of Mechanical Design for Electric Vehicles. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Teaching Assistant at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology and as a Junior Consultant at Lufthansa Technik AG.
Achievements in Knowledge Management
Florian Wehner implemented a knowledge management culture at Form Energy by creating wikis that encompass over 10,000 pages. This initiative aims to enhance information sharing and collaboration within the organization. His focus on transparency and open knowledge reflects his commitment to fostering an environment that values continuous learning and improvement.
Language Proficiency and Skills
Florian Wehner is multilingual, speaking English, German, and Spanish. He possesses fluency in the languages of research, design, finance, coaching, data analysis, and IT. His ability to communicate effectively across multiple languages supports his work in diverse teams and enhances his problem-solving capabilities, particularly in collaborative environments.