Nils Heinen
About Nils Heinen
Nils Heinen is a Team Lead in Process Engineering at Northvolt, specializing in digitalization and smart technology. He has extensive experience in operational excellence and green battery cell production, having held various roles in companies such as Saurer Group and Siegwerk.
Work at Northvolt
Nils Heinen currently serves as Team Lead in Process Engineering at Northvolt, a company focused on sustainable battery production. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the development of green battery cell production and process development. His role involves overseeing engineering processes and implementing digitalization and smart technology within the organization. Northvolt is known for its commitment to sustainability and innovation in the energy sector, aligning with Heinen's expertise in operational excellence and Industry 4.0.
Previous Experience at Saurer Group
Before joining Northvolt, Nils Heinen worked at Saurer Group as the I4.0 & Operational Excellence Manager from 2018 to 2020. During his two years in China, he focused on integrating Industry 4.0 principles into the company's operations. His responsibilities included enhancing operational efficiency and implementing innovative technologies to improve production processes.
Experience at Siegwerk
Nils Heinen was employed at Siegwerk as the Global Technology Excellence Manager for a period of seven months in 2020. Based in Siegburg, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland, he contributed to the company's technology initiatives and operational strategies. His role involved driving excellence in technology and fostering improvements in production methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Nils Heinen holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Engineering from Fachhochschule Aachen, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education with a Master of Science in Business Engineering at the same institution from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he completed a semester abroad in Mechatronics and Business at Tennessee Technological University in 2013. His academic background supports his expertise in digitalization, smart technology, and green battery cell production.
Background in Operational Excellence
Nils Heinen has a strong background in operational excellence and Industry 4.0. His experience includes coordinating engineering processes and tools throughout the lifecycle of engine data sets. He is recognized for his ability to work effectively in intercultural teams and for promoting a startup culture within organizations. His diverse experiences across various industries have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of process engineering.