Benjamin Klimmek
About Benjamin Klimmek
Benjamin Klimmek is a Senior Project Manager at PHOENIX CONTACT, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in project management, particularly in coordinating interdisciplinary projects between the USA and Germany.
Work at PHOENIX CONTACT
Benjamin Klimmek has been employed at PHOENIX CONTACT since 2007, holding various positions over the years. He currently serves as a Senior Project Manager, a role he has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, he coordinates interdisciplinary projects between the regional business unit in the USA and the headquarters in Bad Pyrmont, Niedersachsen, Deutschland. His responsibilities include managing projects related to the VIP I/O-Marshalling Portfolio and EXi Signalconditioner within the BU INTERFACE Components. Prior to his current role, he served as a Project Lead from 2016 to 2017 and as a Senior Project Manager from 2017 to 2021.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Before joining PHOENIX CONTACT, Benjamin Klimmek worked at WEDECO AG Water Technology. He was a Projekteur from 2002 to 2005 and later became the Projektmanager der F&E from 2005 to 2007. His experience at WEDECO AG contributed to his project management skills and technical expertise. Additionally, he began his career at Weidmüller Deutschland as an Auszubildender from 1997 to 2001, where he gained foundational knowledge in the field.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin Klimmek studied at Felix-Fechenbach-Berufskolleg Detmold, where he focused on Automatisierungs- & Energietechnik. He achieved the qualification of Staatl. gepr. Elektrotechniker, completing his studies from 2001 to 2004. This educational background has equipped him with the technical skills necessary for his roles in project management and engineering.
Career Timeline
Benjamin Klimmek's career spans several years in project management and engineering roles. He began his professional journey as an Auszubildender at Weidmüller Deutschland from 1997 to 2001. He then transitioned to WEDECO AG Water Technology, where he worked until 2007. Following this, he joined PHOENIX CONTACT, where he has held multiple positions, culminating in his current role as Senior Project Manager since 2021.