Dr. Stefan Jörres
About Dr. Stefan Jörres
Dr. Stefan Jörres is the Manager of Platform Innovation at PHOENIX CONTACT, where he coordinates innovation strategies and aligns development plans with technology and market needs. He has a background in electrical engineering and has held research positions at Universität Kassel.
Current Role at PHOENIX CONTACT
Dr. Stefan Jörres serves as the Manager Platform Innovation BA ICE at PHOENIX CONTACT since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring the synchronization of strategic development plans, focusing on technology, application, and market needs. He coordinates a holistic innovation strategy that aligns with the company's objectives. Additionally, he advances the international research and development network, contributing to the company's innovation management efforts.
Education and Qualifications
Dr. Stefan Jörres has a strong educational background in electrical engineering. He studied at Aachen University of Applied Sciences, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Elektrotechnik from 2011 to 2014. He furthered his studies at Cologne University of Applied Sciences, obtaining a Master of Science in Elektrotechnik from 2015 to 2016. Prior to his university education, he completed his training as an Elektroniker für Betriebstechnik at Westnetz GmbH, achieving the Facharbeiter IHK certification from 2007 to 2011.
Previous Experience at Universität Kassel
Before joining PHOENIX CONTACT, Dr. Stefan Jörres worked as a Research Associate at Universität Kassel from 2016 to 2020. During his four years in this role, he contributed to various research projects in the field of electrical engineering, gaining valuable experience that informed his later work in innovation management.
Expertise in Innovation Management
Dr. Stefan Jörres possesses expertise in innovation management, particularly in coordinating strategies that integrate technological advancements with market applications. His role at PHOENIX CONTACT involves not only managing innovation but also fostering collaboration within the international R&D network, which is essential for driving the company's growth in the technology sector.