Egbert Stellinga
About Egbert Stellinga
Egbert Stellinga is a Product Manager for Device Connectivity at Phoenix Contact, with over 25 years of experience in connector technology. He has held various product management roles at TE Connectivity and possesses dual bachelor's degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration.
Current Role at Phoenix Contact
Egbert Stellinga serves as the Product Manager for Device Connectivity at Phoenix Contact, a company recognized for its expertise in connection and automation technology. In this role, he has been contributing to innovative solutions since 2021. His focus includes enhancing connectivity solutions across various sectors, such as traffic infrastructure, electromobility, clean water, sustainable energy, and energy-efficient machinery.
Previous Experience at TE Connectivity
Stellinga has extensive experience from his tenure at TE Connectivity, where he held multiple roles over a span of 15 years. He worked as a Product Manager for Rail Data Connectivity Products from 2016 to 2021 and as a Global Product Manager for Mobile I/O interconnections from 2007 to 2015. His responsibilities included product management and engineering, where he provided expert advice on connector applications across diverse markets.
Educational Background
Egbert Stellinga holds a dual bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration. He studied at Avans Hogeschool Tilburg, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Mechanical Engineering from 1988 to 1992 and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Technical Business Administration from 1995 to 1997. Additionally, he pursued further education in Product Management at TE Academie across various international locations from 2017 to 2020.
Professional Expertise
With over 25 years of experience in connector technology, Stellinga has developed a deep understanding of customer-oriented solutions in connectivity and electronic enclosures. His expertise spans various markets, including industry, communication, and rail, where he provides insights on selecting appropriate connectors for specific applications.
Early Career and Apprenticeship
Stellinga began his career as an Apprentice at Naaykens' Luchttechnische Apparatenbouw B.V. in 1992. He later worked as a Product Engineer at Ergon from 1994 to 1995. His early experiences laid the foundation for his extensive career in product management and engineering within the connectivity sector.