Martin Viktorsson
About Martin Viktorsson
Martin Viktorsson is a Technology Specialist in Automation & PLCnext at Phoenix Contact, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in engineering and technology, with previous roles at companies such as Volvo, Tetra Pak, and Kollmorgen Automation.
Work at Phoenix
Martin Viktorsson has been employed at Phoenix Contact as a Technology Specialist, focusing on Automation and PLCnext since 2021. His role involves leveraging his expertise in automation technologies to enhance operational efficiencies. Based in Göteborg, Västra Götaland, he has contributed to various projects that align with the company's commitment to innovation in automation solutions.
Education and Expertise
Martin Viktorsson holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Systems Control and Mechatronics from Chalmers University of Technology, which he completed from 2013 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Automation and Mechatronics Engineering from the same institution between 2010 and 2013. Additionally, he studied Informatik at Technische Universität München as part of an exchange program from 2013 to 2014. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and automation technologies.
Professional Background
Prior to his current role, Martin Viktorsson gained diverse experience in the engineering field. He worked at Tetra Pak as an International Field Service Engineer for five years, where he developed practical skills in field operations. He also served as an Application Engineer at B&R Sverige for five years, focusing on automation solutions. His earlier roles include positions at Volvo Construction Equipment, Volvo Group Trucks Technology, and Kollmorgen Automation AB, where he honed his technical skills in various engineering capacities.
Internships and Early Career
Martin Viktorsson began his professional journey with an internship at Volvo Construction Equipment in 2013, where he spent three months in Shanghai, China. He later worked as a thesis worker at Volvo Group Trucks Technology for seven months in Göteborg, Sweden. His early career also includes a role as a conscript in Försvarsmakten as a Music Soldier, which provided him with unique experiences outside of engineering.