Laurent Szymkowiak
About Laurent Szymkowiak
Laurent Szymkowiak is the CEO of thyssenkrupp System Engineering SAS in Ensisheim, France, with over 20 years of experience in the engineering and automation industry. He has held various senior management positions and has extensive international experience in France, China, and Germany.
Current Role as CEO at thyssenkrupp System Engineering SAS
Laurent Szymkowiak is currently the CEO of thyssenkrupp System Engineering SAS in Ensisheim, France. He has been leading the company since 2016. His extensive experience and leadership skills in the engineering and automation industry play a crucial role in guiding the company’s strategic direction.
Professional Experience at JEE Automation Equipment Co. Ltd.
From 2012 to 2016, Laurent Szymkowiak served as the Deputy Division Leader at JEE Automation Equipment Co., Ltd. in Hefei, Anhui, China. During his four-year tenure, he gained valuable international experience and contributed to significant projects in the automation sector.
Senior Management Roles in ThyssenKrupp
Laurent transitioned through various roles at ThyssenKrupp companies over more than a decade. He worked from 2010 to 2012 as a Senior Manager at ThyssenKrupp System Engineering (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. in Shanghai. Prior to that, he spent six years as a Project Manager at ThyssenKrupp Krause in Bremen, Germany. His roles showcased his commitment to the organization and highlighted his project management expertise.
Educational Background in Engineering
Laurent Szymkowiak holds a Master of Engineering degree specializing in automation and manufacturing from Université d'Artois, which he attended from 1997 to 1999. Before that, he studied Mathematics, Physics, and Mechanics at Lycée Jules Lebleu, earning his Classes Préparatoires from 1994 to 1997. He also completed his Baccalauréat E focusing on Mathematics and Mechanics at Lycée Carnot, Bruay-la-Buissières from 1992 to 1994.
Career Beginnings and Early Work Experience
Laurent's career started with multiple work placements, providing him early experience in both France and Germany. These include placements at DaimlerChrysler AG, Hochschule Bremen, and GEA Ergé Spirale. His first significant role was as a Mechanical Design Engineer at Schierholz GmbH, where he worked from 2001 to 2004.
International Experience and Career Transition
Throughout his career, Laurent Szymkowiak gained extensive international experience by working in France, China, and Germany. His roles ranged from Mechanical Design Engineer to senior management positions. He has over 20 years of experience in the engineering and automation industry, showcasing his ability to adapt and lead in various cultural and professional environments.