Oliver Hoffmann
About Oliver Hoffmann
Oliver Hoffmann is the CTO of ThyssenKrupp Rasselstein GmbH with over 25 years of experience in the automotive and steel industries.
Current Position at ThyssenKrupp Rasselstein GmbH
Oliver Hoffmann is currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at ThyssenKrupp Rasselstein GmbH in Andernach. In his role, he oversees technological strategies and initiatives, ensuring the company's technological framework is aligned with industry standards and innovation trends. His leadership in this role is supported by a deep well of experience in technical management and engineering within the automotive and steel industries.
Previous Roles at thyssenkrupp Steel
Oliver Hoffmann worked at thyssenkrupp Steel for a cumulative 17 years. From 2006 to 2016, he held the role of Leiter Anwendungstechnik (Head of Application Technology) in Duisburg, focusing on application technology. Prior to that, from 1999 to 2006, he worked in Karosseriekonzepte + Technische Berechnungen (Body Concepts and Technical Calculations), where he honed his skills in vehicle technology and technical analysis. His tenure at thyssenkrupp Steel significantly contributed to his expertise in both technical and leadership capacities.
Experience at Delphi and Johnson Controls
Before his extensive tenure at thyssenkrupp Steel, Oliver Hoffmann worked as a Berechnungsingenieur (Calculation Engineer) at Delphi from 1997 to 1999 and at Johnson Controls from 1993 to 1997. These roles established his foundation in technical calculations and engineering, which later became pivotal in his leadership roles. His experience at these well-known companies set the stage for his future contributions to the automotive and steel industries.
Educational Background
Oliver Hoffmann studied Fahrzeugtechnik (Vehicle Technology) at RWTH Aachen University, earning his Diplom-Ingenieur degree. RWTH Aachen University is one of Germany’s leading technical universities, known for its strong emphasis on engineering and scientific disciplines. Hoffmann’s educational background played a crucial role in shaping his technical expertise and ability to lead complex engineering projects in his subsequent professional roles.
Expertise and Industry Experience
With over 25 years of experience, Oliver Hoffmann has a comprehensive background in the automotive and steel industries. His expertise spans vehicle technology, technical calculations, application technology, and body concepts. Having worked primarily in Duisburg, a significant industrial hub in Germany, he has developed a profound understanding of the industrial landscape. His career features a blend of hands-on engineering roles and strategic leadership positions, making him a seasoned professional in his field.