Michael Westphal
About Michael Westphal
Michael Westphal is a Field Service Engineer with extensive experience in electrical technology and management. He has worked for notable companies such as Accu-Sort Systems and Optel Group, specializing in serialization and track and trace solutions in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors.
Work at Optel Group
Michael Westphal has been employed at Optel Group as a Field Service Engineer since 2015. In this role, he is involved in Serialization and Track and Trace solutions, catering to both customers and OEMs. He has contributed to a team that focuses on making complex systems operational, ensuring that they function effectively within various environments. His expertise includes picture acquisition and processing for barcodes, 2D-codes, and OCR/OCV, particularly in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors.
Previous Experience
Before joining Optel Group, Michael Westphal worked at Accu-Sort Systems from 2005 to 2012, where he held the position of Head of Service Department and Service Engineer. His responsibilities included overseeing service operations in Kleinmachnow and throughout Europe. Additionally, he worked as a Helpdesk Analyst at NCR Corporation for a brief period in 2005 in Amsterdam. Earlier in his career, he served as a Field Electrician at Elektroprojekt und Anlagenbau Berlin (ELPRO) from 1980 to 1986.
Education and Expertise
Michael Westphal studied at HAW Ausbildungszentrum für Handel und Wirtschaft Berlin GmbH, where he achieved the Bachelor Professional of Electrical Technology and Management (CCI) from 2014 to 2015. He also completed the Ordinance on Aptitude of Instructors exam at Handwerkskammer Berlin in 2014. His educational background includes various studies in electronic technology, project management, and network technology, with certifications attained in each area.
Technical Specializations
Michael Westphal specializes in picture acquisition and processing technologies, focusing on barcodes, 2D-codes, and OCR/OCV systems. His work primarily supports the medical and pharmaceutical industries, where accurate tracking and serialization are critical. This specialization enables him to contribute effectively to the development and implementation of advanced tracking solutions.