Marc Hünerbein graduated from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology in 2018. He now works for WILO SE.
Which company does she work for?
I work for the company WILO SE in Dortmund.
What is your job?
I am involved in the design and development of automated test benches. More specifically, I plan and program the software so that tests on test specimens, mainly pumps, can run autonomously. This includes developing a user interface, e.g. with LabVIEW or C#. I also take care of hardware controls for third-party devices. Designing digital controls is also one of my tasks.
What does your typical working day look like?
Due to the size and number of departments in the company, I spend around 20 percent of my time at conferences. I can organize my working day almost freely as long as the work packages are completed by the deadline. In addition to development, the packages also include the maintenance of existing systems. In the event of a fault, I or a colleague have to be on site to find the cause of the fault, whether hardware or software. I estimate that I spend about 80 percent of my working time in front of the PC.
What moments do you particularly appreciate in your job?
What I appreciate most is the development of new systems. Getting a few days to develop a control unit for a previously unknown or unused device and experiencing some initial failures is very exciting. It's all the nicer when it works in the end the way you hoped it would. My team colleagues are very open and helpful, which makes developing, discussing and implementing concepts a lot of fun.
What is your superpower?
I guess I don't really have a superpower. I would classify myself more as an average person. I tend to look at things critically and point out the possible negative effects. However, as you usually always work in a team and I consider myself to be a very good team player, the whole thing always balances out very well.
How did your career start go and what is your tip for our students?
As I was already working as a student trainee in the engineering sector during my studies, I was able to gain a lot of experience. I have my previous and current employer to thank for my time as a working student during my Master's degree. I was very lucky that I only had to write two applications to get a job. I would advise everyone during their studies to gain practical experience through a part-time job or a thesis.
What is your best memory from your time studying at Fachhochschule Dortmund?
I was never a party person and only went to a handful of parties during that time. However, I really enjoyed studying together with my fellow students. Even better, however, was the reward beer from the kiosk next door after the exam or the communal barbecue. The weather didn't matter. In conclusion, the internships with Mr. Runge and Mr. Aschendorf were very helpful. We made some mistakes that we will remember forever.
Further information:
WILO manufactures pumps in different areas, depending on the location. These range from domestic and heating pumps, waste water pumps and pressure boosting systems to room-filling water pumping systems. The company employs around 8,600 people worldwide, of which around 2,600 are based in Germany. Worldwide annual turnover is currently around 1,650 million euros. The company has been in existence since 1872 and is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year.
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