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ALEKSANDAR ANDERCA

Colchester,UK

Summary

Senior Project Manager & Engineering Leader with a track record of scaling complex technical projects from TRL1 to TRL9 across deep-tech, agri-tech, and industrial innovation environments. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams — from software engineers to manufacturing operators — through full product and system lifecycle, from concept to commercial deployment. Specializes in bridging R&D and production by implementing lean transformation frameworks, cost-optimized design-to-manufacture strategies, and risk mitigation protocols. Adept at stakeholder management across investors, government agencies, and cross-border teams. Delivered over £10M in project value across Europe and the UK, with deep exposure to cutting-edge sectors including vertical farming, aerospace collaboration (NASA, AXIOM), and automated facility deployment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Production & Deployment Engineering Manager

Vertical Future
Bishop's Stortford, UK
09.2021 - 06.2025
  • Led multi-disciplinary projects from TRL1 to TRL9 across agri-tech and aerospace sectors
  • Managed £7M+ CAPEX programs including UKSA and NASA-linked initiatives
  • Delivered facility build-out 19% under budget within 16 months
  • Directed cross-functional teams including embedded software and systems engineering
  • Delivered £470K cost savings through modular design and manufacturing strategies

Project & Engineering Manager

Vertical Future
London, UK
10.2020 - 09.2021
  • Managed product development from TRL1–9 including hardware, software, and embedded systems
  • Achieved optimal project outcomes with meticulous planning and execution.
  • Reduced time-to-market by 43% via agile sprints
  • Created SOPs integrating compliance, QA, and design requirements
  • Aligned digital controls with production environments
  • Implemented quality control procedures to maintain high engineering standards.

Production Manager & Project Leader

Young & Woods Ltd
Harlow, UK
05.2017 - 10.2020
  • Oversaw hybrid design-manufacture projects with high-precision parts and embedded control systems
  • Saved £325K over 2 years via lean practices
  • Introduced OEE systems and real-time data dashboards
  • Interfaced with industrial clients for technical and commercial alignment

Production Shift Manager

Dconn Connection Technology
Bischofswiesen, Germany
08.2012 - 05.2017
  • Managed team of 20 including operators and technicians
  • Used Six Sigma and FMEA to improve tool reliability by 30%
  • Delivered over 20M units/year under ISO 16949 compliance
  • Led prototype development and tooling trials
  • Integrated APQP and customer quality requirements into manufacturing plans

Power Press Operator

CB Feinmechanick
Berchtesgaden, Germany
10.2009 - 08.2012
  • Achieved 40% productivity increase via process optimisation
  • Improved tool setup efficiency by 30% through redesigned storage and prep routines
  • Worked under ISO 9001 quality system
  • Developed new machine operation protocols to enhance uptime

Education

AGILE Project Management Course -

Project Management Academy
01/2025 -

Diploma of Higher Education: Management - undefined

Facultatea 'Dimitrie Cantemir'

Stanzerei & Werkzeugbau Certification (Feinmechanick) - undefined

TUV Sud

Bacalaureat Diploma: Sports - undefined

Liceul Sportiv 'Banatul'

Primary School - undefined

Nicolaus Lenau Lyzeum (German School)

Skills

  • TRL1–9 Product & Systems Development
  • Design for Manufacture (DfM)
  • Design for Assembly (DfA)
  • Public Grant Management
  • Cross-functional Leadership
  • Manufacturing Scale-Up
  • Facility Commissioning
  • CAPEX Project Strategy
  • ROI Optimization
  • Space & Vertical Farming Systems Engineering
  • Digital Twin
  • Simulation Integration
  • Lean Six Sigma
  • 5S
  • Kaizen Implementation
  • Client-Facing Delivery
  • Investor Engagement

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, University of Bedfordshire, 2021
  • 5S Management, Lean Six Sigma, 2020
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel, New Skills Academy, 2019
  • Site Management Safety Training Scheme, CITB, 2018

Languages

English
Romanian
German
Serbian

Personal Information

  • Nationality: Romanian
  • Work Permit: Yes

Timeline

Production & Deployment Engineering Manager

Vertical Future
09.2021 - 06.2025

Project & Engineering Manager

Vertical Future
10.2020 - 09.2021

Production Manager & Project Leader

Young & Woods Ltd
05.2017 - 10.2020

Production Shift Manager

Dconn Connection Technology
08.2012 - 05.2017

Power Press Operator

CB Feinmechanick
10.2009 - 08.2012

Diploma of Higher Education: Management - undefined

Facultatea 'Dimitrie Cantemir'

Stanzerei & Werkzeugbau Certification (Feinmechanick) - undefined

TUV Sud

Bacalaureat Diploma: Sports - undefined

Liceul Sportiv 'Banatul'

Primary School - undefined

Nicolaus Lenau Lyzeum (German School)

AGILE Project Management Course -

Project Management Academy
01/2025 -
ALEKSANDAR ANDERCA