Ahmed Madyan
@ahmedmadyan
Senior automotive projects leader specializing in strategic partnerships.
GermanyWhat I'm looking for
I am a senior manager in the automotive industry with deep experience leading strategic projects and cross-company cooperations, currently at Volkswagen AG. I combine technical knowledge of vehicle systems with program management and leadership training to deliver aligned, quality-assured outcomes.
Over my career I have led projects across alliances and subsidiaries, managed driving assistance and diagnostic software efforts, and supported high-voltage battery prototype troubleshooting and production. I have a Master of Engineering in Automotive Service Technology and Processes and authored a master thesis on electric mobility.
I have completed multiple leadership and technical trainings including Volkswagen leadership programs, Microsoft Power Platform citizen developer training, automotive cybersecurity basics and Automotive SPICE & Safety. I routinely use tools such as DOORS, CANape, VW Jira/Confluence, ODIS and various ERP and diagnostic platforms.
I am fluent in German, English and Arabic and I seek opportunities where I can drive strategic projects, foster cross-organizational cooperation, and continue developing leadership and technical capabilities.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Manager Strategic Projects
Volkswagen AG
Oct 2020 - Present (5 years 8 months)
Supervised strategic projects and cooperations within the Ford–Volkswagen Alliance, ensuring alignment with quality assurance standards and driving cross-functional delivery.
Project Manager
EFS GmbH
Jul 2016 - Sep 2020 (4 years 2 months)
Managed driver assistance systems projects, controlling project costs, scope and quality to deliver automotive ADAS features for production programs.
Project Engineer
Volkswagen AG
Mar 2012 - Jun 2016 (4 years 3 months)
Managed requirements and releases for diagnostic software, led technical troubleshooting for high-voltage battery prototypes and oversaw production/procurement of Otto engine prototypes.
Intern
Volkswagen AG
Sep 2010 - Feb 2011 (5 months)
Authored a master thesis on electric mobility and supported research activities related to electric vehicle integration in the automotive value chain.
Scientific Assistant
Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences
Nov 2009 - Jun 2010 (7 months)
Supported the ASTP master's program and assisted in benchmarking and project work for vehicle diagnostics education and research.
Internship Technician
GAS
Sep 2005 - Feb 2006 (5 months)
Gained hands-on experience at an authorized Mercedes-Benz workshop performing service and repair tasks under supervision.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences
Master of Engineering, Automotive Service Technology and Processes
2009 - 2011
Grade: Good
Completed Master of Engineering in Automotive Service Technology and Processes (ASTP) with a thesis on electric mobility; final project grade: Good.
Minia University
Bachelor of Engineering, Automotive and Tractors Engineering
2000 - 2007
Grade: Excellent
Completed Bachelor of Engineering in Automotive and Tractors Engineering with a thesis on heavy duty vehicles; final project grade: Excellent.
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Location
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