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Sebastian Graf
Nürnberg,Bavaria
Summary
Bilingual (German/English) Operative Technical Manager and Team Leader with 10 years of service and over 5 years of international experience managing complex technical installations and supervising cross-functional teams. Adept at delivering innovative solutions in high-pressure environments and committed to exceptional client service across multiple continents.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Team Lead, Installation Department
Hüttinger Interactive Exhibitions
Schwaig, B. Nürnberg
02.2021 - Current
- Planned and directed international exhibit installations, ensuring precise resource planning and timely project delivery.
- Facilitated adaptive technical restructuring across high-stakes sites including Smithsonian (USA), Museu da Imagem e do Som (Brazil), and OliOli Doha (Qatar).
- Trained and supervised approximately 30 multi-disciplinary technician teams throughout years of service, whilst proactively developing necessary solutions to improve internal workflows and reduced installation downtime.
Site Manager
Hüttinger Interactive Exhibitions
Schwaig, B. Nürnberg
07.2020 - Current
- Coordinates end-to-end technical planning and execution for immersive, interactive science exhibits across Europe, Africa, and the Gulf region.
- Engineered a solution to a critical planning bottleneck, enabling the successful launch of Angola's first national science center, featuring 300+ exhibits.
- Reviewed and interpreted complex site schematics and 3D drawings; ensured strict compliance with safety protocols and client requirements.
- Managed subcontractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to project timelines and specifications.
Mechanical Engineer
Hüttinger Interactive Exhibitions
Schwaig, B. Nürnberg
11.2018 - 07.2020
- Assembled and maintained custom-built exhibit hardware; optimized mechanical reliability and durability through hands-on testing and iterative improvements.
- Diagnosed and resolved critical equipment issues on-site.
Education
B.Pro. - Technical Management
Chamber of Commerce and Industry Germany
09.2023 - Current
Project Planning & Management
University of Virginia (Darden School)
Assoc. - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Chamber of Crafts Nürnberg
09.2015 - 08.2018
Skills
Accomplishments
- Directed international exhibit installations with precise resource planning and timely delivery.
- Improved installation downtime through workflow improvements.
- Led installation of Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum exhibits with multilingual coordination.
- Delivered 300+ exhibit installations for Angola's first national science center solving a critical planning bottleneck.
Interests
Travel
Baking
Studying
Photography
Design/Artistry
Timeline
B.Pro. - Technical Management
Chamber of Commerce and Industry Germany
09.2023 - Current
Team Lead, Installation Department
Hüttinger Interactive Exhibitions
02.2021 - Current
Site Manager
Hüttinger Interactive Exhibitions
07.2020 - Current
Mechanical Engineer
Hüttinger Interactive Exhibitions
11.2018 - 07.2020
Assoc. - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Chamber of Crafts Nürnberg
09.2015 - 08.2018
Project Planning & Management
University of Virginia (Darden School)
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