Tomas Swinnen

Director of Hardware Engineering @ RealWear

About

Versatile mechanical engineer with a passion for design and a track record of leading projects from prototype to mass production. Experienced in overseeing the entire development cycle, adept at solving complex challenges, and ensuring a smooth transition from concept to final product while driving innovation and operational efficiency.

Country

Switzerland

City

Lausanne

Industry

Computer Software

Skill

Hardware Development, Digital Hardware Design, Hardware Engineering, ODM, Management, ODM management, Mechanical Drawings, Prototyping, SAP Implementation, Production Management, Preventive Maintenance, Project Management, 3D Modeling, Maintenance Management, Manufacturing Processes, Quality Control, Production Processes, Production Planning, Production Operations, Organization Skills

Experience

Director of Hardware Engineering

RealWear

2024-11 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Berne, Switzerland

Leading the hardware development of the next generation Arc 3 AR wearable in collaboration with an ODM partner. Driving design execution, manufacturability, and cross-functional alignment to ensure scalable, high-quality production. Transitioned as part of Almer's acquisition by RealWear.

Product Development Manager

Almer Technologies

2023-3 - 2024-12 · 1 yr 10 mos

Berne, Switzerland

Led the end-to-end development of Arc 2, from initial concept to full-scale production. Spearheaded the design, prototyping, and testing phases, driving the project to the successful production of 1,000 units in less than a year. Managed cross-functional teams, optimized design for manufacturability, and resolved technical challenges to ensure timely delivery and product excellence.