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Tarik Kasbaoui

About Me

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Welcome to the official site of Tarik Kasbaoui – Senior Project Manager | Systems Engineering Leader | Cybersecurity Operational Technology (OT) Consultant | Digital Transformation Consultant. With over 15 years of international experience across the automotive, embedded, and industrial sectors, I specialize in driving innovation through integrated engineering, test management, and digital transformation.

Fluent in English, German, French, and Arabic, I guide multidisciplinary teams and lead projects from concept through production, with a focus on robust quality, strategic execution, and future-ready solutions.

Residence: Switzerland

My Services

Automotive & Mechatronic Systems Project Management

Full project lifecycle leadership across automotive, mobility, and industrial systems
Delivery of cross-domain programs involving powertrain, chassis, ADAS, telematics, and infotainment
Technical and commercial coordination across internal teams and global suppliers
Alignment with automotive standards and frameworks: IATF 16949, ISO 26262, ASPICE

Embedded & Systems Engineering

System architecture and integration of embedded hardware/software platforms
Design, validation, and deployment of mechatronic components, control units, and sensors
Collaboration with system, electrical, software, and manufacturing teams for series-ready solutions
Broad platform experience in automotive ECUs, connectivity units, battery systems, steering, braking, and vehicle control

Cyber Security & Operational Technology (OT)

OT system security and infrastructure assessments for industrial and automotive environments
Implementation of IAM, DLP, and secure access strategies (IEC 62443, ISO 27001, NIST)
Development of organizational policies for secure embedded system deployment and lifecycle
IBM-certified project guidance for compliance and defense-in-depth architecture

Cyber Security (Automotive)

Project & Stakeholder Management in Cybersecurity Programs
Automotive Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Analysis
In-Vehicle Network Security Audits
Embedded Systems & Firmware Security Testing
Cybersecurity Standards Compliance ConsultingThreat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA)
Toolchain Setup & Security Testing Automation

Quality & Test Management – Hardware & Software

Development and execution of comprehensive test strategies for HW and SW
Test automation, fault analysis, and traceability across the V-model and Agile environments
End-to-end coordination of HIL, SIL, DIL, and real-world testing activities
Quality gate management, risk-based testing, release readiness, and compliance tracking

Agile Program & Transformation Leadership

Program delivery using Agile, SAFe, and Scrum methodologies
Agile team facilitation and role-based leadership (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Release Manager)
Coaching of hybrid (hardware/software) teams in continuous delivery environments
Agile quality practices including CI/CD, test-driven development (TDD), and backlog grooming

Leadership, Coaching & Technical Sales

Leading international teams of engineers, testers, and specialists (up to 50 people)
Supporting business development, project acquisition, and technical presales
Development of RFQs, client-facing documentation, and solution presentations
Cross-cultural communication and strategic stakeholder engagement

Digital Innovation & AI Integration

Strategy and architecture for data-driven engineering and digital transformation
AI-assisted diagnostics, predictive maintenance, and process optimization
KPI dashboards and system monitoring using PowerBI, Python, and custom tools
Enablement of AI/ML in R&D and production environments

Clients

Testimonials

Mr. Kasbaoui took on full responsibility as the overall E/E Project Manager in a major international development program, demonstrating outstanding technical leadership and consistent delivery throughout the entire lifecycle — from acquisition to production support

Management, thyssenkrupp Presta AG

Management

Thanks to his deep technical knowledge and structured approach, Mr. Kasbaoui delivered consistently excellent results — even under high pressure. His solutions were always well-considered, innovative, and cost-effective.

Daimler / Deutsche ACCUMOTIVE

Head of Engineering

Tarik is a true bridge-builder between technology and business. With his interdisciplinary mindset and leadership skills, he advanced our projects not just technically, but strategically as well.

Mercedes-Benz Powertrain Projects

Vice President

Pricing

Personal Package

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Pricing based on project scope, duration, and complexity. Detailed offers upon request.

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Company Package

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Fun Facts

Every line of code and every project milestone had one thing in common: coffee. Lots of coffee.

🔋 Batteries I validated for Mercedes-Benz C- and S-Class EVs are still driving clean and silent through Berlin and Casablanca.

17 Countries Visited

✈️ Global Projects: Led and developed Iveco Daily projects in over 5 countries — engineering truly has no borders.

When I’m not engineering systems, I’m engineering goals on the pitch.

7 company Awards Won

🚍 Daimler Citaro buses with my EBS tuning are making smooth, low-emission stops across Europe — maybe even the one you're on!

📡 Bluetooth modules I developed are now connecting millions of devices... and still refusing to pair when you need them most.

Resume

Experience

2017 - Present

Senior Project Manager

Thyssenkrupp Presta, Liechtenstein

At thyssenkrupp Presta, I lead global E/E projects for steering systems like EPAS and Steer-by-Wire. I coordinate development, testing, and production with cross-functional teams, OEMs, and suppliers.

2014 - 2017

Engineering Lead

Mercedes Benz

I managed the development and testing of powertrain, chassis, and telematics systems for series vehicles like the E-Class, C-Class, S-Class, Citaro, and Travego. I coordinated cross-functional teams and ensured quality and compliance with OEM requirements.

2011 - 2014

Test Manager

Daimler Truck (Evobus)

I served as test manager for lithium-ion battery systems in electric vehicles. I was responsible for test planning, Test concepts and strategies over all levels from HIL/SIL till Vehicle and System Integration, coordination, validation, and fault analysis.

2006-2011

Telecom Test Engineer

Nokia, Deutschland

At Nokia, I tested embedded telecom systems by developing automated test cases, executing validation plans, and analyzing results. I supported software quality and collaborated closely with international R&D teams.

Education

2024 - 2025

MBA In Artifical Intelligence

St. Gallen, Switzerland

MBA in Artificial Intelligence, DBA Candidate.

CERTIFICATE

2006 - 2011

Master in Information technology and Electrical Engineering

University Bochum, Germany

Thesis: Mastering GPUs and parallel Programming with CUDA

Certificate

1997 - 2001

Master in Computer Science and Electronics

University Beni Mellal, Morocco

Thesis: Operational Technology Cybersecutity for an electricity power plant

Certificate

Skills

Systems & Engineering Knowledge

Systems Engineering
Automotive E/E (Electronic Control Units -ECUs, Sensors, Motors, Actuators, PCBs, Chips)
Powertrain, Chassis, Steering, Braking, Telematics
System Architecture & Integration
Test Management (HW & SW), HIL / SIL / DIL etc.
Risk-, Quality-, Safety-Management
Stakeholder, Customer and Supplier Management

Methodological Competencies

Project and Team-Management (Traditional & Agile)
V-Model, ASPICE, ISO 26262
Requirements Management & Claim Management
Agile Methods: Scrum, SAFe, Kanban
Lean & Six Sigma (Green Belt)

Cybersecurity (automotive)

Expertise in Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
Advanced Knowledge of Automotive Communication Protocols
Familiarity with Cybersecurity Standards and Compliance
Proficiency in Embedded Systems and Reverse Engineering
Hands-On Experience with Security Tools and Techniques
Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Abilities

Cybersecurity & OT (Operational Technology)

Identity Access Management (IAM)
Microsoft
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
IEC 62443, ISO 27001, NIST, SANS
IBM Cybersecurity Architecture & Auditingl

Tools & Technologies

Jira, HP Quality Center, DOORS
Microsoft Project, R-Plan, Confluence
HIL Platforms, Test Automation, CI/CD
CAN, FlexRay, MOST, and automotive Ethernet.
Azure DevOps
Purdue Modell, SCADA, SOCs, PLCs, RTUs. Samrt FIrewalls, Response Plans, forensic