Cristian embarked on his Siemens journey in 2003, where he became part of the Program and System Engineering program in Brasov. Initially, his role focused on enhancing collaboration among colleagues in Austria and primarily involved hardware development projects. While it differed from his current specialization in grid control, Cristian was enthusiastic about breaking new ground and gaining insights into project implementation. "I knew that this mission would be challenging, but exciting,” he reminisces.  

Cristian’s good work shaped his confidence, and after studying Siemens products used in grid operation, his primary desire was to bring value to the company. He didn’t want to disappoint and always kept high expectations of himself. That mindset brought him many opportunities – including becoming a trainer. 

At the time, Cristian was relatively inexperienced in the industry, and some may argue that placing someone with limited experience in front of a customer was a mistake. However, he had a solid theoretical foundation and the unwavering support of his mentor. Ultimately, this opportunity to present a project independently yielded successful outcomes. “I still remember that I couldn't sleep all night, but the session ended with positive feedback, and I continued to work with the client for a few more years,” he says. Moreover, this underscored the notion of supporting young talents in the technology industry.

Another challenging, yet unforgettable experience was Cristian’s first on-site activity in Ankara, Türkiye. This task required him to complete an entire commissioning of a transmission network application module by himself. Everyone in Ankara saw him as a Siemens expert who could solve their problems, but the collaborative team he had was what helped him with the task. He said the real experts were in Germany and Austria – the ones who supported him completely on his journey of becoming an expert like them." I learned a valuable lesson – that you have a greater chance of success if you can rely on your team."

The whole development and research, all in all, requires collaboration with various diverse teams – and that is also a very efficient and excellent opportunity for growth. The development projects are just like giant puzzles – “a giant puzzle that is being solved by several experts in the right teams and with the right know-how," he adds.

Cristian's wealth of experience has provided him with invaluable knowledge, specifically regarding the clients' desire to interact with professionals who possess a deep understanding of their technical language. Clients actively seek out individuals who possess the requisite expertise to effectively address their problems and fully comprehend their needs. As Cristian states: “you succeed when you understand the customer and gain their trust.” Gaining this trust necessitates a skill set that extends beyond development and engineering, requiring a steadfast dedication to adding value in every interaction.

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