Gerhard Eser

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Principal Expert Thermal Management / Innovation Thermal Management at Schaeffler

Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany

Overview

Gerhard Eser is a Principal Expert in Thermal Management at Schaeffler, specializing in innovative solutions for vehicle electrification. A Diplom-Ingenieur from OTH Regensburg, his career is focused on technology scouting and defining future requirements for powertrain systems. He is a recognized thought leader, frequently speaking at industry events.

His interests suggest a focus on the intersection of pioneering automotive technology and high-level business strategy. He follows industry leaders in both electric vehicle manufacturing and management consulting, indicating a passion for market-shaping innovations and efficient corporate strategy.

Unique fact: In 2024, he co-authored a technical paper on an integrated thermal management system for electric vehicles that utilizes natural refrigerants to avoid harmful PFAS chemicals.

Personality Overview

Value Driven

Curious

Assertive

They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince.  They are likely to ask many questions and look heavily for supporting information. They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.

Topics They Care About

EV Thermal Management
As a principal expert and frequent conference speaker, he focuses on optimizing thermal systems for electric vehicle performance, range, and fast-charging capabilities.
Sustainable Technologies
Co-authored a 2024 paper on using natural refrigerants like R290 in BEVs to address the planned EU ban on harmful PFAS substances, showing a focus on environmentally friendly solutions.
System-level Optimization
His work and conference participation emphasize creating integrated, efficient systems. He was a panellist on "Optimising Thermal Management at the System Level" in 2024.

Media Appearances

Gerhard has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2024
Principal Expert Thermal Management / Innovation Thermal Management at Schaeffler
10-2021 - 9-2024
Principal Expert Thermal Management / Head of Innovation Thermal Management at Vitesco Technologies
10-2019 - 9-2021
System Engineering Electrification and Thermal management / Group lead at Vitesco Technologies
1-2017 - 10-2019
System Engineering Electrification and Thermal management / Group lead at Continental
8-2012 - 12-2016
System Engineering Exhaust aftertreatment / Group lead at Continental

Education

1995 - 1999
Diplom-Ingenieur (FH) from OTH Regensburg

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Exp : 25 Location : Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany Job Level : Senior Designation : Principal Expert Thermal Management / Innovation Thermal Management at Schaeffler
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Insights For Selling To Gerhard

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be prepared for a lot of questions, answer them objectively
  • Help them realize that there is no personal risk in making this decision
  • Build rapport, it will come handy to handle hard questions later

DONT's

  • Avoid making offhand commitments
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Gerhard is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important to them, relationships will have some weightage.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Gerhard

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Gerhard move?

  • They like to perform full analysis and can take time to make any decision.
  • Can Gerhard take some risk or not?

  • They evaluate their decisions systematically and are less likely to take risks.

You And Gerhard

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