Ulf Schirmeister

Researcher
DISC Type : Cs

Director Engineering and Maintenance at Kernkraftwerk Gösgen-Däniken AG

Zurich, Switzerland

Overview

Ulf Schirmeister is the Director of Engineering and Maintenance at the Gösgen Nuclear Power Plant, where he oversees all mechanical operations to ensure safety and availability. His career includes leadership positions in gas turbine engineering at Ansaldo Energia, GE, and Alstom. He earned his Dr. -Ing. from the University of Stuttgart.

Ulfs recent online activity shows a strong focus on recruitment, emphasizing the need for precision, responsibility, and a mindset of getting work done correctly the first time. He has actively sought to fill specialized roles, such as crane technicians, to support the plants extensive maintenance requirements.

His doctoral research focused on the aerodynamic interaction of cooling and main flows in high-speed turbine stages.

Personality Overview

Self-Disciplined

Detail Oriented

Process Focused

They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end.  They are always well-planned and adopt a systematic approach. Being observant comes to them naturally.

Topics They Care About

Nuclear Plant Safety
As Director at Kernkraftwerk Gösgen, he is responsible for all mechanical aspects to achieve the highest levels of safety and plant availability.
Engineering Recruitment
Frequently posts job openings, seeking specialists like crane technicians and project planners with a mindset for precision and responsibility.
Gas Turbine Engineering
Has an extensive background leading gas turbine engineering departments for global service businesses at Ansaldo Energia and Alstom Power.

Media Appearances

Ulf has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2023
Director Engineering and Maintenance at Kernkraftwerk Gösgen-Däniken AG
7-2020 - 4-2023
Head of Engineering Execution at Ansaldo Energia
7-2016 - 7-2020
Head of Generation & Engineering at Ansaldo Energia Switzerland AG
7-2012 - 6-2016
Manager Technical Guarantees & Sales Support at GE Global Parts & Products GmbH
6-2009 - 6-2012
Groupleader Performance at Alstom Power

Education

1997 - 2002
Diplom-Ingenieur from University of Stuttgart
2002 - 2006
Dr.-Ing. from Universität Stuttgart, Institut für Luftfahrtantriebe

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Exp : 19 Location : Zurich, Switzerland Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director Engineering and Maintenance at Kernkraftwerk Gösgen-Däniken AG
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Insights For Selling To Ulf

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Share a one-off customer success story but keeps the focus on highlighting objective, numerical results
  • If they are not asking many questions, nudge them to ask questions rather than just starting to talk yourself
  • Use phrases like 'results based on data', 'measurable proof', 'X% growth' etc.

DONT's

  • Don't ask them to move fast, let them take their time and digest all the information
  • Do not sound overly eager, modulate your energy levels especially if you are generally enthusiastic
  • Avoid emotional and informal language, stay objective and to the point instead

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Ulf is

  • For them, low risk and acceptance by others are very important, followed by proof of ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Ulf

  • They don’t say no often, they push out the decisions or keep going around in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Ulf move?

  • They do not like to take decisions in a hurry, so they could be slow in making their mind up.
  • Can Ulf take some risk or not?

  • They are low on risk-appetite and prefer to make informed decisions.

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