Joris Dufils

Project Manager · Demcon High-Tech Systems

Leading high-tech mechatronic system projects across multiple domains, mainly in the semiconductor industry, from acquisition and concept definition through delivery of alpha-level machines.

• Leading multidisciplinary engineering teams of 5–20 engineers.
• Disciplines: mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, software, multiphysics and prototype engineering.
• Project control on scope, planning, cost, risks and stakeholder expectations.
• Improved project kick-offs with explicit focus on team dynamics, feedback culture, reflection and conflict handling.
• Active contribution to the development of the PM community and departmental vision.

Co-founder · Brainbow

Startup focused on social engineering: using technology to improve the lives of target groups and individuals.

• Development of a low-cost machine for medical-grade face masks made from recycled PET.
• Machine developed within one year during COVID and delivered to a community in Masaka, Uganda.
• Multiple projects for people with disabilities and social target groups.

Hybrid Teacher Engineering · Fontys University of Applied Sciences

Teaching role in engineering, through TMC. Coaching students in technical and project-based development.

Community & Project Manager · Eindhoven Engine

Built and grew a learning community around systems thinking, design thinking and agile innovation.

• Connected 50+ companies and 200+ participants.
• Stimulated collaboration across companies, disciplines and knowledge areas.
• Organized hackathons, workshops, knowledge-sharing sessions and personal development programs.

Project and Team Leader · TMC Entrepreneurial Lab

Led and coached international social innovation projects, including the development and deployment of a machine in Uganda producing face masks from 100% recycled plastic.

• Coaching international project teams.
• Projects combining social impact with technical realization.
• Initiative converting ghost fishing nets from Lake Victoria into sustainable products.

Project Manager / Team Leader · TNO

Project and team leadership in applied R&D, with projects in automotive, additive manufacturing, printed electronics, pharmaceuticals and medical devices.

• Selected for the TNO Talent Development Program.
• Team Leader Automotive: supported a new departmental structure, team building, policies, processes and coaching.
• Project Manager Automotive: projects in vehicle safety, test methodology and autonomous braking systems.
• Project Manager Additive Manufacturing / 3D Printing: R&D projects in printed electronics, pharma and medtech.
• Project manager in EU-funded consortia with external partners and internal engineering teams.
• Strengthened ownership, knowledge sharing and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

Biomedical Development Engineer · TMC / TNO

Start of career in technical R&D at TNO through TMC, with rapid growth toward project management and team leadership.