Michael Herbst

Michael Herbst is a Research and Development Engineer at B&R Industrial Automation since April 2020, specializing in mechatronic systems and finite element-based simulation of electric motors using ANSYS Maxwell and FEMM. Prior experience includes part-time lecturer at WIFI der Wirtschaftskammer Wien, where course development focused on mathematical and electrical engineering fundamentals for vocational training, and conducting a diploma thesis at Technische Universität Wien, recognized with the Faculty Prize 2020. Additional roles involved engineering in measurement and automation technology at Stadt Wien's Lichttechniklabor, where responsibilities included radiometric spectral measurements and automation of standardized testing procedures. Michael Herbst has a strong foundation in engineering and technology, supported by internships in maintenance and safety management at Salzburg AG für Energie, Verkehr und Telekommunikation, and military service as a musician in the Austrian Armed Forces. Academic credentials include a degree from Technische Universität Wien and secondary education from HTBLuVA Salzburg.