Erik Smit

Erik Smit is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in management and project leadership within the engineering and automation sectors. Currently serving as Manager in Techniek at CLAFIS Ingenieus and Teamleider Elektro & Industriële Automatisering a.i. at Koninklijke Verkade nv, Erik also operates as Directeur eigenaar at TIMSKIRE B.V., focusing on investments and interim management in the metal industry and machinery construction. Previous roles include Senior Project Manager at Royal Schiphol Group and various interim management positions at Babcock International Group, Tata Steel in Europe, and NTS-Group, as well as Project Manager at Schiphol. Erik has a strong academic background, holding degrees in mechanical engineering and business marketing, complemented by a certified professional program in complex change management.