Ari Illikainen is an experienced professional with a diverse background in engineering and management. Currently serving as a Project Manager, Laboratory Manager, and Development Engineer at SSAB since September 2014, Ari has also been the Managing Director of Part Boys Oy, which specializes in importing and selling performance and racing parts since September 2004. Previous experience includes IT Support Specialist at Raahen Tilitiimi Oy, Development and Maintenance Engineer, and Development Engineer at Ruukki from November 2007 to September 2014, and various roles at Suomen Intech Oy from June 2001 to November 2007. Ari holds a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and Telecommunications from Oulu University of Applied Sciences.