Klaus Merklein

Klaus Merklein currently serves as the Managing Director Sales and Chief Sales Officer at Trench Group, a position held since April 2024. Previously, Klaus Merklein was with Siemens Energy from October 2016 to April 2024, where responsibilities included Vice President of the Bushing Business with global P&L accountability, as well as Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Trench Group and HSP. Between June 2011 and September 2016, Klaus Merklein held multiple roles at Siemens, including Head of Country Strategies for Siemens Energy Management and Business Development for Smart Grid. Prior experience includes serving as Global Segment Manager for Wind and Automation and Product Manager & Team Leader for Automotive at Nexans from 2003 to 2011.