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Career Story Michal Slonina

Michal has over 10 years of experience as an engineer, starting his career in automotive and railway engineering, where he worked for four years.

In 2020, he moved to the Netherlands and joined ACE as a Mechanical Engineer, to work in a more technically demanding and international engineering environment.

He is currently working at ACE Poland as a Mechanical Lead Engineer, leading a team of engineers within high‑tech machine development projects for the semiconductor industry.

GROWING WITHIN ACE

Since joining ACE, Michal has steadily expanded his responsibilities. Starting as a Mechanical Engineer, he progressed over the years to the role of Mechanical Lead Engineer, reflecting both his technical competence and leadership capabilities.

Today, he works on ASML projects, contributing to the development of high-tech EXE machines. In his current role, he leads a team of engineers, supporting them in their daily work while ensuring alignment on technical solutions and project objectives.

In the past year, he has returned to Poland and is now part of ACE Poznan, continuing his work within an international engineering environment.

LEARNING THROUGH COLLABORATION

A key factor in Michal’s development has been the opportunity to work alongside highly experienced engineers. Continuous collaboration and knowledge exchange have played a central role in expanding both his technical expertise and problem-solving approach.

Curious by nature, he has always sought to understand how systems work, asking questions and exploring solutions. Within ACE, he found an environment where knowledge sharing is actively encouraged and experienced colleagues are always willing to support others.

In addition to on-the-job learning, ACE has provided training programmes that have helped him further develop both technical competences and communication skills.

WORKING IN AN INTERNATIONAL ENGINEERING ENVIRONMENT

Throughout his time at ACE, Michal has collaborated with teams across Poland, the Netherlands, and Portugal. Regardless of location, he highlights the consistently high level of collaboration and support between teams.

Working with colleagues across different countries has shown that geographical distance is not a barrier. With the right tools and mindset, teams remain closely connected and able to effectively address technical challenges together.

Today, his team includes engineers from multiple ACE offices, and regular meetings provide space both for technical discussions and informal exchange, strengthening team collaboration.

KNOWLEDGE SHARING & ENGINEERING CULTURE

Knowledge sharing is a strong pillar within ACE. Internal resources such as engineering handbooks and the ACE Academy provide accessible and structured knowledge for employees, particularly within ASML projects.

These tools support faster onboarding and help engineers build expertise efficiently, while also creating a shared understanding across teams and locations.

LEADERSHIP & ENGINEERING APPROACH

One of the aspects Michal values most in his role is the opportunity to work closely with other engineers, whether through brainstorming sessions, technical discussions, or mentoring.

While he once relied on the support of more experienced colleagues, he now actively contributes by sharing his own knowledge and supporting less experienced engineers. His role as Lead Engineer allows him to combine technical work with team development.

He is particularly motivated by projects that involve designing new solutions from concept to implementation, where ideas are transformed into fully developed designs that meet customer requirements. Seeing a concept become a working solution is, for him, one of the most rewarding aspects of engineering.

 

BEYOND ENGINEERING

 

 

Outside of work, Michal enjoys activities that help him maintain balance and recharge. He reads fantasy and crime novels, goes jogging, and regularly hikes in the mountains with friends.

For him, time spent outdoors, especially in the mountains, provides a sense of calm and perspective. Reading, on the other hand, stimulates imagination and creativity, skills that also support his approach to problem-solving in engineering.

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