Topic: Microelectronics Ecosystem Forum: from research to industry through IPCEI
Dr. Petru Demian has extensive experience in electronics, software development, industrial engineering, special projects and facility management, as well as European-funded projects. He holds a Ph.D. in Electronics and Telecommunications from the Technical University of Timișoara and began his career in academia, teaching courses and laboratory classes in digital circuits, microcontrollers, and industrial testing. He later held several management positions at Continental Automotive Timișoara, where he contributed to software development, HW development, testing, production technologies, Industry 4.0 initiatives, energy-efficiency programs, and major infrastructure projects.
Since 2023, he has served as Head of AoT EU PM RO, transitioning to AUMOVIO România in September 2025 as part of the company’s transition from Continental Automotive. In this role, he coordinates the development and implementation of European-funded projects, including the IPCEI initiative, and supports the advancement of microelectronics capabilities through close collaboration with Romanian universities and industrial partners. His experience also includes managing EU-funded initiatives in areas such as Digital Twins, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV), while fostering stronger cooperation between industry and academia.
