Viktor Lidke · Freelance Engineer
I’m Viktor Lidke, a graduate engineer with more than 15 years of experience in automotive ECU development. As a freelancer, I support your team in requirements engineering, embedded and model-based software development, and functional safety.
I turn clear, well-defined requirements into reliable software throughout the V-model development lifecycle. Available as an engineer within your team or in a technical lead role.
Clear, testable and traceable requirements – the foundation of every successful project.
Embedded software development in C and using model-based methods – from software architecture through to production code generation.
Standards-compliant development – with a focus on what really counts in the audit and in the vehicle.
Verified and validated software – from model-based development and test environments to in-vehicle testing.
Automating repetitive tasks, turning data into sound decisions – and presenting your business online with a modern website.
Taking technical ownership, coordinating teams and sharing knowledge.
A selection of the domains in which I have taken on responsibility. I supported every vehicle project from kickoff through to start of production.
The Electronic Chassis Platform (EFP, “Elektronische Fahrwerkplattform”) is the central chassis ECU in the Volkswagen Group (MLBevo / E3), used in vehicles such as the Porsche Cayenne. Responsible for configuring and integrating the Safety Runtime Environment (RTE) throughout the entire project – from the initial configuration to the production software baseline. Configuration and integration of the AUTOSAR basic software with EB tresos, implementation and assurance of the safety requirements per ISO 26262, and integration of the software components into the overall software.
Technical lead for model-based HMI software development throughout the V-model development lifecycle: requirements analysis and specification, modeling in MATLAB/Simulink, and code generation with TargetLink through to verification and validation.
Component lead engineer for the “ActuatorSupervision” component (ASIL D): defined system requirements, derived software requirements, implemented the software in C, and performed verification and validation together with the test management team. Previously model-based development of customer functions with MiL/SiL/PiL testing. Customers included JTEKT, MANDO, Volkswagen and Audi.
CAirS is Continental’s highly integrated air supply module (compressor, valve block and ECU in a single housing), in series production since 2018 – first in the Bentley Continental GT. Model-based development and integration of AUTOSAR application software with a focus on the Safety RTE. Defined the requirements for the “ServiceManager,” modeled components, generated and integrated code. Built a framework for the customer to standardize software development; HiL testing and in-vehicle testing. Customers included BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Honda and NIO.
Freelance engagement since July 2025: analysis and management of business requirements, development of automation solutions with Python and Excel, verification and validation, and stakeholder alignment to optimize data-driven processes.
Concept, design and development of modern, responsive websites: structure and content, design in line with your corporate identity, optimized for desktop and mobile, animations, and deployment to your hosting provider including SSL. Privacy-friendly with no cookies or tracking, including legal notice and privacy policy, with version control via Git and GitHub.
I’m an engineer based in Fulda, Germany, and for more than 15 years I have been developing safety-critical software for vehicles – from initial requirements through to in-vehicle testing. I have been working as a freelancer since July 2025, and since 2026 with my own website at engineerio.de.
I work in a structured and transparent way: clear requirements, clean interfaces and results that hold up in the audit and in the vehicle. I quickly get up to speed with existing processes and international teams – in German, English or Russian.
What drives me are complex systems that ultimately work reliably – and people who grow together along the way. That’s why I enjoy sharing my knowledge, whether as a mentor for junior developers or, in my free time, as youth director at my local soccer club. My standard: requirements everyone understands, software that demonstrably works, and a partnership you can rely on.
Model-based development of customer functions with MATLAB/Simulink and TargetLink.
Technical ownership of an ASIL D software component and technical lead for 5 developers.
Requirements, modeling and verification of the “ServiceManager” component through to vehicle testing.
Mechanical and electronics manufacturing, assembly and testing of level sensors.
Proven in series development – from requirements to vehicle testing.
Results from series development and continuous professional development.
Since 2021, I have been volunteering in youth soccer at Haimbacher SV in Fulda – as a coach, as youth director and as a member of the club’s board. It shows what I also bring to my projects: organization, clear structures and teams that work together effectively.
Youth director and board member for youth soccer since 03/2025, youth coach since 07/2021 – currently coaching the under-11 team.
Qualifications: DFB C coaching license · DFB Basic Coach · HFV youth coach certificate · DFB Basic Club Manager
Organizing the club’s largest youth event – most recently the 29th Autohaus Scheller Cup on May 24–25, 2026. Proceeds go to children’s projects of the Thomas Engel Foundation.
Excerpts from employer references and testimonials, translated from the original German.
Mr. Lidke was an outstanding top performer whose achievements always deserved our fullest recognition in every respect. He was the ideal employee.
His quick comprehension enabled Mr. Lidke to grasp even the most difficult situations immediately and always identify the heart of the matter.
In his dealings with our business partners, he always came across as confident and poised, with good negotiating skills.
Mr. Lidke was able to identify problems and independently find practical solutions for them. He always completed the tasks assigned to him to our complete satisfaction.
His leadership style is characterized by appreciation, reliability and leading by example. He recognizes individual strengths and potential for development early on and fosters them in a targeted way.
Mr. Lidke coordinated this major event with a strong sense of responsibility, excellent organizational skills and great personal commitment.
Straightforward, transparent and with a smooth and efficient project start.
You describe your goal, scope and timeline – free of charge and with no obligation, by phone or video call.
I estimate the effort and my role and prepare a clear proposal – on an hourly, daily or fixed-price basis.
Fast onboarding, regular check-ins and traceable results within your processes.
Documented results and knowledge transfer so your team can continue seamlessly.
Whether it’s requirements engineering, embedded and model-based software, functional safety, testing and validation, data analysis or a new website – briefly describe your needs, your timeline and the scope you have in mind. I’m also very interested in projects beyond these areas: I look forward to new challenges – in other industries, too. I usually get back to you personally within one business day.