Thierry Aubert

Thierry Aubert is a Lecturer at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, within the School of Engineering and Architecture. He has taught in the Industrial Engineering - Innovation program and the MAS in Design Engineering since 2010. His expertise bridges engineering and industrial design, with a focus on translating technical concepts into innovative product solutions.

Aubert holds a Master of Arts in Integrated Design from Anhalt University of Applied Sciences (Germany) and a Diploma in Engineering (Automotive Technology) from Biel School of Engineering. His career includes founding Spirit Technology GmbH (specializing in industrial/vehicle design and engineering simulators) and leading vehicle/office chair development at Girsberger.

His research and teaching emphasize problem-solving methodologies, digital prototyping (3D printing, CAD/VR), and electromobility. Key areas include:

• Industrial design processes
• Integration of technology in design
• Hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) simulator development
• Product innovation strategies

Award recognition spans multiple prestigious design and innovation prizes:

• RedDot Design Awards
• iF Design Awards
• German Design Awards
• German Innovation Awards
• AIT Innovation Prize XXL

He supervises student theses and industry projects, leveraging his experience in accreditation processes and engineering-design interface challenges. His work at Spirit Technology GmbH continues to influence global engineering training and product development.