Egmont Semmler, PhD TÜV Süd

Dr. Egmont Semmler joined TUV SUD in 2019 as an expert in aseptic processing, sterilization and packaging with a strong focus on non-standardized applications in the medical device field and was appointed Team Lead Sterile Manufacturing in 2022.

Before joining TUV SUD, Egmont was Director R&D Pharmaceutical Processes for Groninger & Co. GmbH driving developments in machine vision and connectivity, advanced sensor solutions and gas plasma decontamination barrier systems for isolator syringe tub transfer. His responsibilities included strategic R&D, technology scouting and quality assurance of single-use aseptic filling components. As a technical advisor he held internal and external trainings on regulatory requirements, pharmaceutical processes and best practices in the aseptic fill & finish area.

Building on an experience of more than 10 years in the regulated pharma & life science sector he held different positions in technology transfer and science-to-business operations with a strong focus on medical and pharmaceutical applications, which also resulted in several patents.

He earned a PhD in Plasma Technology and holds a diploma in Electrical Engineering from Ruhr University Bochum.