WHAT IS THE WÖLFEL FAMILY,
CARLES COLOMER?

Carles Colomer is an engineer at Wölfel. Drawing on his own experience, he provides insights into life and work at Wölfel – at the Würzburg site and other locations, covering remote work, family friendliness, employee benefits, team spirit, and more.

[Translate to English:] Porträt von Carles Colomer

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Hello Carles, you're an engineer and the Head of Development at Monitoring Systems. How did your journey with Wölfel begin?

I had already spent a long time working in Germany, in Aachen, where I also completed my doctorate. My passion for science and my high work standards led me to look for a company that truly values an academic background and a science-oriented approach. 

That’s how I came across the job posting at Wölfel, which explicitly stated that a PhD would be an advantage. I applied right away, and it turned out to be a great choice with a smooth transition.

To me, that sense of family starts with our leadership. You never feel like someone is standing over you, whether from above or within the team. People’s well-being genuinely matters here. When tasks are assigned, it's not just about roles; real consideration is given to how someone is doing at that moment. In that way, it feels like a family

I find it extremely pleasant and very humane. People come first, and then work. It’s a place where you feel comfortable.

[Translate to English:] Carles Colomer und Kollege
[Translate to English:] Carles Colomer mit Fahrrad vor Firmengebäude

At Wölfel, everything revolves around family and I believe this stems from the founding family itself. You are frequently asked how new plans fit into your family life. 

When a business trip comes up, the first question is whether it aligns with your children's or partner's schedules. The freedom to work from home isn’t just a measure introduced during the pandemic – it’s rooted in trust and is still in place today. Wölfel naturally assumes that every employee has or may have a family. For me, being able to have breakfast and dinner with my children every day is a luxury, and not every job allows that.

Our core working hours are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., which is already quite flexible. You’re welcome to start early or stay late. We focus more on performance. If you need to take a half-day for an important appointment, just mark it in your calendar so that everyone knows. Beyond that, there is a big annual summer festival, which celebrates not only the company but also all families. 

We also have company bikes (Jobrad) and our own cafeteria. Each meal is subsidized by three euros, so you get very good food for a very reasonable price. 

There’s table tennis, great jogging paths nearby and even a woodworking workshop that some of our colleagues requested, so you can do some serious carpentry if you want! There’s more to discover than you might think!

We are organized into various WhatsApp groups based on interests. Our most popular activity is attending wine festivals together. Everyone makes time for that.

 

[Translate to English:] Gruppenbild Wölfel-Mitarbeitende bei Firmenlauf
[Translate to English:] Firmengebäude in Höchberg

I lived in a rental in Würzburg for four years before moving to the Franconian countryside with my family, so I know both sides. Würzburg is a wonderful city: vibrant, with a river, great weather, culinary diversity. You feel the university spirit everywhere. 

In the countryside, it’s great that distances are short and things are accessible. The region offers amazing food and wine culture, the Main River invites water sports like canoeing, and there are beautiful hiking trails. 

As someone from Spain, I’ve found here a lifestyle and climate that feel closest to home. It’s a very good place to live.

No (laughs). We’re a pretty international team. Franconian isn't commonly used in everyday life here. We mostly speak English since many of our colleagues are from abroad and our work is very tech-focused. I’ll leave Franconian for another time.