HOW CAN I DEVELOP
PERSONALLY AT WÖLFEL,
ANGELINA STÜRZENBERGER?

Angelina Stürzenberger is an HR Specialist at Wölfel. In this interview, she provides insights into application processes, talent development and other career opportunities within the company.

[Translate to English:] Porträt von Angelina Hofer

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How did you join the company, Angelina?

I've been working as an HR specialist at Wölfel for about two years now. I initially studied business administration for my Bachelor's and then specialized in human resource management for my Master's.

I saw the advertisement for a job at Wölfel and it really appealed to me because it was clear there would be a lot of autonomy and the opportunity to drive my own projects. And yes, now I am a very happy employee in the HR department. 

Usually, there are two rounds of interviews. First, we review the submitted application documents. That takes up to two weeks. If we think someone could be a good fit, we invite them to a first interview. This is very much about the person: Will they fit into our company? What are their strengths? What are they interested in? If that goes well, we schedule a second interview. That one is more detailed – we go deeper into the role, ask more specific questions, and discuss contract details. Our CEO, Mr. Pankoke, always takes part in the second interview because it’s particularly important to him to meet every new colleague personally.

 

We look for talents matching our company, rather than simply filling positions.If, for example, someone looks through the job ads and realizes there isn't a suitable position currently listed but they find Wölfel interesting as an employer, I really encourage them to submit an application. In fact, many of our current employees came to us that way. 

In the first conversation we then asked: What are your strengths? Which area excites you most? Based on that, we actually build the position around the candidate.

 

UNSOLICITED APPLICATION

[Translate to English:] Angelina Hofer am Arbeitsplatz

My recommendation: Submit complete documents. A clear and well-structured CV, ideally with task descriptions included. A cover letter is always welcome. And certificates are very helpful to give us an overview of an applicant’s skills and experiences.

[Translate to English:] Angelina Hofer mit Kolleginnen

If someone has questions - for example about unsolicited applications or how their degree might fit a position - we take the time to answer them. If you call us, you will reach my colleague Elke Gernert. She provides updates on the process or the current status of an application.

At Wölfel, you are not a number – you are a person. The work atmosphere here is very team oriented. Nobody works in isolation, we achieve things together. That sense of community really shapes our culture.

If problems arise, you will always find someone to talk to. To be surrounded by people you feel comfortable with, is especially important because we all spend plenty of time at work. And that’s why, in interviews, we pay a lot of attention to whether someone will fit in well with the team.

[Translate to English:] Firmengebäude in Höchberg

First and foremost, people who are genuinely interested in vibrations, structural mechanics and acoustics – that’s the foundation of our work. 

Beyond that, we look for people who can work independently, take responsibility and enjoy solving complex challenges. Of course, we also hire for commercial roles, but most of our colleagues come from STEM backgrounds: physicists, mechanical engineers or technicians. 

The spectrum is very broad – the key is a real interest in the field.

[Translate to English:] Angelina Hofer mit Kolleginnen

Even if a job ad says it’s only for Höchberg, I always encourage people to apply, no matter where they live. We look at each case individually. Sometimes people can’t relocate due to family reasons, for example. We then try to find solutions, and we've even established locations for employees who are a good fit. We're very committed to making it work. 

We are always happy to receive applications from career starters, and we hire many in a wide range of roles. What really matters is their interest in our field. 

When someone joins as a graduate or young professional, we assign them a buddy who supports them step by step as they enter project work – until they feel confident enough to take on more responsibility. We actively encourage and support that development.

Do your research – take a good look at Wölfel and our different divisions before applying. In your cover letter, let us know what interests you most. That makes a significant difference, because Wölfel is very diverse and it helps us to guide you to the right place. And yes – humor matters here at Wölfel, too!

 

[Translate to English:] Angelina Hofer am PC
[Translate to English:] Bild von Wölfel-Mitarbeitende aus Fotobox

Oh yes, definitely! Laughter is always part of our interviews, and it's very important to us. We always aim for a pleasant atmosphere because it's about getting to know each other and determining if we're a good fit.