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At Microtechnix, we combine deep expertise in pharmaceutical industry standards, cutting-edge imaging and automation technologies, and a strong understanding of microbiology QC lab requirements. Our team works collaboratively to drive your success, offering solutions designed for accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. We leverage our diverse backgrounds and hands-on experience to deliver tailored products and services that meet the highest standards. With a shared commitment to innovation and excellence, we are dedicated to helping your business achieve next-level performance in microbiology quality control and beyond.
Microtechnix is building a world-class team to transform microbiology QC in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Interested to join us? Reach out to jobs@microtechnix.com
Founder & CEO
Wouter Christiaens (CEO) founded MicroTechniX in 2013. With degrees in Naval Engineering, Software Engineering, System Analysis, and Sales Management, he combines technical depth with commercial experience. Before founding Microtechnix, Wouter spent over 20 years at Carl Zeiss Micro Imaging Belgium in development, sales, and support roles. He is passionate about creating practical solutions that integrate imaging and automation to solve real challenges in regulated lab environments.
Director of Sales
Niek Van Overberghe (Director of Sales) joined Microtechnix in 2024 to lead the market introduction of EMMA, a revolutionary device for microbial environmental monitoring. Niek combines degrees in Bio Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Business Administration and Sales Leadership with more than 10 years of experience in sales, leading the effective salesforce and general business administration at various companies, including MOLECUBES, Merck and Sigma-Aldrich.
Service manager
David Turco (Service Manager) joined Microtechnix in 2021 with a mission to deliver robust and compliant solutions that support the evolution of pharmaceutical microbiology, David ensures that EMMA systems are implemented and maintained to the highest standards. As Service Manager, he is responsible for overseeing system installation, qualification, and long-term performance in GMP-regulated environments. Prior to joining Microtechnix, David held various roles within the automation and imaging team at GSK Belgium, where he developed extensive experience in supporting critical systems within pharmaceutical operations.
Operations Manager
Arthur Mestdagh (Operations Manager) joined Microtechnix in 2024, bringing with him a background in architecture and a degree as a civil engineer-architect. With a strong foundation in precision, structural integrity, and quality standards, Arthur ensures that all EMMA instruments are manufactured in line with our technical and regulatory requirements. He is responsible for overseeing manufacturing operations and quality control, ensuring that each system delivered meets the expectations of our customers and the demands of GMP environments.
Field Service Engineer
Yvan Turco (Field Service Engineer) joined Microtechnix in 2022 as a Field Service Engineer, bringing with him a strong technical background and a commitment to delivering high-quality service. With prior experience in national field roles across Belgium, Yvan has developed a deep understanding of customer support, system maintenance, and technical troubleshooting in regulated environments. At Microtechnix, he has taken his expertise to the international level, supporting the global rollout of the EMMA platform. Known for his reliability and precision, Yvan shares the team’s dedication to quality—and when not in the field, he enjoys exploring his passion for fine Italian wine.
Software Engineer
Matthias (Software Engineer) joined Microtechnix in 2026, bringing extensive experience in software development and machine learning. He holds a Master of Science in Computer Science Engineering from Ghent University. Before joining Microtechnix, Matthias spent over seven years as a Machine Learning Engineer at Robovision, following an earlier software engineering role at Nokia. At Microtechnix, he contributes to the development of the EMMA software platform, helping translate complex technical requirements into reliable, practical solutions for pharmaceutical microbiology QC.
Customer Success Manager
Arne Vandemeulebroucke (Customer Success Manager) joined Microtechnix in 2026, bringing extensive experience in technical service, customer support, and imaging systems. Before joining Microtechnix, Arne spent over seven years at MOLECUBES, progressing from Service & Support Engineer to Technical Service & Support Manager, supporting the worldwide installation and maintenance of preclinical imaging systems. He subsequently held a Service Manager role at EPSI. At Microtechnix, Arne helps customers successfully adopt the EMMA platform, combining hands-on technical expertise with a practical understanding of customer needs to support implementation and long-term success.
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