Dr. Oliver Meier started his scientific career at Laser Zentrum Hannover (LZH) in 2001 after his diploma in mechanical engineering at the University of Hanover. In 2002, he became assistant to the board of directors until he was placed in charge of the group "Laser Joining" in 2004. In 2005, he received his PhD for a thesis on “Process integrated induction heat treatment during laser welding” and headed the department “Materials and Processes” at LZH between 2005 and March 2008. Since August 2007, he is owner and managing director of LASER on demand.