Yi Zhai
About Yi Zhai
Yi Zhai is a Project Manager at Daimler AG, specializing in Android-based head unit platforms and user experience design. With over a decade of experience in the automotive industry, he oversees multiple projects and integrates advanced technologies into automotive systems.
Work at Daimler
Yi Zhai has been employed at Daimler AG since 2013, serving as a Project Manager for 11 years in Germany. Prior to this role, Zhai held several positions within the company, including Manager from 2011 to 2013 and Team Lead Manager from 2016 to 2017. Zhai also worked as an Assistant Manager from 2007 to 2008. In these roles, Zhai has overseen various projects and initiatives, contributing to the company's focus on innovation in automotive technology.
Education and Expertise
Yi Zhai's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Automotive Mechanics from Tianjin University, completed from 1997 to 2001. Zhai furthered education at Hochschule Esslingen - University of Applied Sciences from 2005 to 2007. Zhai also studied German at Technische Universität Chemnitz for one year in 2004-2005. Additionally, Zhai pursued Project Management studies at the Project Management Institute from 2012 to 2013. This diverse educational background supports Zhai's specialization in Android-based next-generation head unit platforms and speech dialogue systems in automotive technology.
Background
Before joining Daimler AG, Yi Zhai worked at Beijing Mercedes-Benz Sales Service Co. Ltd as a Project Manager from 2009 to 2011. Zhai's early career included a position as an Engineer at FAW-Volkswagen from 2001 to 2004 in Changchun, Jilin, China. This combination of experiences in both project management and engineering has provided Zhai with a comprehensive understanding of the automotive industry.
Achievements
In the role of Project Manager at Daimler AG, Yi Zhai oversees significant projects such as CNS 3.0, ICAS, and EBO, ensuring that high-level deliverables are met across various practices. Zhai also leads the VW-Mobvoi project, which focuses on integrating advanced technologies into automotive systems. These responsibilities highlight Zhai's expertise in managing complex projects within the automotive sector.