Keith Beckstead
About Keith Beckstead
Keith Beckstead serves as the Director of EVSE Engineering at EVgo, a position he has held since 2021. With a background in electrical engineering and experience at several companies, including AeroVironment and Faraday Future, he has developed expertise in electric vehicle systems.
Current Role at EVgo
Keith Beckstead serves as the Director of EVSE Engineering at EVgo, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the engineering aspects related to Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE). His responsibilities include leading engineering teams, managing projects, and ensuring the development of efficient and reliable EV charging solutions. Beckstead's leadership is crucial in advancing EVgo's mission to provide accessible charging infrastructure.
Previous Experience at EVgo
Before becoming the Director of EVSE Engineering, Keith Beckstead worked at EVgo as a Senior EV Systems Engineer from 2018 to 2021. During his tenure, he contributed to the design and implementation of electric vehicle charging systems. His work focused on enhancing system performance and reliability, which supported EVgo's growth in the electric vehicle charging market.
Career Background in Engineering
Keith Beckstead has a diverse engineering background, having worked in various roles over the years. He was an Electrical Engineer at AeroVironment from 2009 to 2016, where he gained significant experience in electrical systems. Following this, he served as Principal Electrical Engineer at Faraday Future from 2016 to 2018. Earlier in his career, he worked at Enova Systems Inc and Magnetek, accumulating a total of over 15 years of experience in electrical engineering.
Education and Qualifications
Keith Beckstead studied at California State University-Northridge, where he developed foundational knowledge in engineering. His educational background supports his extensive career in electrical engineering and positions him well for his current leadership role in EVSE Engineering.