Shen Zhang
About Shen Zhang
Shen Zhang is a Senior Motor Control Engineer at Joby Aviation, where he has worked since 2022. He has a strong academic background in Electrical Engineering, holding both a Master's and a PhD from Georgia Institute of Technology.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Shen Zhang serves as a Senior Motor Control Engineer at Joby Aviation, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing and optimizing motor control systems for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. His expertise contributes to the advancement of Joby Aviation's innovative aerial mobility solutions.
Previous Experience at Joby Aviation
Prior to his current role, Shen Zhang worked at Joby Aviation as a Motor Control Engineer from 2019 to 2021. During this time, he was involved in various projects related to motor control algorithms and system integration, enhancing the performance and reliability of the company's aircraft systems.
Education and Expertise
Shen Zhang completed his PhD in Electrical Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology from 2014 to 2019. He also earned a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the same institution between 2014 and 2017. His academic background provides a strong foundation in motor control and electrical systems, which he applies in his engineering roles.
Internship Experience
Shen Zhang has gained diverse internship experience throughout his career. He interned at Tesla Motors in 2016, where he contributed to projects in the San Francisco Bay Area. Additionally, he completed internships at Eaton Corporate Research & Technology in 2014 and the Institute of Electrical Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences in 2013, gaining valuable insights into research and development in electrical engineering.
Early Education
Shen Zhang completed his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering at Harbin Institute of Technology from 2010 to 2014. He also attended The High School Affiliated to Renmin University of China, where he graduated in 2010. This educational background laid the groundwork for his advanced studies and career in electrical engineering.