Shino Xu
About Shino Xu
Shino Xu is a Program Management Lead at Joby Aviation, specializing in Powertrain and Electronics. With a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in program management across several leading technology companies, Xu has contributed to various projects in electric propulsion and environmental control.
Work at Joby Aviation
Shino Xu serves as the Program Management Lead for Powertrain and Electronics at Joby Aviation. In this role, Xu leads a team focused on the design and manufacturing of complex systems, including electric propulsion and environmental control. Xu has been with Joby Aviation since 2018, contributing to the company's advancements in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft technology.
Previous Experience at Tesla Motors
Shino Xu held multiple positions at Tesla Motors, starting as a Data Engineer from 2012 to 2014. Xu then transitioned to a Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer role for one year, followed by a position as Engineering Manager in Battery Test for seven months in 2018. Additionally, Xu worked as a Staff Test Engineer in Battery Manufacturing Engineering for eight months in 2017. These roles involved managing technical programs and overseeing testing processes related to battery systems.
Education and Expertise
Shino Xu holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Rochester. Xu also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mechanical Engineering and Automation from Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Xu has expertise in managing technical programs related to sensing, processing, and network hardware, as well as experience in the development of pilot inceptor systems.
Background in Engineering and Consulting
Shino Xu's early career included a role as a Motor Test engineer at Robert Bosch in 2008 and a brief stint as a Management Consultant at Roland Berger in Shanghai. Xu participated in the Engineering Management Development Program at Enerpac Tool Group from 2010 to 2012, gaining experience across multiple locations in New York, Washington, and Iowa. This diverse background laid a foundation for Xu's subsequent roles in program management and engineering.