Lucas Rieckhoff
About Lucas Rieckhoff
Lucas Rieckhoff is a Senior Engineer specializing in Brake Systems at Karma Automotive, where he has worked since 2021 in Irvine, California. He has a background in mechanical engineering with experience at various companies, including Akebono Brake Corporation and StopTech.
Work at Karma Automotive
Lucas Rieckhoff has been employed at Karma Automotive since 2021, serving as a Senior Engineer in the Brake Systems department. His role involves the design, development, and testing of brake systems for automotive applications. Based in Irvine, California, Rieckhoff contributes to the company's commitment to innovation in electric vehicle technology.
Previous Experience in Brake Engineering
Before joining Karma Automotive, Lucas Rieckhoff worked at StopTech as a Product Application Engineer from 2018 to 2021. His responsibilities included applying engineering principles to develop and enhance brake products. Additionally, he held positions at Akebono Brake Corporation, where he served as a Mechanical Engineer and later as a Friction Test Engineer from 2016 to 2018, focusing on brake performance and testing.
Education and Expertise
Lucas Rieckhoff earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a focus on Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan College of Engineering. His studies spanned from 2012 to 2016, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices relevant to his career in brake systems.
Early Career Development
Rieckhoff's early career included an internship at C.L. Rieckhoff Co. Inc. in 2015, where he gained practical engineering experience for two months. He also worked as a General Laborer at the same company during the summers from 2012 to 2014, which helped him develop a strong work ethic and understanding of engineering operations.