Rui Xiao
About Rui Xiao
Rui Xiao serves as the Senior Director of Engineering at Microvast GmbH, where he has worked for over six years, currently based in Orlando, Florida. He has a strong background in electrical engineering and automation technology, with previous roles at Continental and AKASOL GmbH, focusing on electric vehicle battery systems.
Work at Microvast
Rui Xiao has held various engineering leadership roles at Microvast GmbH since 2016. He started as a Senior Project & Product Manager and progressed to Head of Project & Product Management EMEA from 2017 to 2019. In 2022, he became the Senior Director of Engineering, a position he currently holds in Orlando, Florida. His tenure at Microvast spans over six years, during which he has contributed to the development and management of advanced battery technologies.
Education and Expertise
Rui Xiao holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Electrical Engineering from Tongji University, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education at TU Darmstadt, earning a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Automation Technology (Electrical Engineering) from 2007 to 2011. His academic background provides a strong foundation in automation technology and electrical engineering, complemented by extensive experience in lithium-ion battery technology.
Background
Before joining Microvast, Rui Xiao worked at Continental from 2010 to 2011, focusing on electric vehicle battery systems in Regensburg, Germany. He later served as a Project Manager and System Engineer at AKASOL GmbH from 2012 to 2016 in Darmstadt. His diverse experience in the automotive and battery sectors has equipped him with significant project management skills and technical knowledge.
Achievements
Rui Xiao has made notable contributions in engineering leadership roles, particularly in the field of lithium-ion battery technology. His work at Microvast has involved overseeing various projects related to electric vehicle battery systems. His extensive experience in project management and engineering has positioned him as a key figure in advancing battery technology within the company.