Nikola Hrgic
About Nikola Hrgic
Nikola Hrgic is a Mechanical Engineer II at Motional, where he designs hardware for robotaxis. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and has experience in CAD and project management.
Work at Motional
Nikola Hrgic has been employed at Motional as a Mechanical Engineer II since 2020. In this role, he contributes to the design of sensor brackets and other hardware for the company's next generation robotaxi. His work involves cross-departmental collaboration, which enhances team efficiency and project outcomes. Hrgic's experience in AGILE project management software aids in maintaining project quality and meeting deadlines.
Education and Expertise
Nikola Hrgic earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. His education provided a strong foundation in engineering principles, which he has applied in various roles throughout his career. Hrgic also has over four years of experience in CAD, allowing him to create detailed and precise engineering designs.
Background
Nikola Hrgic emigrated to Pittsburgh from Bosnia in 1998 as a refugee from the Yugoslav Civil War. He grew up in the South Hills area, less than five miles from his current workplace at Motional. Hrgic attended Baldwin High School from 2006 to 2010, where he developed a passion for cars that has influenced his career path.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Motional, Nikola Hrgic worked at Black Box Network Services as a Mechanical Project Engineer from 2014 to 2017. He also completed internships at QinetiQ North America in 2012 and 2013, where he gained practical experience in mechanical engineering. His internship in 2012 involved working with a company that built robots for bomb disposal.