Robert Miles
About Robert Miles
Robert Miles is a Senior Technical Program Manager with extensive experience in automotive systems, including infotainment, driver interfaces, and autonomous vehicle technology. He has held various engineering and management roles at companies such as Delphi, Aptiv, and Motional, and holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA.
Work at Motional
Robert Miles currently holds the position of Senior Technical Program Manager at Motional, where he has been employed since 2021. In addition to this role, he has also served as a Technical Program Manager at Motional since 2020. His responsibilities include overseeing technical programs related to autonomous vehicle technology, ensuring effective integration of complex systems, and managing cross-functional teams.
Previous Experience in Automotive Engineering
Prior to his current role, Robert Miles worked at Delphi, where he held multiple positions including Systems Engineer focusing on infotainment and driver interfaces, as well as Senior Vehicle Test Engineer. His tenure at Delphi spanned from 2015 to 2020, during which he gained extensive experience in vehicle testing and system integration. He also worked at Aptiv as a Technical Program Manager and Lead Vehicle Test Engineer, contributing to autonomous mobility projects.
Educational Background
Robert Miles has a solid educational foundation in engineering and business. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Merced, from 2012 to 2015. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Santa Clara University Leavey School of Business, completing his studies from 2020 to 2022. Additionally, he studied General Studies in Physical and Biological Sciences at El Camino College, where he achieved an Associates of Science from 2008 to 2012.
Expertise in Automotive Systems
Robert Miles possesses expertise in the cross-functional integration of complex hardware and software systems within the automotive sector. His experience includes sourcing, supply chain management, vendor management, and overseeing component lifecycles. He has worked extensively with infotainment and driver interface systems, as well as autonomous vehicle technology, contributing to critical testing and process improvements in these areas.
Internship Experience
Before his professional career, Robert Miles gained practical experience as an Undergrad Laboratory Technician Intern at MESA Lab, UC Merced, from 2014 to 2015. This internship provided him with hands-on experience in a laboratory setting, further enhancing his technical skills and understanding of engineering principles.