Gregory Schade
About Gregory Schade
Gregory Schade serves as the Director of Vehicle Engineering and Performance Integration at Navistar Inc, a position he has held since 2013. He has extensive experience in various engineering roles at Navistar, contributing to vehicle dynamics and powertrain engineering over a career spanning nearly three decades.
Current Role at Navistar
Gregory Schade serves as the Director of Vehicle Engineering and Performance Integration at Navistar Inc. He has held this position since 2013, contributing to the company's vehicle engineering strategies and performance metrics. His role involves overseeing the integration of various engineering disciplines to enhance vehicle performance and compliance with industry standards. Schade's extensive experience in the automotive sector supports his leadership in this capacity.
Previous Positions at Navistar
Prior to his current role, Gregory Schade held several key positions at Navistar Inc. He was the Director of Powertrain Engineering from 2010 to 2013, where he focused on powertrain development and integration. Before that, he served as Chief Engineer of Vehicle Engineering from 2007 to 2010, managing engineering teams in both Fort Wayne, IN, and Pune, India. Schade also worked as Manager of Vehicle Dynamics and Suspension Validation from 2000 to 2005, contributing to vehicle performance assessments.
Education and Expertise
Gregory Schade earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) and Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) from the University of Miami, where he studied Alternate Fuels and Internal Combustion Engines. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in vehicle engineering and performance integration, particularly in the context of modern automotive technologies and sustainability.
Career Development at Navistar
Gregory Schade's career at Navistar spans over two decades, beginning as a Senior Development Engineer and Engineering Analyst from 1995 to 2000. He progressed through various managerial roles, including Manager of Vehicle Engineering from 2005 to 2007. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing vehicle engineering practices and enhancing vehicle performance through innovative engineering solutions.