Zach Zezinka
About Zach Zezinka
Zach Zezinka is a Senior Engineer with extensive experience in mechanical engineering, particularly in design and controls, electric vehicles, and environmental sustainability. He has worked at notable organizations such as GE Aviation and Navistar Inc, and holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Work at Navistar
Zach Zezinka has been employed at Navistar Inc since 2017, initially serving as a Product Development Engineer for four years. In 2021, he advanced to the position of Senior Engineer. His role involves overseeing various engineering projects, including the development of advanced technologies in electric vehicles. Notably, he led the engineering team responsible for the HVAC system on the battery electric medium duty truck, which successfully launched in August 2021.
Education and Expertise
Zach Zezinka holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his education at Northern Illinois University, earning a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering in August 2021. His academic focus includes design and controls, thermofluid and electrical systems, and environmental sustainability, aligning with his professional interests in advanced technologies and electric vehicles.
Background
Zach Zezinka began his career with internships at GE Aviation, where he worked as a Systems Engineering Intern in 2016 and as a Materials and Process Engineering Intern in 2015. These experiences provided him with foundational knowledge in engineering principles and practices. He also contributed to research at The Ohio State University as an Honors Undergraduate Researcher in the Microsystems and Nanosystems Laboratory from 2015 to 2017.
Achievements
In August 2020, Zach Zezinka was granted a patent for an invention that enhances the energy efficiency of tractor-trailers. This achievement reflects his commitment to innovation and sustainability within the engineering field. His leadership in the engineering team for the HVAC system on the battery electric medium duty truck further demonstrates his capability in managing complex projects that contribute to advancements in electric vehicle technology.