Jan Pannier
About Jan Pannier
Jan Pannier is the Section Manager for Systems R&D in Electric Vehicle Test at NI (National Instruments) in Leuven, Belgium, with extensive experience in power electronics and management roles.
Current Role at National Instruments
Jan Pannier serves as the Section Manager for Systems R&D, Electric Vehicle Test at National Instruments (NI) in Leuven, Flemish Region, Belgium. In this capacity, he oversees a team of 24 reports, including 8 direct reports, located across Belgium and Germany. He is responsible for the power electronics R&D strategy, which includes managing the roadmap, setting priorities, handling the budget, fostering partnerships, and overseeing intellectual property. Additionally, he leads the development of state-of-the-art test systems for electric vehicle powertrain components.
Previous Experience at National Instruments
From 2019 to 2023, Jan Pannier held the position of Senior Manager for Systems R&D, Electric Vehicle Test at National Instruments (NI) in Leuven, Belgium. During his tenure as Senior Manager, he was involved in several key projects focusing on electric vehicle test systems. His work contributed significantly to the advancements in the field of electric vehicle testing and powertrain component development.
Career at Triphase N.V.
Before joining National Instruments, Jan Pannier was a key player at Triphase N.V., taking on the roles of Product Manager and Sales Engineer. As Product Manager from 2015 to 2018, he managed product development and strategy. Earlier, from 2011 to 2015, he served as a Sales Engineer, where he focused on promoting and selling advanced engineering solutions. His contributions were integral to Triphase's operations and product pipeline.
Educational Background
Jan Pannier has a robust educational background in engineering and management. He earned an MSc in Electromechanical Engineering from KU Leuven Faculty of Engineering Technology - Group T Leuven Campus (2009-2011) and a Bachelor in Electromechanics - Industrial Automation from KU Leuven Faculty of Engineering Technology - De Nayer Campus (2006-2009). Additionally, he completed several executive programs at EHSAL Management School and Vlerick Business School, focusing on project management, digital marketing and communication, and product management.
Technical Expertise and Responsibilities
Jan Pannier possesses technical expertise in power electronics, embedded software, model-based design and control, and ERP systems. His role at NI Leuven includes managing all operational aspects of the office as site leader. He is responsible for the strategic direction of the power electronics R&D, including developing roadmaps, setting project priorities, budgeting, establishing partnerships, and managing intellectual property. His technical and managerial skills contribute significantly to NI’s advancements in electric vehicle test systems.