Paul Yetter
About Paul Yetter
Paul Yetter is the Manager of Exterior Systems at Nikola Motor Company, with extensive experience in engineering and project management across multiple companies.
Manager, Exterior Systems at Nikola Motor Company
Paul Yetter currently serves as the Manager of Exterior Systems at Nikola Motor Company. He has held this position since 2022, managing a team in Phoenix, Arizona. His role involves overseeing the design and development of external systems for vehicles, ensuring their functionality and durability. He aims to enhance collaboration among engineers and uphold rigorous quality standards.
Career at Nikola Motor Company
Before becoming the Manager of Exterior Systems, Paul Yetter held multiple positions at Nikola Motor Company. He was the Lead Engineer for Exteriors from 2021 to 2022, lasting 6 months, and served as a Senior Engineer for Closures in 2021 for 11 months. Each of these roles was based in Phoenix, Arizona, where he contributed significantly to the development and validation of vehicle exterior systems.
Previous Roles in Engineering and Project Management
Paul Yetter has a robust history of working in engineering and project management. He was Quality Program Manager at TPI Composites, Inc. in Scottsdale, Arizona, for 4 months in 2020-2021. Prior to that, he spent 3 years at Honeywell as a Senior Project Engineer in Phoenix, Arizona. His early career included extensive experience at General Motors, where he served in various roles such as Global Vehicle Senior Validation Engineer and Senior Project Engineer from 1989 to 2017. He also held a position as System Safety Engineer at ZF Group.
Educational Background in Engineering and Management
Paul Yetter has a solid educational background in engineering and management. He earned a Master of Science (MS) in Manufacturing Management from Kettering University and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from Oakland University. His formal education has equipped him with the technical knowledge and management skills essential for his diverse roles in product development and quality engineering.
Expertise in Product Development and Quality Engineering
Paul Yetter has significant expertise in product development, validation and verification, quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, and project management. His experience spans identifying product deficiencies and maintaining high quality standards. He has been successful in designing advanced hardware systems and developing advanced safety features. His approach often involves open communication to facilitate collaborative conversations and guide engineering teams effectively.