Scott Duncan
About Scott Duncan
Scott Duncan is the Sr. Director of Chassis Engineering & Vehicle Dynamics at Nikola Motor Company, with extensive experience in steering systems, cost reduction engineering, and outer body and exterior trim engineering.
Title
Scott Duncan holds the position of Sr. Director of Chassis Engineering & Vehicle Dynamics at Nikola Motor Company. His role comprises leading and overseeing chassis engineering and vehicle dynamics initiatives.
Company
Scott Duncan is currently employed by Nikola Motor Company, where he has taken on several key roles since 2020. The company, based in Phoenix, Arizona, is focused on pioneering solutions in the electric and hydrogen-fueled vehicle market.
Education and Expertise
Scott Duncan studied at Kettering University, earning a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) in 1998, and subsequently a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering. His educational background laid a strong foundation for his extensive experience in automotive and mechanical engineering, particularly in steering systems and vehicle dynamics.
Background
Scott Duncan has had a comprehensive career in the automotive industry. His roles have ranged from design responsibilities and project engineering at Chrysler, to cost reduction initiatives at PACCAR, and advanced steering system developments at Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems. With a career spanning over two decades, he has held significant roles in chassis and vehicle dynamics engineering at various renowned companies.
Achievements
Scott Duncan's proficiency in steering systems is demonstrated through his various leadership positions in this domain at Nikola Motor Company, Bendix, and Chrysler. His efforts in overseeing full-scale wind tunnel facilities at Chrysler highlight his expertise in aerodynamics. His tenure as a Global Product Manager at ZF Group involved advanced SCCM & Access systems, contributing to significant advancements in vehicle control technologies.