Steven Thomas
About Steven Thomas
Steven Thomas is a Senior Powertrain Engineer at Nikola Motor Company, with a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in the automotive industry.
Current Position at Nikola Motor Company
Steven Thomas is currently serving as a Senior Powertrain Engineer at Nikola Motor Company. He began his tenure at Nikola in 2022 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona. In this role, he focuses on testing and designing e-axles specifically for class 8 vehicles. His expertise includes managing projects and coordinating cross-functional teams, providing critical support to the company's initiatives in electric vehicle engineering.
Previous Roles at Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Steven Thomas previously worked at Harley-Davidson Motor Company in various engineering roles. From 2021 to 2022, he served as a Design Engineer in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Prior to that, he held the position of Associate Design Engineer for three years from 2018 to 2021, also in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Additionally, Steven briefly worked as a Design Engineer in Wisconsin for three months in 2021. His responsibilities included designing motorcycle components and improving existing designs.
Engineering Experience at The Lubrizol Corporation
From 2016 to 2018, Steven Thomas gained valuable industry experience as a Mechanical Engineering Co-Op at The Lubrizol Corporation in Wickliffe, OH. In this role, he contributed to various mechanical engineering projects and supported the development of innovative solutions for the company's products.
Internship at H.C. Starck
Steven Thomas served as an Engineering Intern at H.C. Starck from 2015 to 2016 in Euclid, OH. During this time, he worked on engineering projects that provided him with hands-on experience and contributed to his foundational knowledge in the field of mechanical engineering.
Education at Cleveland State University
Steven Thomas attended Cleveland State University, where he studied Mechanical Engineering. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in 2018 after four years of study. His academic background provided him with the technical knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in engineering.