Chris Wiak
About Chris Wiak
Chris Wiak serves as the Vice President of Engineering Systems at Northvolt, bringing extensive experience in engineering and project management from various roles at companies such as Continental and Gotion Inc.
Current Role at Northvolt
Chris Wiak serves as the Vice President of Engineering Systems at Northvolt, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering systems and ensuring the effective integration of engineering practices within the organization. His leadership contributes to Northvolt's mission of advancing sustainable battery production.
Previous Experience at Northvolt
Before his current role, Chris Wiak worked at Northvolt as Engineering Director from 2020 to 2022. During this time, he focused on engineering initiatives that supported the company's growth in the battery manufacturing sector. His experience in this position laid the groundwork for his advancement to Vice President.
Career at Continental
Chris Wiak has extensive experience at Continental, where he held multiple roles within the Hybrid Electric Vehicles Business Unit. He worked as a Technical Project Leader from 2006 to 2009, a Technical Project Manager from 2010 to 2011, and a Global Program Manager from 2012 to 2015. His work involved managing projects and programs that advanced hybrid electric vehicle technologies.
Experience at Gotion Inc.
From 2015 to 2020, Chris Wiak served as Director of R&D at Gotion Inc. in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this role, he led research and development efforts, contributing to innovations in battery technology and electric vehicle systems during his five-year tenure.
Educational Background
Chris Wiak studied at the University of Florida, where he earned a degree in Computer Engineering with a focus on Electrical Engineering from 1996 to 2001. He furthered his education at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, achieving an MBA with concentrations in Finance, International Business, Strategy & Management, and Entrepreneurship from 2006 to 2009.