Daan Fokker
About Daan Fokker
Daan Fokker is a Mechanical Design Engineer with a Master of Science in Industrial Design Engineering from TU Delft. He has worked at Northvolt since 2018 and previously held various positions at Tesla, including internships in battery module engineering and field service engineering.
Work at Northvolt
Daan Fokker has been employed at Northvolt since 2018, serving as a Mechanical Design Engineer. In this role, he contributes to the design and development of innovative battery solutions. Northvolt focuses on sustainable battery manufacturing, aiming to support the transition to renewable energy. Fokker's expertise in mechanical design plays a crucial role in advancing the company's objectives in the energy sector.
Education and Expertise
Daan Fokker studied Industrial Design Engineering at TU Delft, where he completed his Master of Science degree. His studies spanned from 2006 to 2015, providing him with a strong foundation in design principles and engineering practices. This educational background equips him with the skills necessary for his current role in mechanical design, allowing him to effectively tackle complex engineering challenges.
Background in Tesla
Before joining Northvolt, Daan Fokker gained valuable experience at Tesla. He worked on his MSc thesis from 2014 to 2015, focusing on the drag sensitivity of a generic road vehicle shape in cross-wind flow. Additionally, he completed two internships at Tesla: one in Field Service Engineering from 2013 to 2014 and another in Battery Module Engineering in 2013. These roles provided him with practical insights into the automotive and energy sectors.
Professional Experience Timeline
Daan Fokker's professional experience includes a series of roles that have shaped his career in engineering. He began his internships at Tesla in 2013, where he worked in Battery Module Engineering and later in Field Service Engineering. His MSc thesis work at Tesla further solidified his expertise in vehicle dynamics. Since 2018, he has been contributing to Northvolt's mission as a Mechanical Design Engineer.