Mats Larsson
About Mats Larsson
Mats Larsson is a Lead Engineer in Electrical Discharge at Northvolt, with a strong background in physics and extensive experience in research and engineering roles across various institutions. He has held positions at Hitachi ABB Power Grids, ABB Corporate Research, and several universities, contributing to advancements in electrical engineering over his career.
Current Role at Northvolt
Mats Larsson serves as the Lead Engineer Electrical Discharge at Northvolt, a position he has held since 2022. His work is based in Västerås, Vastmanland County, Sweden. In this role, he focuses on electrical discharge processes, contributing to the company's efforts in battery technology and sustainable energy solutions.
Previous Experience at Hitachi ABB Power Grids
Prior to his current role, Mats Larsson worked at Hitachi ABB Power Grids as a Principal Scientist from 2020 to 2021. His tenure lasted one year and took place in Västerås, Vastmanland County, Sweden. During this time, he engaged in advanced research and development in the field of electrical engineering.
Academic Background and Research Positions
Mats Larsson has a strong academic background, having worked as a Research Associate and Postdoc at the University of Oregon from 2007 to 2010. He also held a Postdoc position at Linköping University from 2005 to 2007. His research during these years contributed to advancements in physics and engineering.
Education and Qualifications
Mats Larsson studied at Linköping University, where he earned a Master of Science in Physics from 1996 to 2000. He continued his studies at the same institution, achieving a PhD in Physics from 2000 to 2005. This educational foundation has supported his extensive career in electrical engineering and research.
Experience at ABB Corporate Research
From 2010 to 2020, Mats Larsson worked at ABB Corporate Research as a Principal Scientist. His decade-long experience in this role involved significant contributions to research and development projects, focusing on innovative solutions in electrical systems and technologies.