Chris Mc Isaac
About Chris Mc Isaac
Chris Mc Isaac is a Product Manager (Technical) at Overleaf, with a background in mechanical and electrical engineering. He has previously held various engineering roles at Jaguar Land Rover and has experience in the aerospace sector with Airbus Group.
Work at Overleaf
Chris Mc Isaac has been employed at Overleaf as a Product Manager (Technical) since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and technical management, contributing to the company's mission of enhancing collaborative writing and publishing solutions. His experience in technical product management enables him to bridge the gap between engineering and user experience, ensuring that Overleaf's offerings meet the needs of its diverse user base.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Prior to his current role, Chris Mc Isaac accumulated extensive experience in the automotive and aerospace industries. He worked at Jaguar Land Rover in various capacities, including Automated Driving Graduate Engineer and Assisted & Automated Driving Attribute Development Engineer, from 2017 to 2021. His tenure at Jaguar Land Rover also included positions in ADAS Product Marketing and Chassis Electronics. Additionally, he briefly worked at Airbus Group as part of the Airnovation Summer Academy in 2016 and had an early experience at Schneider Electric in 2012.
Education and Expertise
Chris Mc Isaac has a solid educational foundation in engineering. He studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bristol, where he earned a Master’s degree (MEng) from 2013 to 2017. He also spent a year studying at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign as part of his degree. Furthering his education, he completed Masters Level Courses at the University of Warwick - WMG while working at Jaguar Land Rover from 2018 to 2021. His studies included a focus on Maths, Further Maths, Physics, and Economics at Alcester Grammar School from 2006 to 2013.
Background and Interests
Chris Mc Isaac has a background in mechanical and electrical engineering, which informs his professional roles and responsibilities. He resides in London and enjoys outdoor activities, pub quizzes, and a variety of sports. His diverse interests reflect a well-rounded personality that complements his technical expertise.