Tom Zipprian
About Tom Zipprian
Tom Zipprian is a Platform Lead Engineer at Zero Motorcycles Inc., with over 10 years of experience in product development and manufacturing in the automotive and consumer goods sectors. He has held various engineering and design roles, including co-founding Aquapaw, LLC, and has expertise in multiple manufacturing methods.
Current Role as Platform Lead Engineer
Tom Zipprian currently serves as the Platform Lead Engineer at Zero Motorcycles Inc., a position he has held since 2020. Based in Scotts Valley, California, he has contributed to the development of innovative electric motorcycles. His role involves overseeing engineering projects and ensuring the integration of various systems within the motorcycle platform.
Previous Experience at Zero Motorcycles
Before his current role, Tom worked at Zero Motorcycles Inc. as a Mechanical Engineer from 2018 to 2020. During his two years in Santa Cruz, California, he focused on product development, contributing to the design and engineering of electric motorcycle components.
Background in Product Development and Manufacturing
Tom Zipprian has over 10 years of experience in product development and overseas manufacturing, primarily in the automotive and consumer goods industries. His expertise encompasses various manufacturing methods, including injection molding, die-casting, forging, stamping, and machining, which are essential for efficient production processes.
Education in Industrial Design
Tom studied at Virginia Tech, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design from 2002 to 2006. His education provided a solid foundation in design principles and practices, which he has applied throughout his career in various engineering and design roles.
Entrepreneurial Experience at Aquapaw and Diesel Moto
Tom co-founded Aquapaw, LLC, where he served as Director of Product from 2016 to 2019 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Additionally, he founded Diesel Moto, where he worked from 2008 to 2020. His entrepreneurial ventures reflect his commitment to innovation and product development in the consumer market.