Bashar Khasawneh

Accomplished Engineering Leader with over 20 years of expertise in power electronics and high-voltage battery systems. Renowned for driving innovation, leading large-scale projects, and optimizing product development cycles within top-tier automotive and electrification companies. Demonstrates strategic planning, talent development, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-performance, cost-efficient solutions.

In my recent role at Canoo, I led advanced battery systems projects, with significant leadership roles at Stellantis and Ford Motor Company. Possesses a profound understanding of safety, cost efficiency, and quality improvements across product development lifecycles, consistently achieving outstanding results and driving industry advancements.

An accomplished engineering leader with over 20 years of expertise in power electronics and high-voltage battery systems. Throughout a distinguished career, significant leadership roles have been held at top-tier automotive and electrification companies, including Canoo, Stellantis, and Ford Motor Company.

At Canoo, the design, validation, and release of high-voltage battery systems were led, with a key role played in optimizing manufacturing processes. Technical expertise and leadership skills resulted in cost savings and performance improvements.

At Stellantis, global teams were managed, the development and validation of Power Inverter Modules were directed, and standardized processes were implemented to enhance cross-functional efficiency.

During the tenure at Ford, contributions were made to the battery pack assembly design and commissioning for PHEV vehicles, ensuring high-quality manufacturing standards.

Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering Oakland University, Rochester, MI, August 2014

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering The University of Akron, Akron, OH, December 2002

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering