Francesco Spagnolo

Francesco Spagnolo is a skilled engineer with extensive experience in tire development and mechanical design. Currently serving as Group Coordinator and Consumer OE Tire Development Engineer at Bridgestone EMIA since July 2016, Francesco specializes in passenger and commercial tire development for the VW group. Prior to this role, Francesco completed a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering at the University of Rome "Tor Vergata," focusing on hybrid energy systems and smart grid optimization. Additional experience includes positions as Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at RADIO6ENSE, R&D Engineer at SER.ECO srl, and University Teams Coordinator for the Solar Decathlon, showcasing a strong background in mechanical design and project management. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the same university.