Dirk Pantle

Dirk Pantle is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the automotive and energy systems industries. Currently serving as Director of Energy Systems Operations, as well as holding multiple director-level positions including Program Management and Product Management at Clarios since April 2019, Dirk has a strong background in managing global and EMEA operations. Prior experience at Johnson Controls from February 2005 to April 2019 includes roles in product management, marketing, and sales for brands such as VARTA and OPTIMA Batteries. Dirk's career began at Varta Autobatterie GmbH, where duties included managing key accounts in EMEA and Europe. Additional experience in South America as a Key Account Manager at Enertec do Brasil complements a robust sales and technical background originating from early positions in technical sales engineering. Dirk holds an Engineer's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences.