Nils Hofmann

Nils Hofmann is an accomplished engineering professional with extensive experience across various industries. Currently serving as the Director of Sustaining Engineering at GILLIG, Nils leads the Sustaining Engineering team while developing strategies to meet company objectives. Previously, Nils was the Director of Electric Vehicle Innovation at DIMAAG-AI, where responsibilities included leading the design of a prototype retrofitting platform. At Local Motors, Nils held dual roles as Director of Labs and Technical Partnerships and Head of Continuous Improvement, where successful initiatives included forging significant partnerships and enhancing operational efficiency. Nils's background at Mercedes-Benz spans multiple roles, including Development Engineer and Production Engineer, focusing on vehicle testing, production optimization, and cross-departmental collaboration. Nils holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, complemented by a solid foundation in sports and exercise science.