Derek Sampson

Derek Sampson has a comprehensive work experience in the automotive industry. Derek is currently working as Senior Engineer for Diagnostics & Service at Harbinger since January 2023. Prior to that, they served as a Staff Validation Engineer and Senior Validation Engineer at Bird from April 2019 to January 2023. Before joining Bird, Derek worked as a Senior Service Engineer at Chanje from August 2017 to April 2019. Derek also gained experience as a Senior Test Engineer at Faraday Future from October 2015 to August 2017. Derek's earlier career includes roles such as Senior Service Engineer at Denso from August 2013 to October 2015, Supervisor and Vehicle Engineer at CODA Automotive from September 2010 to August 2013, and Senior Automotive Technician at Volkswagen from December 2004 to September 2010. Derek began their career as an Automotive Technician at Chrysler Jeep from December 1997 to December 2004, specializing in powertrain, driveability, and electrical systems. Overall, Derek has demonstrated hands-on expertise and technical knowledge throughout their career in various engineering and service roles within the automotive industry.

Derek Sampson has a diverse educational background. Derek first attended Santa Monica College from 1995 to 1997, where they studied Automotive Technology/Engineering. However, it is unclear whether they obtained a degree during this period. Later, from 2013 to 2015, Derek attended Arizona State University, where they pursued an Engineer's Degree in Engineering Management. In addition to their formal education, Derek has also obtained several certifications in the automotive industry. Derek is an ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician and holds an ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance Certified Technician certification. Derek is also certified as a California State Smog Technician and a Chrysler Gold Certified Technician. Furthermore, they have received certification from the Volkswagen Group of America as a Volkswagen Certified Technician.