Jesse Baird

Jesse Baird is a highly experienced engineer currently serving as the Lead Control Systems Integration Engineer at Honeywell since September 2025. Prior to this role, Jesse worked at Nikola Corporation from June 2020 to May 2025, holding various positions including Staff Engineer and Lead Engineer in Vehicle Controls, focusing on electrical power train control algorithms. Jesse's earlier experience includes a role as a Software/Systems/Controls Engineer at CNH Industrial, where systems documentation and software development were key responsibilities. Additionally, Jesse gained foundational skills as an Engineering Intern at Blair Companies and as a Certified Computer Technician at Staples, enhancing business acumen and technical expertise. Jesse's career began in automotive maintenance and repair as an Automotive Technician at SEARS AUTO. Jesse holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology from Penn State Altoona.