Benjamin Parker

Co-Founder & CPO at Lightship

Benjamin Parker has a diverse work experience in various industries. Benjamin is currently working at Lightship as a Co-Founder and CPO, where they focus on bringing RVs into the electric age. Prior to that, they co-founded and served as the CEO of Lightship.

Before their time at Lightship, Parker worked at Tesla as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, where they contributed to next generation technologies such as battery modules and vehicle body-supporting structural battery packs. Benjamin also held the role of Mechanical Design Engineer and worked as a Battery Engineering Design Intern during their time at Tesla.

Parker has also gained experience at Dartmouth Formula Racing, where they served as a Team Leader and led a university team in building open-wheel electric race cars for competitions. Benjamin achieved multiple accolades, including being a two-time titleholder for Best Electric Car and winning first place for a hybrid vehicle.

Additionally, Parker has interned at Tesla as a Battery Technology Intern and at Innovative Products and Equipment as an Engineering Intern. Benjamin also worked at Something Natural, Inc. in food service and delivery.

Overall, Benjamin Parker's work experience highlights their expertise in electric vehicle technology, mechanical design engineering, and leadership in university-based projects.

Benjamin Parker attended Nantucket High School from 2008 to 2012, although no degree or field of study is specified for this period. Benjamin then pursued higher education at Dartmouth College from 2012 to 2016, earning a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Engineering Sciences.

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Timeline

  • Co-Founder & CPO

    May 1, 2023 - present

  • Co-Founder & CEO

    May 1, 2020