Peter Hartman

Peter Hartman has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning over several companies and roles. Peter currently serves as the Vice President of Engineering at LiquidPiston, a company focused on developing high-efficiency and compact engines based on rotary internal combustion engine technology. In this role, they are involved in optimizing thermodynamic cycle, reducing costs, improving efficiency, increasing power-to-weight ratio, and minimizing noise in internal combustion engine power sources.

Prior to their current position, Peter worked at VIA Motors as the Executive Director of Engineering and later as the Senior Technical Advisor to the CEO. During their tenure at VIA Motors, they played a key role in growing the team from 35 to 120 employees. Peter also provided valuable advice to the CEO on various technical, business, financial, marketing, sales, and procurement issues.

Before joining VIA Motors, Peter served as a Business and Technical Executive Consultant at Technology, Engineering, and Business. In this role, they leveraged their 20+ years of experience in global product development to deliver technology and engineering strategies, enhance teams, and drive growth.

Peter also has a significant career history with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA). Peter held various leadership positions at FCA, including Head of Powertrain Strategy, Planning, and Competitive Intelligence, Vice Chairman of The Board at Hangzhou Haveco Automotive Transmission Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Chief Executive Officer of FCA R&D Shanghai, Head of Powertrain Engineering in the APAC Region, Director of Engine Platforms and Program Management, Senior Manager of Powertrain Controls, and Senior Manager of Base Engine Engineering. Throughout their time at FCA, Peter achieved notable accomplishments such as developing strategic technology plans, launching new transmissions, driving growth and profitability of the company's powertrain engineering division in Asia, and establishing and leading successful teams for engine platform development and program management.

Overall, Peter Hartman's work experience demonstrates their expertise in engineering, technical leadership, business consulting, and driving growth and innovation in the automotive industry.

Peter Hartman has a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) from the University of Michigan-Dearborn. Peter also holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from Clarkson University. However, the specific start and end years for these educational experiences are unknown.