George Joseph

George Joseph is a seasoned engineer specializing in Functional Safety with a strong background in the automotive industry. Currently serving as a Senior Engineer at Nikola Motor Company since August 2021, George oversees safety management for various systems, including Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Storage. Prior experience includes Functional Safety Engineer roles at CNH Industrial, where George led safety initiatives for multiple vehicle projects and autonomous vehicles, and as a Specialist Engineer at Teoresi Group, focusing on safety analysis and corrective actions. An early career as a Mechatronics and Controls Engineer Intern at Servotech Inc involved developing AUTOSAR compliant software, while initial engineering experience at Anu Industries encompassed project requirements and design for custom sheet metal components. George holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois Chicago and a Bachelor of Engineering from Anna University Chennai.