Steve Schaeffer

Steve Schaeffer is an experienced automotive and engineering professional with a diverse background in training, instruction, and technical support. Currently serving as an instructor at the BMW Performance Center since June 2015, Steve teaches various driving programs and clinics. Additionally, since February 2016, Steve has been a presenter for PUT ON THE BRAKES INC. Prior to these roles, Steve worked as a Chevrolet product trainer for GP Strategies Corporation, training salespeople on new car technology until March 2024. From January 2006 to October 2013, Steve operated as a self-employed automotive trainer and facilitator, conducting training nationwide. Other notable experiences include a sales engineer position at the Brad Thompson Company and project management at SuperGraphics, Inc. Steve's technical expertise is backed by a BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Washington and a certificate in Computer Network Technologies from North Seattle College.