Behind the Wheel: Paolo Bargiacchi, Director of Electrification at Motion Applied (formerly McLaren Applied)

In this episode of The Tech Connect, Paolo Bargiacchi shares his journey through the automotive industry; from his early days at Jaguar Land Rover and Bentley to his current role at Motion (McLaren) Applied. With a passion for electrification and product management, Paolo offers insights into the evolving automotive landscape, the challenges of inverter optimization, and the future of charging infrastructure and micro mobility.

Listeners will gain insight into:

• Career progression across leading automotive brands
• The shift toward electrification and sustainable mobility
• The evolving role of product managers in tech-driven industries
• Challenges in inverter cost optimization and charging infrastructure
• How Formula Student helped launch Paolo’s career
• Advice for aspiring professionals entering automotive and tech
• Skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing market
• Current projects at Motion (McLaren) Applied and future opportunities

Whether you're an engineer, product manager, or automotive enthusiast, this episode delivers practical wisdom and forward-looking insights from a leader shaping the future of mobility.

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