Behind the Wheel: Mike Soumelidis, Director Advanced Engineering, GKN Automotive

Today, we are joined by Mike Soumelidis, the Director for Advanced Engineering at GKN Automotive.With a fascinating career which spans over two decades, Mike has been a key player at renowned automotive organisations such as McLaren Applied, AVL, Romax Technology, and FORD.At GKN Automotive, Mike leads a dynamic team of 40 professionals, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping strategies for growth and fostering innovation within electrification.In this episode, we'll explore Mike's unique career path, his views on the current challenges currently impacting the sector, as well as his advice for those starting out in the automotive industry.www.techne-talent.comThe Techne Connect Podcast 🎧Thank you for listening to Techne Connect! This podcast takes you inside the companies and conversations shaping the future of engineering.From space and defence to robotics, AI, clean energy, advanced manufacturing and next-generation mobility, each episode features the founders, engineers and technology leaders building tomorrow's world.Through candid discussions on innovation, leadership, product development and career journeys, the podcast uncovers the ideas, challenges and breakthroughs driving the world's fastest-moving industries. Whether you're an engineer, founder, investor or simply fascinated by emerging technology.Techne Connect offers a front-row seat to the people creating what's next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.