Chad O'Brien

Chad O'Brien is an experienced engineering manager currently leading a team of over 45 employees in Base Operations Engineering at Zoox, focusing on Maintenance, Repair, Rework, Test Engineering, and Fleet Readiness. Prior to joining Zoox in April 2021, Chad O'Brien held various roles at General Motors from 2002 to 2021, including Technical Manager for Occupant Detection and Airbag Suppression Systems, where leadership was provided to a diverse team of engineers. Earlier positions included roles as Lead Electrical Engineer, Diagnostic Service Engineer, and Advance Service Engineer, emphasizing expertise in safety electronics, technical direction, and diagnostics. Chad O'Brien's career began at Chrysler Group LLC and includes experience as a Shop Foreman and Fleet Mechanic at Glacier Ridge Farms. Educational credentials encompass a Master of Business Administration from Walsh College and Bachelor and Associate degrees in Automotive Technology from Southern Illinois University and the College of DuPage, respectively.