Title: Chief Engineering Director
Company: Battle Motors
Location: Flint, Michigan, United States
Scott Duncan, chief engineering director at Battle Motors, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Engineers for dedication, achievements and leadership in automotive advanced technology for engineering.
An esteemed figure in the automotive industry, Mr. Duncan currently excels as the chief engineering director at Battle Motors. With 25 years of experience to his credit, he has been instrumental in leading discussions on product strategy, sourcing components, and reviewing designs for future vehicle parts. Furthermore, Mr. Duncan’s expertise in automotive advanced technology for chassis components and significant contributions to his field has been widely recognized.
Prior to his current role, Mr. Duncan worked as a senior director of engineering at Nikola Corporation from 2022 to 2024. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in launching the industry’s first Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Class 8 for fuel cell-powered semi trucks in 2023, a milestone he regards with great pride. Before this position, Mr. Duncan was active at Nikola Corporation as a senior technical specialist from 2020 to 2021 and the director of engineering from 2021 to 2022.
Mr. Duncan began his storied career at The Ford Motor Company as an incoming quality engineer from 1997 to 1998. He then joined Chrysler, where he held various posts including as a steering column engineer from 1998 to 2006, a full-scale wind tunnel facilities engineer and supervisor from 2006 to 2009, a research and development supervisor from 2009 to 2010, and a design responsible engineering manager from 2010 to 2011. His journey continued at PACCAR as a project engineer from 2011 to 2014 and later as a senior project engineer until 2015. He subsequently found success as the global product manager at ZF Group from 2015 to 2017 before joining Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC as a principal engineer from 2018 to 2020.
Throughout his career, Mr. Duncan has obtained several patents, including one for a grinder system with a replaceable clay-embedded disc in 2014, a safety steering column for a motor vehicle in 2008, and a tilt steering wheel in 2003. His achievements have been recognized with accolades such as the Vice President’s Award from Chrysler LLC in 2003 and DaimlerChrysler in 2009.
To support his professional ambitions, Mr. Duncan pursued an education at Kettering University in Flint, Michigan, where he initially earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on automotive studies in 1998. He ultimately concluded his studies at the aforementioned university in 2016, graduating with a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Moreover, he notably acquired an engineer-in-training certification from the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying in 2000. His longevity and success has been attributed to the guidance of strong mentors, effective leadership, and his passion for engineering and cars.
In addition to his primary endeavors, Mr. Duncan has been actively involved with industry-related organizations such as the Society of Automotive Engineers since 1995. Likewise, he was previously a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. He also led a team in the Polar Adult Hockey League from 2006 to 2009.
Outside of his work, Mr. Duncan enjoys woodworking and playing ice hockey. He is dedicated to his family life with six children in a blended family ranging from ages twelve to twenty-four. Looking toward the future, Mr. Duncan hopes to see his work contribute toward renewable energy and environmentally friendly practices within the transportation industry.
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