Applications and Advanced Engineering Director at Protean Electric
📍 Frensham, England, United Kingdom
Richard Ford is a visionary technical leader and the Applications and Advanced Engineering Director at Protean Electric. With a Ph. D. from the University of Cambridge, his expertise spans software, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, honed through leadership roles in advanced engineering and previously at McLaren Racing.
While at McLaren Racing, he was involved in designing the 2014 brake-by-wire system for Formula 1 cars.
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Experience
24 Years
Current Role
Applications and Advanced Engineering Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Frensham, England, United Kingdom
Personality Overview
How Richard shows up
Systematic
Value Seeker
Not Easily Convinced
They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They prefer to fully evaluate every situation.
Priorities
Topics Richard cares about
In-Wheel Motors
He is a public advocate and speaker on the benefits and applications of in-wheel motor technology for electric vehicles.
EV Powertrains
His career has progressed from leading powertrain projects at McLaren Racing to his current director role focusing on electric vehicle motor technology.
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Career
Work history
4-2025
Applications and Advanced Engineering Director
Protean Electric
3-2021 - 4-2025
Chief Engineer
Protean Electric
7-2018 - 3-2021
Vehicle Engineering and Controls Manager
Protean Electric
2-2016 - 1-2018
Principal Engineer
McLaren Racing
6-2005 - 2-2016
Team Leader Systems Engineering
McLaren Racing Ltd.
In the press
Media appearances
Chief Engineer, Richard Ford, presents at the 2025 Advanced E‑Motor Conference. Featured in Protean Electric
Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.
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