Dirk Schulte

Dirk Schulte is R&D Director, Advanced Engineering & Product Platforms for Valeo BRAIN, responsible for Driving Automation and Interior Experience related research and development activities in North America. He began his career with Valeo in 1999 and progressed through a variety of positions of increasing responsibility, starting in powertrain/electrical systems, and now focused on ADAS, driver assistance systems and cabin interior technologies for comfort and safety. During this time, Dirk spent 10 years in France, and 8 years in Brazil, deepening his understanding of automotive technology and global customer needs. Dirk has a passion for vehicle safety systems, automated driving technologies, and human-machine interface technology that makes driving safer and more enjoyable. He holds a Doctoral Degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Aachen (RWTH Aachen) in Germany and is based at the Valeo Technical Center in Troy, Mich.