Greg Colvin - Senior Engineering / Program Leadership Roles

Summary

Senior systems and telematics leader with deep experience delivering connected vehicle platforms, edge data systems, and OEM-integrated solutions at scale. Proven track record leading cross-functional programs spanning hardware, embedded systems, cloud pipelines, and real-world deployment. Known for translating complex sensor data into actionable diagnostics and scalable products.

Overview

35

years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Engineering / Program Leadership Roles

Zonar Systems

01.2007 - 01.2025

Program Owner – EV Integration & Battery Data Systems
Led integration of electric vehicle platforms into telematics ecosystem, including battery management data collection and transmission
Designed and deployed data pipelines supporting Proterra battery warranty tracking and analytics
Enabled reliable capture of high-value EV telemetry under real-world fleet conditions
Bridged OEM systems, embedded hardware, and cloud infrastructure for end-to-end visibility
Program Owner – CARB Clean Truck Check (CTC)
Led development of telematics-based compliance platform aligned with CARB Clean Truck Check requirements
Defined system architecture for remote emissions and diagnostics data collection
Coordinated across regulatory, engineering, and partner teams to deliver scalable compliance solution
Positioned system for evolving regulatory frameworks and future adoption
Program Owner – Thomas Built Buses OEM Telematics
Led OEM telematics integration for Thomas Built Buses, delivering connected vehicle capabilities at production scale
Architected end-to-end system for vehicle data acquisition, transmission, and fleet insights
Partnered with OEM stakeholders to align hardware, firmware, and backend systems
Delivered production-ready solution supporting school bus fleet operations
Selected Prior Impact (Zonar)
Co-developed Virtual Technician with Daimler Trucks North America, enabling predictive diagnostics and actionable fault insights
Led factory integration of Zonar telematics across Freightliner and Western Star trucks starting in 2011, supporting OEM production-scale deployment
Introduced Android-based in-cab tablet solution for Freightliner Cascadia, enabling driver interaction with real-time diagnostics and telematics data
Established production-ready architecture for vehicle data capture, edge processing, and real-time transmission from assembly line to backend systems
Expanded OEM partnership through structured RFP → SOW pipeline, enabling ongoing feature development, program funding, and scalable billing model
Enabled fleet-scale rollout of connected diagnostics across newly manufactured vehicles

Engineering & Software Leadership

Zetec Inc.

01.1990 - 01.2007

Promoted to Software Development & Test Leader (1994–2003), leading development and validation efforts for inspection systems
Developed software for Eddynet data acquisition and analysis, supporting high-precision signal processing applications
Co-developed the S-9 Sondicator ultrasonic inspection system
Led cross-functional efforts spanning software, hardware integration, and test validation
Delivered reliable systems for industrial non-destructive testing environments

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physical Sciences - Physics

Washington State University

Pullman, WA

Skills

Solutions Engineering
Product Ownership
Product Management & Program Management
Product Technical Representation with Customers
System Architecture (Sensor → Edge → Cloud → Insight)
Telematics & Connected Vehicle Platforms

OEM Integration & Factory Deployment
Edge Processing & Diagnostics Systems
Cross-Functional Leadership (HW / SW / Test)
Regulatory & Compliance Systems (CARB, OBD)
Advanced Eddy Current Data Analytics

Websites

https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-colvin-a907a87/

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