Ninni Hed, Senior Manager, Software & Electronics at BorgWarner Inc.

Behind the Power: Ninni Hed, Senior Manager, Software & Electronics at BorgWarner Inc.

In this episode of The Tech Connect, we sit down with Ninni Hed, Chief Engineer at BorgWarner, whose career journey spans mobile tech, IT infrastructure, and now electrification.

Ninni shares how she navigated major transitions; from coaching rival tech teams to leading global battery system strategy, all while creating calm in the chaos. She talks about the importance of curiosity, cross-discipline thinking, and why every engineering leader should "act like a duck."

We cover:

• Her 100-day rule for entering new roles
• Why AI and cost optimization are reshaping EV tech
• The overlooked power of listening in leadership
• How the auto industry is becoming the most exciting space for innovation

Whether you’re in engineering, leadership, or just curious about where the future of mobility is headed; this conversation will inspire you to think bigger.

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