As Chief Technical Officer for Schaeffler Americas, Jeff Hemphill leads the charge in advancing cutting-edge technologies across the automotive and industrial sectors. His focus spans electric vehicles (EVs), hydrogen propulsion, battery systems, and thermal management. He drives innovation that supports a more sustainable future.
With an impressive 39-year career that began as a machinist and evolved into executive leadership, Jeff brings unmatched depth and dedication to engineering excellence. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Akron and an Executive Certificate in Strategy and Innovation from MIT.
Jeff has spearheaded numerous research and development initiatives, particularly in electrification and hydrogen technologies. His leadership has helped position Schaeffler at the forefront of mobility transformation.
Beyond his corporate role, Jeff is a respected voice in the engineering community. He served as Automotive Vice President of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) from 2014 to 2016 and was elected President of SAE International in 2021. With over 80 patents to his name, Jeff’s inventive spirit continues to shape the future of transportation.
