Michael Palugod

Michael Palugod is an experienced engineering professional with a strong background in battery technology and electronics. Currently serving as the Production Engineering Manager at Rose Batteries since September 2020, Michael oversees the engineering needs for various battery types and develops custom testing equipment. Prior to this role, Michael held positions such as Senior Electrical and Test Engineer at Rose Batteries and Senior Battery Project Engineer at iTECH, demonstrating expertise in smart batteries and testing hardware. Earlier career roles include Engineering Manager at ARRIS, Senior Design Verification Test Engineer at Motorola, and Senior Digital Design Engineer at multiple companies, highlighting a comprehensive skill set in hardware design, development, and team leadership. Michael holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from San Jose State University and a Green Belt in Digital Six Sigma from Motorola University.