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Rick Szymczyk, MBA, P.Eng, B.Eng

Rick's headshot photo in the MAST.

Senior Research and Development Engineering Manager

Biography

Rick Szymczyk is a Senior Research and Development (R&D) Engineering Manager at ACE, responsible for guiding the development, integration and performance of electrical systems and software controls across the facility. 

In his role, Rick: 

  • Provides leadership to ACE’s engineering team to ensure ACE systems are functional, adaptable and aligned with evolving client needs.  
  • Supports clients and collaborators in preparing and validating technologies for market readiness through applied engineering expertise.  
  • Oversees the design, deployment and continuous improvement of electrical systems, including electric vehicle fast charging technologies and related innovations.  
  • Works to ensure seamless integration between electrical hardware, control systems and facility testing infrastructure.  
  • Contributes to advancing ACE’s technical capabilities by translating innovative concepts into practical, scalable engineering solutions.  

Rick brings extensive experience across manufacturing, design, energy and innovation through roles at General Motors, as well as in startup environments. His multidisciplinary background enables him to bridge engineering development with practical business and industry applications. He has been awarded multiple patents for his work in electrical systems and innovation. 

Rick is a licensed member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario, holding a bachelor's degree in engineering from Carleton University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Queen’s University.