Overview:
In this special PTR Perspective episode recorded live at CWIEME Berlin 2025, Saqib Saeed, Chief Product Officer at PTR Inc., sits down with two leading experts in the mobility space—Milosavljevic Misa, Innovation Project Leader at IFP Energies Nouvelles, and Vincent Mallard, R&D Manager at MOV’NTEC.
Together, they unpack some of the most pressing challenges shaping the future of electric mobility from advancements in power electronics and electric machine design to the complexities of system integration and production scalability. The discussion also explores how evolving customer needs are influencing innovation, and how companies are responding by integrating smarter, more adaptable solutions.
This is a must-listen episode for anyone navigating the fast-evolving e-mobility landscape, whether you’re an engineer, product developer, R&D leader, or mobility strategist, the insights shared here are both timely and actionable.
Speakers
Miša Milosavljević // Innovation Project Leader – IFPEN
Miša Milosavljević joined IFP Energies Nouvelles in 2012 where he occupied different positions as a System simulation engineer, powertrain engineer, and system architect mainly in relation to hybrid powertrains and turbochargers. Since 2018, Misa is an innovation projects leader in the field of electrical propulsion components and systems at IFPEN, including national and European collaborative projects. He has led multidisciplinary project teams for the development of electric powertrain concepts and products for mobility, such as HeSy Mobility with Mov’Ntec.
Vincent Mallard // R&D Manager – Mov’ntec
Vincent Mallard joined Mov’ntec in May 2023. His current position is R&D Manager, and he leads various programs, including national and European collaborative projects, focusing on E-motor and power electronics for light mobility. He occupied different positions as engineer and project manager in industry and automotive industry with a special focus on electric machines, power electronics and IA. He graduated with a Ph.D. in electrical engineering. Since April 2025, he has begun an Executive MBA at ESSEC Business School.
Saqib Saeed // Chief Product Officer – PTR Inc.
Saqib is a highly accomplished market research professional and a data storyteller in the international energy industry. With over a decade of experience in the field, he currently serves as the Chief Product Officer at PTR Inc. His expertise lies in the power grid and e-mobility equipment sectors. Saqib has overseen numerous global market research studies throughout his career and provided valuable insights to key decision-makers at various Fortune 500 companies. He is a member of the editorial board for Transformers Magazine and a member of the Advisory board of CWIEME Berlin and Middle East Energy. In addition to his market research career, Saqib has worked as an Electrical Engineer in the manufacturing sector.
