Edward Eichstetter

CEO
EKU Power Drives

Edward Eichstetter is the CEO (U.S.) and Co-Founder of EKU Power Drives. For more than a decade, he has been at the forefront of electrification and automation in the oil & gas and power generation industries, turning service-world experience into high-impact products. He holds a Dipl.-Ing. in Electrical Engineering from Stuttgart University and the University of Connecticut, along with a Master’s in System Automation. Earlier in his career, Edward served as Chief Engineer on an electric race car project that achieved a Guinness World Record for acceleration. His leadership combines deep technical expertise with a strong focus on customer value, reliability, and measurable performance improvements. Today, he drives EKU’s global strategy, partnerships, and U.S. operations with a commitment to advancing innovation in energy solutions worldwide.