About – MagWerks Vision

A Leading Supplier of High Quality, Innovative Vehicular Lighting Solutions

About MagWerks Vision

MagWerks Vision is a pioneering vehicular lighting company based in Oxford, Michigan, dedicated to delivering innovative, high-quality lighting solutions tailored to the evolving needs of its customers. Specializing in ultra-lightweight, high-performance, and low-power-consumption lighting systems, the company leverages its patented magnesium and silicon technologies to create environmentally sustainable products that offer superior durability and cost-effectiveness. Founded by seasoned expert Michael Pickholz, MagWerks Vision stands out by providing application-specific designs that optimize performance while minimizing weight and engineering complexity, serving a diverse range of industries, including automotive, electric vehicles, and beyond.

Our Team

Michael Pickholz

President, CEO, and Founder

Michael Pickholz is the President, CEO and Founder of Magwerks Vision Systems. In his role, he is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the organization. Michael has over 30 years of experience in automotive interior and exterior lighting. He is an Award winning and accomplished Engineer with several patents granted. Michael has worked for several global lighting suppliers in various positions in North America and Europe. A member of the Board of Directors of Western Magnesium since 2017.

Steven Tregilgas

Director Advanced Optics and Engineering

Steve Tregillgas is responsible for Optical and Lighting systems design at Magwerks Vision Systems. Steve has over 35 years of expertise in automotive, aircraft and general Lighting Optical and Lighting systems design. Specializing in the development of custom LED optical systems since its initial implementation in automotive industry. Uniquely skilled in the application and development of optical silicone technology solutions.

Stephen Heup

VP Engineering and Program Management

Steve Heup is the Vice President of Engineering and Program Management for Magwerk Vision Systems. In this role, he is responsible for the leadership of the Engineering and Program Management teams and works closely with customers to develop new business opportunities and create customized solutions for their needs. He has over 30 years of product development and lighting automotive experience. Working for several lighting suppliers, leading programs in the US and overseas.

Location

MIchigan, USA

MagWerks Vision is strategically located in Oxford, Michigan, just an hour north of Detroit, the heart of the American automotive industry, allowing the company to tap into the region’s rich legacy of automotive innovation and expertise. This proximity to Detroit fosters close ties with industry leaders and facilitates collaboration on cutting-edge vehicular lighting solutions. Despite its Michigan roots, MagWerks Vision’s reach extends far beyond, providing high-performance, sustainable lighting products and services to customers across the globe, from automotive manufacturers to electric vehicle pioneers and other industries worldwide. patented magnesium and silicon technologies to create environmentally sustainable products that offer superior durability and cost-effectiveness. Founded by seasoned expert Michael Pickholz, MagWerks Vision stands out by providing application-specific designs that optimize performance while minimizing weight and engineering complexity, serving a diverse range of industries, including automotive, electric vehicles, and beyond.