Hi, I'm Daniel 👋🏼

DANIEL SCOTT MITCHELL
Engineer, Entrepreneur, & Lifelong Learner
Who am I?
I'm an engineer, entrepreneur, and a lifelong learner.
I've helped to design and manage the launch of products like Rivian's electric delivery van for Amazon, the Tesla Model Y, and Formlabs’ Fuse 1 3D printer.
I have a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship, mechanical design, program management, balancing business & engineering needs, and launching products in fast-paced environments.
I am a maker (facio ergo sum) and I'm passionate about building the future. I'm mediocre chess player, amateur podcaster, and a ginger beer connoisseur. I am a proud ex-runner turned wannabe cyclist.
What am I up to?
I build cool stuff at Rivian, the Next Byte Podcast, Sold Stock and more.

Rivian - Program Management
Leading an engineering program that is building electric vans for Amazon and other commercial partners. Creating robust processes that wield $100Ms of budget, improved at-risk part containment by 9x, increased issue burndown velocity by 75%, and reduced reporting lags by 92%.

Tesla - Mechanical Engineering
Worked to launch Model Y. Helped develop Giga Press, which consolidated 79 rear underbody parts into the largest structural aluminum casting in automotive. Drove multimillion dollar savings via design & sourcing efforts, reducing the cost of the rear underbody by over 40%.

Patriot Green Fund - Chairman
Led a green impact investing fund with ~$1MM AUM and a thesis to fund sustainability-focused projects in the Northern VA area.

INF Robotics - Engineering & Business Development
Developed an award-winning robotic companion to supplement elder home care. Raised funds from venture capitalists and also forged strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 companies.
But wait, there's more! Just email me and I'll send you a proper resume with more details.
A look at some of the most interesting products and projects I've worked on thus far.
"There's always one more thing to learn."
-Steve Jobs
The ever-changing "shelf" of the books, podcasts, and newsletters that I'm learning from: