Mitchell Riek
About Mitchell Riek
Mitchell Riek is a Senior Hardware Engineer at SPAN, where he applies his expertise in autonomy testing and electro-mechanical design. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and has previous experience at Caterpillar Inc. and Joby Aviation.
Current Role at SPAN
Mitchell Riek serves as a Senior Hardware Engineer at SPAN, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he applies his engineering expertise and leadership skills to develop hardware solutions. His work contributes to the company's mission of advancing technology in the energy sector. Riek's responsibilities include designing and validating hardware components, ensuring they meet performance and safety standards.
Education and Expertise
Mitchell Riek graduated from Carnegie Mellon University in 2018 with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. His education provided a strong foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current role. Riek possesses expertise in autonomy testing and electro-mechanical design, and he is proficient in engineering software such as SolidWorks, Creo, and Matlab. These skills enable him to effectively engage in complex engineering projects.
Professional Experience
Prior to joining SPAN, Mitchell Riek worked at Joby Aviation as a Test Engineer from 2020 to 2022. In this capacity, he focused on testing and validating aerospace technologies. Before that, he was employed at Caterpillar Inc. as a Testing and Validation Engineer from 2019 to 2020, where he contributed to the testing processes for heavy machinery. Riek also gained experience as an Engineering Intern at Caterpillar Inc. in 2018, further developing his engineering skills.
Previous Roles at Carnegie Mellon University
During his time at Carnegie Mellon University, Mitchell Riek held multiple positions that contributed to his development. He worked as a Lifeguard from 2016 to 2018, ensuring safety at campus facilities. Additionally, he served as a Housing Services Office Assistant, where he supported the administration of housing services. These roles provided him with valuable experience in teamwork and customer service.
High School Education
Mitchell Riek attended Bishop Alemany High School from 2011 to 2015. His high school education laid the groundwork for his future studies in engineering. The skills and knowledge he gained during this period contributed to his successful transition to higher education at Carnegie Mellon University.