Daniel Ratner

About Daniel Ratner

I thrive on tackling \"zero-to-one\" ambitious projects, playing a key role in designing and developing the hardware needed to launch innovative technologies. My experience includes groundbreaking initiatives such as Google Street View, Google X Project Loon, Otto\'s self-driving big rig, and Nuro\'s zero-occupant delivery bot. Beyond prototyping, I also enjoy production-phase work, including low-voltage avionics at Joby and leading production bring-up efforts in Guangzhou, China, with MBA Polymers.I have a strong foundation in GD & T and am proficient in major CAD tools such as Catia 3DExperience (V6), NX, SolidWorks, Creo, and Matlab. Collaboration is central to my approach—I value thorough documentation and open communication to keep teams aligned and working efficiently. Outside of work, I enjoy playing music, writing, woodworking, and exploring the outdoors.

Experience

1. Principal Hardware Engineer

   Sauron

   Mar 2025 — Present

Education

• University of California, Berkeley

  Master of Science - MS, Materials Science and Engineering

  1998 — 2000

• University of California, Berkeley

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Materials Science and Engineering

  1996 — 1998

Skills

• Musician
• Pro Engineer
• California Licensed Contractor
• Aws Certified Welder
• Certified Arborist
• Engineering Management
• Autocad
• Project Management
• Solidworks
• Simulations
• Music Composer
• Rapid Prototyping
• Industrial Design
• Mechanical Engineering
• Product Development
• Materials Science