Yaote Huang

Yaote (Mitchell) Huang, CSWE, PMP, is a seasoned Mechanical Engineering Manager at DMF Lighting since September 2023, with extensive experience in AI robotics research at Lean Garage since May 2017, focusing on machine learning projects using TensorFlow. Previously, Yaote held the position of Senior Mechanical Engineer at Ecosense Lighting from July 2017 to September 2023 and served as Mechanical Engineer III at Cree from November 2010 to April 2017, where responsibilities included leading the development of products from concept to mass production. Earlier career roles include Mechanical Design Engineer at DiCon Fiberoptics (September 2006 - October 2010) and DaTech (December 2003 - July 2004), emphasizing project definition, product specification, and hands-on design experience. Yaote’s career began with an internship at Live.com Inc. in 2000. Education includes a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan (2004-2006) and a Bachelor’s degree from National Chiao Tung University (1996-1999).