Mind Robotics Welcomes Doug Field as President to Drive Innovation at Rivian Partner

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe’s Mind Robotics Appoints Doug Field as President

In a groundbreaking move for Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe’s startup, Mind Robotics has announced the appointment of Doug Field as president. This development marks a significant milestone for the CEO’s secretive robotics project.

Field’s impressive background includes serving as a VP of special projects at Apple, where he led the company’s autonomous electric car initiative, Project Titan. He also held key roles at Tesla as chief vehicle engineer, overseeing the development of the Model 3 sedan. With a wealth of experience in the tech and automotive industries, Field brings invaluable expertise to Mind Robotics.

Mind Robotics, founded by Scaringe in 2025, is focused on creating “universally capable robots” for various applications, including deployment in Rivian’s factories. The startup has secured over $1 billion in funding and is committed to developing robots with advanced dexterity and physical reasoning for industrial tasks.

Scaringe expressed his enthusiasm for working with Field, highlighting the president’s track record of innovation and team leadership. The collaboration between Scaringe and Field is poised to drive Mind Robotics to new heights in the field of robotics.

Field’s arrival at Mind Robotics coincides with a pivotal moment in the robotics industry, characterized by rapid advancements in AI technology and challenges in hardware and software development. The company’s focus on developing cutting-edge robots for real-world applications underscores its commitment to innovation.

While Mind Robotics and Rivian maintain separate entities, they are closely intertwined through shared resources and collaborations. Leveraging AI data from Rivian and conducting initial tests in Rivian’s factories, Mind Robotics is well-positioned to revolutionize the robotics landscape.

Field expressed his eagerness to tackle the challenges of integrating AI and robotics, emphasizing the potential for groundbreaking advancements in the industry. His partnership with Scaringe at Mind Robotics signifies a commitment to redefining technological capabilities and driving innovation in American manufacturing.

Correction October 13th: Mind Robotics is a partner of Rivian, but not a spinoff. This article has been updated to clarify the relationship between the two companies.