Daryl L. Peterson

Daryl L. Peterson is Professor of the Practice and Managing Director of the Engineering Innovation Hub (EIH) at the University of Notre Dame's College of Engineering. He oversees the operational and strategic management of the EIH, fostering academic and industry engagement through cutting-edge technology programs. The EIH is located on the first floor of Cushing-Fitzpatrick Halls of Engineering and became operational in summer 2021.

Education:

• MBA, University of Chicago
• M.S., Operations Management, Kettering University
• M.S., Manufacturing Management, Kettering University
• B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Peterson brings over 20 years of industrial experience from Deere & Co., where he led global manufacturing programs, cross-functional teams, and initiatives in digital innovation. His expertise lies in integrating emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and additive manufacturing into engineering education and industrial practice. He founded Deere’s Enterprise Digital Capability Lab and a Manufacturing Leadership program to cultivate engineering talent.

His leadership emphasizes experiential learning, innovation ecosystems, and bridging the gap between academia and industry. The Engineering Innovation Hub under his direction supports these goals through hands-on programs, technology access, and collaborative projects.

Peterson has no listed scientific awards in the provided text.

While no formal advisees are listed, his role inherently involves mentoring students and developing future engineering leaders through the EIH and associated programs. He has led significant initiatives in workforce development and engineering education transformation.

He is actively involved in building the EIH as a multidisciplinary center for innovation, supporting both academic and industrial partners through outreach, technology deployment, and program coordination.