Nathan M. O’Connor4003 9th Ave. (763) 331-2609 Anoka, MN 55303 lynx_42@hotmail.com

Mechanical Engineer Professional

A team spirited and performance driven engineering professional with an extraordinary blend of design and manufacturing industry knowledge. Recognized for keen ability to improve component designs, increase efficiency, and decrease the need for re-engineering. Ability to communicate and motivate team members to enhance strategic goals and bottom line objectives. Creative problem solving and troubleshooting skills complemented by meticulous and creative detail to drawings and specifications.

Technical Skills

Solid Works (CAD) Pro-Engineer (CAD) Engineering Standards Custom Clutch and Brake Design Matlab

Simulink Ansys, F.E.A. LabVIEW MS Office (i.e. Word, Excel) Hydraulic and Pneumatic Assembly

Experience

Nexen Group - Vadnais Heights, MNMechanical Engineer 2011 - Current

Perform, design and development duties in the area of existing Nexen products, i.e. clutches, brakes and torque limiters.

Design and implement custom products in a timely manner for customer requests. Improve existing designs and components for robustness and cost effectiveness. Use analytical and diagnostic skills to solve complex problems on a day to day basis. Stipulate testing criteria for varied situations and evaluate results. Create drawings and specifications for new and existing products and components. Work hand in hand with customers, sales and manufacturing to provide technical design support.

United States NavyCryptologic Technician Collection 1999 – 2003

A-232-0451-Intermediate level Communications Signal Analysis TS/SCI clearance based on an SSBI completed 22 Feb. 2000 by DONCAF, (expired 2005) Knowledgeable about communications theory, radio wave propagation, signal identification and analysis Experienced as a Naval Aircrew man Flew reconnaissance in the very early stages of operation enduring freedom

Circuit Check - Maple Grove, MNCircuit Board Test Fixture Assembler 1998 – 1999

Schematic reading (Mechanical, Electrical, Pneumatic) Mechanical, Electrical and Pneumatic Assembly

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, College of Science and Engineering - Minneapolis, MNBachelors of Mechanical Engineering Degree May 2011

Anoka Ramsey Community College - Coon Rapids, MNArea of Study: Pre-Engineering 2005 - 2008

United States Navy 1999 – 2003Naval Cryptology School - Pensacola, FLIntermediate Level Communications Signal AnalysisBasic Level Communications Signal Analysis

Alexandria Technical College - Alexandria, MNAssociate of Science Degree, Fluid Power May 1998