Nathaniel Sims

Email: abpb2f@r.postjobfree.com

Address: **** ****** **. *.*.

City: Washington

State: DC

Zip: 20012

Country: USA

Phone: 202-***-****

Skill Level: Assistant

Salary Range: $70,000

Willing to Relocate

Primary Skills/Experience:

See Resume

Educational Background:

See Resume

Job History / Details:

Nathaniel A. Sims

1912 Spruce Dr. N.W., Washington, D.C. 20012

(202) 607 - 1123 (Cell)

abpb2f@r.postjobfree.com

Education: Howard University, Washington, DC

12/2012 Candidate for B.S. in Electrical Engineering,

Computer Operating Systems/ Platforms

Skills: Linux, Intel x86, MATLAB, Arduino, FPGA, Microsoft Visual Studios, MS-DOS, Micro Station, P-Spice, NEPLAN

Language Code

LC-3, C, C++, VHDL

Associations/ Leaderships:

3/2005- Eagle Scout of the Boy Scouts of America

Present Mentor and guide youth scouts to prepare them for Eagle Scout

3/2004- Scout Guide

Present Represent Troop 24 in important tests of survival and leadership skills

Experience: Howard University REU Motion Control and Drives Laboratory &

8/2011- Alternative Energy Application, Washington, DC

6/2012

* Met test objectives by determining testing methods and selecting testing equipment of the emerging digitally controlled electric power grid and related components.

* Researched control and standardization of grid-connected power-electronic equipment smart monitoring devices, and utilization of energy through the application of sensor networks, intelligent control systems, and the integration of simulation, optimization and design.

* Investigate and resolve testing problems, report and explain deviations and failures in intelligent applications for manufacturing systems and industrial applications, and computer-aided design for regulation performance at a steady state, load disturbance rejection and robustness against environmental uncertainty.

6/2011- D.C. Department of Transportation Contractor:

8/2011 Electrical Engineer Street Light Division Washington, DC

* Assisted in identifying and reporting all deviations. Analyzed and evaluated test data and performed maintenance, generated solution prevention plans for future faults in Washington, D.C.`s street lighting system.

* Surveyed and evaluated on-site progression in construction, assured codes and standards were met during inspection of construction projects.

* Integrated, and updated CAD diagrams, as well as parties involved in each ward`s contract.

* Conducted night inspections and measured foot-candles using photometric analysis of 240V lighting system.

* Generated and revised test documents and reports (SOPs, datasheets, methods).

1/2011 SCOPE Services, Inc.

Temporary Meter Reader

Washington, DC

* Assured communication/data security of smart meter devices installed in the nation`s smart grid.

* Communicated effectively with internal and external customers and respond promptly to their inquiries.

* Studied how to interpret the readout of older electrical meters and installed modern day smart meters.

4/2010- Howard University- Center for Energy Systems and Controls

8/2010 URE Intern: Renewable Energy Systems Washington, DC

* Evaluated Losses in the Power Distribution System and Develop Methods to Minimize Losses.

* Managed the design and engineering of utility solar photovoltaic projects.

* Researched power grid and renewable energy systems, as well as sources of power and storage techniques.

* Formulated, implemented, and tested algorithms on short circuit and open circuit power network models.

* Built an optimal structure for a renewable energy-based power system that can be integrated with the power grid.

* Simulated load flow and contingency analysis for different computer simulated scenarios.

* Used Matlab and NEPLAN CAD software for data acquisition (DAS/DAQ) for economical advancement and an increase in the production and use of energy from renewable resources like wind energy, solar energy, biofuels, and other alternative non-fossil fuel sources.

6/2008- Brookhaven National Lab/ Alabama A&M University -

8/2008 Nanomaterial Science Research Intern: CNT Long Island, NY

* First representative from A&M to conduct research at Brookhaven National Lab in Long Island, NY.

* Worked with high-ranking physicists and engineers on nanofabrication of semiconductors.

* Managed the Clean Room and ensured safety of equipment, scientists and engineers.

* Maintained and administered controlled chemicals to prepared silicon wafers for further fabrication.

* Utilized C code in a Linux environment to control the X6B Bending Magnet X-Ray.

* Controlled Helios Dual Electron Beam system using C and C++ for 3D imaging and milling of carbon nanotubes.

Contact this candidate