Engineering Microsoft Office

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Nathaniel Shull

**** ******** *****, ********* ****, MI 48390

Phone: 248-***-**** email: ********@*****.***

I am a passionate, team-player, who is a certified technician with expertise in cutting edge equipment and procedures validating transmissions and complex vehicle systems. I am seeking a challenging position where I aim to use my engineering and hands-on mechanical and electrical experience for the betterment of the organization as well as satisfying my career objectives and skill sets.

P R O F E S S I O N AL E X P E R I ENCE

AISIN TECHNICAL CENTER OF AMERICA, Northville, Michigan Product Evaluation, Validation Engineer - Drivetrain, January 2017 - Present

Understanding of automatic transmission hardware, calibration, shift maps.

Hands on experience with DAQ systems & instrumentation; installation and troubleshooting. o Pressure transducers / torque telemetry / accelerometers / thermocouples / strain gages, etc.

Understanding & ability to decipher CAN BUS channels / signals of benchmark vehicles.

Improved automatic transmission teardown process, technique, analysis & report methods.

Interaction with FCA engineers - transmission reviews & test evaluation trips.

Plan, execute, lead benchmark vehicle evaluation trips within the US.

Manage and lead longtime durability vehicle programs in Southern California.

Prepare vendor quotes, RFQs, PR, POs.

Engage with cross-functional engineering team on a weekly / monthly basis.

Provide direction & leadership support for entry level engineers / technicians / intern-students

Support and lead QA activities / onsite equipment install and analysis of customer vehicles.

Knowledge and function of engine / motor dynamometer to perform durability & function checks.

Ability to perform automatic transmission removal and installations in test vehicles.

Familiar with test tracks: Fowlerville Proving Ground (FPG) & Chelsea Proving Grounds (CPG). AISIN TECHNICAL CENTER OF AMERICA, Northville, Michigan Product Evaluation, Reliability & Testing Technician, May 2011 – January 2017

Managed test fixture and $5M tools inventory, control, access, calibration, and certification for test lab and vehicle garage. Managed sharing and coordination of tools between Northville and Japan offices.

Competent in set-up and operation of many types of test equipment, from strain gage and force sensors to ambient chambers, sound and optical DAq, controls and electronics, fabrication, among others.

Managed testing through various standards per client, authored test procedures, managed documentation and review process.

In charge of research, procurement, tech review of tools. Point person for ordering new test equipment, supplies, or replacement parts.

Supported long term road tests and warranty investigation trips for the Transmission Engineering group, Materials Engineering group, Exterior group, Electronics group, among others. Chauffer’s license with extensive Class2 – 5 vehicle driving experience, currently being developed for transmission calibration screening and subjective judgement per customer’s expectation (Voice of the Customer).

Managed planning, shipping and transport of tools, DAq, to repair instrumentation in the field during trip downtime.

Supported development of all new 360 View Camera system, from concept through build and prototype integration. Managed demonstration of system to Aisin CEO and Toyota Senior Management, among others.

Managed performance benchmarking of competitor vehicles at external proving grounds, including management of senior executive ride and drive.

W.B. DEERING CO, Clawson, Michigan

Machinist, Jun 2005 – Feb 2009

Interpreted drawings and corrected for proper tolerances based on machine capabilities. 1212 Woodlawn Ct Wolverine Lake, MI 48390 248-***-**** ********@*****.***

Calculated GD&T, set up inspection jigs, used assorted micrometers and Vernier calipers.

Designed, set up, inspected, aligned and secured fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.

Operated various machining devices, created parts to specifications. PILGRIM MOTORSPORTS, Plymouth, Michigan

Small Engine Mechanic, Sep 2004 – Jun 2005

Diagnosed and repaired issues with motorcycles and other small, high performance engine vehicles.

Extensive work on carburetors, EFI systems, electronic and points based ignition systems, CVT’s, close ratio manual transmissions, 4 and 2 stroke engine cycles. E D U C AT I ON

University of Michigan-Dearborn, MI

BS in Mechanical Engineering, graduated December 2016 with distinction Motorcycle Mechanics Institute, Orlando, FL

May 2003-Sep 2004

Received certifications from Honda and Yamaha for repair and maintenance

Received Dynojet performance tuning certification

Received engine, brakes, suspension, machining and troubleshooting/diagnostics certifications

Learned how to diagnose, repair and maintain small, high performance engines. AD D I T I ON AL S K I L L S

Automotive and vehicle enthusiast with interest and experience in efficiency, emissions, and performance.

Able to communicate with various engineering teams around the globe even with language barriers, knowledgeable in Japanese work ethics and methods.

Competent with Microsoft Office programs

Formal CATIA 3-D CAD Software training

Formally trained to operate Nikon CMM 3-D Imaging arm and data processing, Focus Handheld and Inspection software, Bluehill Instron testing software. Very familiar with testing equipment and able to master new equipment rapidly. Familiar with PLC Controllers, design of systems, set up, diagnostics, and testing automation.

Excellent at repairing broken machinery and equipment (motorcycles, lawn equipment, outboard marine motors, etc.)

R E F E R E N C E S

Available upon request

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