Nathan J. Hoong

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EDUCATION

University of San Diego, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering San Diego, CA BS/BA in Mechanical Engineering, Deans list, May 2020 Major GPA: 3.28, Overall 3.13 RELEVANT COURSEWORK & SKILLS

Software: ANSYS Fluent, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Git & Github, MATLAB, Microsoft Office Suite, Solidworks Programming Languages: C++, Java, LabVIEW

Machine Shop Equipment: Horizontal Lathe, Vertical Mill, CNC Mill, Band Saw, Sheet Metal Bender, MIG Welding Relevant Coursework: Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Introduction to Robotics, Human Factors Engineering, Machine Shop Practices, Manufacturing Processes, Fluid Mechanics PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Systems Engineer (Capstone Project), Glaukos, San Clemente, CA Sept – May 2020

• Enhanced fatigue testing process for new product development and reduced time needed to test product iterations.

• Developed a contact force system that can be moved into position, apply, & measure force using C++ to periorbital simulator.

• Conceived a system to collect data with an accuracy of 99% from the load cell using an ADC to an Arduino, and a DAQ system for captured data.

• Computed finite element analysis simulation on test fixture to validate structural stability of material and design choices. R&D Controls Engineering Intern, Philips Respironics, Carlsbad, CA Jun – Aug 2019

• Reduced test process time from four hours to thirty-minutes by enabling test procedures to be completed using a program with a simplified UI.

• Facilitated multiple design reviews soliciting feedback and offering insight into design process to meet requirements.

• Collaborated with test engineers to gage usability requirements ensuring compatibility of test fixture with current workflow.

• Developed code for automated actuator controller using LabVIEW graphical programming environment. Undergraduate Research Assistant, University of San Diego, San Diego, CA Sept – May 2019

• Enabled more student engagement with the topics of tension and compression and allowed for a greater understanding.

• Conceptualized learning aid that provides a physical representation of tension and compression in a truss system.

• Drafted components for learning aid in Solidworks and produced parts using Ultimaker 2+ 3D printers.

• Implemented learning aid in lower division engineering statics course and integrated with instructor lesson plan. Manufacturing Engineering Intern, Senior Aerospace Jet Products, San Diego, CA May – Aug 2018

• Integrated tools into organized ERP program that manages, tracks, and allows for accountability of tools.

• Coordinated with manufacturing engineering department by improving and implementing a new workflow system.

• Strategically analyzed tool storage patterns and developed identification and serialization system for inventory.

• Modified past tool designs using Solidworks to aid in the production of engine mounting solutions. PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Wobbler Engine Sept – Dec 2018

• Fabricated the flywheel, base plate, valve plate, crank disk, cylinder, piston, and crankshaft using a lathe, mill, and drill press.

• Created detailed operations sheets for the fabrication of the listed components above.

• Assembled and tested the wobbler engine to run on air with a result of a minimum air input of 2.3 psi, leading to a result of 3rd out of 24 entries.

Baja Society of Automotive Engineers Sept – May 2018

• Diagnosed failure of past chassis and discovered issue with load being bore by rear trailing arms and reported findings to team.

• Adapted engine dynamometer to enable testing of drivetrain to improve CVT to ensure optimum drivetrain operation. Emergency Response Vehicle Project Sept – Dec 2016

• Designed chassis of emergency response vehicle on Solidworks to be made of low-cost wooden sheets that were laser cut.

• Implemented C++ code onto Raspberry Pi that allowed for operation of the vehicle to move to a set destination & drop payload.

• Devised steering capabilities by using Raspberry Pi to send a controlled amount of power sent to each individual motor. LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Theta Tau Professional Engineering Fraternity, Corresponding Secretary Sept 2016 – 2020 American Society of Mechanical Engineers, (ASME) Member Sept 2016 – 2020 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), Member Sept 2016 – 2020