Junior studying computer engineering at Penn State

Nathan Courtney

Eagleville, PA www.linkedin.com/in/nathancourtneycmpen 484-***-**** *************@*****.*** EDUCATION

The Pennsylvania State University – College of Engineering University Park, PA Major: Computer Engineering, B.S. Anticipated Graduation: May 2026

● GPA: 3.30/4.00

SKILLS

Python Java Ignition SCADA software Studio 5000 Ladder Logic Assembly Verilog electrical design MS Power BI MS Power Automate blockchain

WORK EXPERIENCE

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine Spring House, PA Global Development Delivery Unit Intern May 2024 - August 2024 New Dashboard for Restructured Team

● Connected with 30 team members to assess daily workflows, deliverables, and dashboard requirements.

● Analyzed 6 existing dashboards to identify overlaps, holes, and opportunities for role-specific improvements.

● Developed Power BI dashboard integrated with Planisware and MS Project until the team was restructured again. Distribution List and Administrative Automation

● Automated processes for new hires, role changes, and leave tracking using MS Power Automate Flows. Blockchain Collaborative Intern Project

● Took a technical lead on a 10-intern project exploring blockchain applications to enhance clinical trials.

● Organized and facilitated over 10 expert meetings, managing logistics and details for patient registry and decentralized clinical trials initiatives.

Multi-Dimensional Integration (MDI) Allentown, PA

Controls Engineering Intern May 2023 - August 2023 Arts/Crafts Manufacturing Line Upgrade

● Executed firmware updates for 50 VFDs and 2 HMIs, redesigned a FactoryTalk GUI for new hardware integration

● Expeditedupdates (25% early), provided additional support for foreign-language PLC processor code using Studio 5000 Ladder Logic on a VMware virtual machine.

● Installed new equipment on-site and conducted thorough testing to ensure proper functionality and adherence to specifications.

On-Site Footwear Sorting Line Upgrade

● Replaced Data Highway network with updated Ethernet system and upgraded PLC-5 systems to ControlLogix with new I/O cards and communication modules.

● Performed comprehensive testing and monitored startup and runtime on Monday to ensure equipment functionality. Bakery SCADA Application

● Obtained Ignition certification, developed an application to monitor and control over 30 motors in a bakery manufacturing line, and generated a revenue-cost report based on operation feedback.

● Created tiered permissions and an alarm system for faulted machines or poor performance. Clinical Ink, Inc. Horsham, PA

Project Delivery Intern Summers of 2020 and 2021

● Developed and managed project plans for timelines, communication, training, data transfer, and implementation. Re-organized data for contracts, employees, and clients when the company switched to a new software platform. LEADERSHIP & INVOLVEMENT

Sigma Pi Fraternity - Theta Chapter at Penn State University Park, PA Academic Chair / Scholarship Chair Spring 2023 - Current

● Academic Chair: Facilitate mentorship and oversee academic performance of new members, ensuring stellar grades.

● Scholarship Chair: Conduct competition for $500 semesterly scholarship, based on grades, extracurriculars, and contributions to the brotherhood

● Personally raised over $2000 for THON, where Sigma Pi achieved the second-highest fundraising total among all philanthropic organizations at Penn State, raising over $400,000 in 2023-24 for childhood cancer research and support.

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