To obtain a full time entry-level position in mechanical and/or nuclear engineering with a focu in energy
Brandon M. Preston
Objective To obtain a full time entry-level position in mechanical or nuclear engineering with an emphasis
in energy production or development
Education Bachelor of Science, Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering GPA: 3.56/4.00
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, 16802
Graduated December 19, 2009
Engineering Minority Excellence Program (EMIX) - 2007 and 2009
Air Products and Chemicals Minority Scholarship - Fall 2008
Internships Harris Corporation RFCD Division, Rochester, NY
Mechanical Engineering and Design Department May – Aug 2009
- Designed testing equipment and performed tests to assure that products met military specifications
- Performed static analysis on new designs to assure they would not fail under worst case scenario operating conditions
- Corrected drawings in ProEngineer as per Engineering Change Orders
Morris Township Municipal Services, Morris Township, NJ
Morris Township Engineering Department May – Aug 2008
- Performed inspections on roadways and sewer systems to confirm construction was being completed as shown in engineering plans
- Researched and provided possible solutions to design problems such as unexpected flooding in town homes due to nearby construction or development of land
- Updated and revised AutoCAD files to show recent improvements to town infrastructure
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Research Assistant in Thermal Hydraulics Department Sept – Dec 2007
- Designed structural supports for laboratory water tank by static analysis
- Performed fluid flow calculations for system to determine adequate tank size and flow rates
- Created drawing in ProEngineering of laboratory components including sparger
Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems Sector, Baltimore, MD
Mechanical Engineering Department May – Aug 2006
- Provided assistance on design projects including the design of a new chassis for navy use
- Performed thermal testing and analysis using thermocouples and computer modeling
- Met with suppliers to design specialty parts for use in a new design up for contract bid with the government
- Created programs to assist in data management to assure reliability and repeatability in the engineering design process
Computer Skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs, SolidWorks, ProE, and AutoCAD
Activities Member, Penn State Golf Club
Member, American Nuclear Society
Member, American Society of Nuclear Engineers
Over 150 Community Service Hours
References Available upon Request
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