1. James Nelson
4531 East Dublin Street
Gilbert, Arizona, 85295
(480) 818-0159
Jnelson3526@gmail.com
Objective: Advance my career as a mechanical design engineer in the aerospace industry, utilizing my
foundation in component and machine design, thermal and fluid modelling, and optimization.
Education:
Bachelors of Science in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering May 2015
 Arizona State University, Fulton Engineering: Polytechnic School, GPA: 4.00/4.00
Bachelors of Science in Justice Studies 2010
 Arizona State University, GPA: 3.83/4.00
Experience:
Aerospec Inc.: Automation Engineering Firm 2013-2015
 Designed mechanical components and subassemblies, choosing materials and finishes to meet
requirements and available manufacturing processes through 3 complete projects.
 Created engineering detail drawings for component manufacturing with complete geometric
dimensioning and tolerancing for 13 machines and 4 stand-alone devices.
 Collaborated with machine builders to support integration of machines and carry out design
changes while meeting the project’s schedule.
 Developed proposal and budgetary designs for presentation to customers.
ASU Robotics Club Mechanical Group Mentor 2013-2014
 Led the mechanical student groups on club projects.
 Planned and organized materials and allocated funding for projects.
 Taught Solidworks-based CAD and component specification workshops.
Engineering Lab Technician for Arizona State University 2012-2013
 Assisted in development and implementation of a new prototyping lab at ASU Polytechnic.
 Installed and operated lab equipment including a 3D Printer, CNC Router, and Laser etcher.
 Researched equipment specifications and made recommendations for ordering components.
 Designed and built equipment in support of engineering classes and research studies.
 Assisted students with safety procedures and project builds.
Technical Skills:
 Microsoft Excel
 Matlab
 CAD: Solidworks
 Engineering Detail Drawings
 GD & T
 Test Plans
Relevant Engineering Projects and Coursework:
High Speed Airflow Particle Deflection using Electrostatic Precipitator 2014-2015
 Led a team with Honeywell and ASU to design and implement an electrostatic testing device as
part of a team of students for a capstone design project.
 Modelled fluid and electrostatic effects in the system using Matlab.
 Created designs, bill of materials, and manufacturing plans for the system based on functional
requirements.

2. Automotive Power Train Gear Ratio Optimization 2015
 Developed design tool to perform multi-variable optimization for gear ratios using Excel Solver.
 Created mathematical model of and automotive gear train.
Turbine Heat Exchanger Optimization Project 2014
 Developed a mathematical model of an turbine heat exchanger
 Programmed a multi-variable weight optimization model.
 Worked on as part of a team of engineering students to combine models for heat transfer and
weight optimization.
 Created a complimentary performance design tool using Microsoft Excel.
Aerodynamic and Flight Path Modelling and Testing Using Model Rockets 2013
 Designed, built, modelled, and optimized model rockets directed at a target.
 Used Microsoft Excel to model aerodynamic properties and complete flight trajectory of the
rocket and predict landing zone.
 Worked with a team of mechanical engineering students to develop designs and model as well
as to present progress in design reviews.