Nathan Dean Cloeter is a materials engineer with expertise in mechanical testing, prototype development, and data analysis. He has worked as an engineer for Dura Bond Pipes performing mechanical tests on pipes to verify their safety standards. As a research assistant at the University of Maryland, he designed a new dental composite and conducted experiments. His internship at Tethon 3D involved improving powder formulas through mechanical testing and developing 3D printed samples. He has a Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering from the University of Maryland and skills in testing machines, microscopy, and CAD software.

1. NATHAN DEAN CLOETER
22 Brandywine Building Phone: 908.399.9210
Hershey, PA 17033 Email: ncloeter@terpmail.umd.edu
Materials Engineer
Sharp-minded engineer who is able to devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products. High-level
professionalism, positive mental attitude and commitment to excellence. Has the ability to communicate with and
work with senior management, associates, and customers. Able to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines under
pressure. Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Areas of Expertise
 Mechanical Testing
 Prototype Development
 Strategic Planning/Analysis
 Tensile Testing
 Electron Microscopy
 Complex Problem Solving
 Test Lab Operations
 Data Analysis
 Communication
Professional Experience
DURA BOND PIPES, LLC MAY 2015 – PRESENT
ENGINEER
 Determined accuracy of information on pipes, pulled mechanical tests and determined their safety.
 Performed mechanical testing, including tensile testing to Charpy Impact Testing and Vickers Hardness
testing.
 Analyzed and compared numbers to standards set by the American Petroleum Institute for PSL-2 pipes.
 Ran the test lab at Dura-Bond, and gained considerable supervisory experience.
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MAY 2013 – DEC. 2014
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
 Designed new dental composite that was based off a polymer matrix, with ceramic powder being used as
filler.
 Served in key role on the research team throughout time with the group. Projects included preparing
nanopowder for samples and writing reports based on findings.
 Chose different chemicals to use as solvents and helped determine future direction of the project.
TETHON 3D JUNE 2014 – AUG. 2014
INTERN
 Improved classified powder formulas. Accomplished this by performing mechanical tests on set samples to
determine properties including the porosity and shrinkage.
 Developed samples with computer-aided design programs like AutoCAD, and were developed with a Z-Corp
310 Printer.
 Culminated internship with mug that was created with AutoCAD 2013, developed with powder formula and
fired in a kiln. Sample was ultimately glazed and fired multiple times to create the desired results.
Education & Training
Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering (Biological Materials), University of Maryland, College Park, MD, 2014
Extra-Curricular Activities:
Gamer Symphony Orchestra, Knights of Columbus, Kappa Kappa Psi
Low Brass Section Leader, Two-Time Council Officer, 2013-2014 Chapter President
Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), AutoCAD, Windows Operating Systems, large variety of hand
and power tools (Drill Presses, Routers, Lathes, Belt Sander, etc.), Universal Tensile Testing Machines, Vickers
Hardness Tester, Charpy Impact Testing, Drop Weight Tear Testing, Optical Microscopy.
Exposure to Optical Comparators, MATLAB, Java, Robot C, Pro Engineer, SEM, TEM, AFM, Polarized Microscopy, Origin
ANSYS Workbench, Labview, Apple OS.