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Nathan Pauley

Nathan Pauley

Toronto

Summary

Dynamic Mechanical Design Engineer with hands-on experience, excelling in AutoCAD, Inventor, and SolidWorks. Proven ability to deliver innovative mechanical solutions, including pressure boundary systems and piping networks, while ensuring compliance with CSA, ISO, and ASTM standards. Strong communicator, adept at presenting complex designs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project success. Skilled in performing design calculations, 3D modeling, FEA, and GD&T to optimize design efficiency and manufacturability. Eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects by leveraging a strong foundation in mechanical design.

Overview

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Certification

Work History

Mechanical Design Engineer, Student

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Chalk River
05.2024 - 03.2025
  • Designed mechanical systems and component installations, including pressure boundary systems and piping networks, applying core mechanical design and engineering principles.
  • Performed key design calculations, such as piping wall thickness, pump head, pressure boundary integrity, and flow analysis, to ensure system performance and compliance with engineering codes.
  • Applied mechanical engineering and QA codes/standards (CSA, ISO, ASTM, N299) throughout the design process to ensure safety, regulatory alignment, and reliability.
  • Presented design proposals and project plans to engineering leads and stakeholders, demonstrating strong technical communication and project management skills.

Mechanical Drafting & Design, Student

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Chalk River
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Drafted detailed mechanical, civil, and structural drawings using AutoCAD and Inventor, supporting cross-disciplinary engineering teams.
  • Produced a range of technical drawings, including piping isometrics, building flowsheets, 3D models, general arrangements, and site plans.
  • Applied engineering principles into drawings, such as Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
  • Presented and explained technical drawings to customers, project managers, and stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts (SMEs) during the review and comment (R&C) process, and worked closely with trades during construction to integrate field changes and design updates.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Arizona State University
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09-2026

Skills

  • AutoCAD (2D and 3D)
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • SolidWorks
  • MATLAB
  • Mechanical Design
  • GD&T
  • FEA
  • CSA, ISO, ASTM

Interests

  • Project (ASM) Animal Safety Management: Designed a 3D drone using Fusion 360, developed control algorithms in C++, ran behavior simulations in MATLAB, and programmed and Arduino to support autonomous livestock protection.
  • Engineering Projects: Contributed to conceptual projects involving satellite design, computer-aided design, and propulsion mechanics.
  • STEM Outreach Volunteer: Volunteer weekly at a local elementary school, supporting eduction through hands-on learning activities and mentoring.

Certification

  • AutoCAD Modeling, Computer Hardware, Programming and Operating Systems
  • Geomensioning and Tolerancing, Advanced Concepts
  • Finite Element Method (FEA) for Structural Analysis
  • Member, North American Young Generation in Nuclear (NAYGN)

Timeline

Mechanical Design Engineer, Student

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
05.2024 - 03.2025

Mechanical Drafting & Design, Student

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
01.2024 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Arizona State University

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