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Nathan Nguyen.
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Technical Documentation

I create technical documentation for both professional engineering work and robotics teams. My work includes tooling fabrication procedures, build and assembly instructions, process documentation, technical binders, engineering notebooks, meeting records, test notes, and review materials that help teams communicate decisions, track progress, and repeat complex builds reliably

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Mechanical Engineering Co-op

RadiaBeam TechnologiesJan 2024 - PresentSanta Monica, California

Designing, fabricating, and documenting tooling for particle accelerator structures, including SOL linear accelerator builds, TPV tooling, RF component fixtures, and test equipment for government and research customers

  • Developed and redesigned the assembly process for 2 meter long Speed of Light linear accelerator structures, scaling production from one structure to four structures at a time
  • Designed brazing, welding, leak-checking, lifting, shipping, cleaning, and transport tooling to support accelerator structure manufacturing
  • Assembled and vacuum brazed four SOL structures using custom tooling and revised the tooling process to support future production builds
  • Repurposed SOL tooling for a 0.75 m TPV linear accelerator structure by creating new strongback designs for TPV-specific geometry, alignment, and handling
  • Designed a switch test bed to simulate cup and slug alignment for frequency changes from 6 MHz to 12 MHz
  • Converted preliminary SLAC designs into representative models and documentation for a C-Band compact portable linac project
  • Drafted prints for assembly, inspection, brazing, and machining while documenting tooling fabrication, build, rotation cart, and assembly procedures

KUdos Team Captain · Lead Designer · Founding Member

KUdos VEX-UAug 2022 - PresentFlint, Michigan

Lead mechanical design, fabrication, strategy, and team operations for Kettering’s VEX U robotics team, with work across CAD, prototyping, 3D printing, CNC manufacturing, robot assembly, and competition preparation

  • Lead design, fabrication, and overall strategy for high-performance VEX U and VEX AI robots
  • Own major robot subsystems from concept through competition, including Onshape CAD, prototyping, manufacturing, assembly, testing, and iteration
  • Coordinate build operations by managing schedules, workflows, priorities, and team member responsibilities across the season
  • Manufacture and integrate robot components using 3D printing, CNC machining, sheet metal, COTS parts, and custom fabricated parts
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, CAD references, media, and build resources to support team development
  • Mentor members on robot design, fabrication techniques, engineering decision-making, and project management
Positions
  • KUdos Team Captain · May 2026 - Present
  • Lead Designer · May 2026 - Present
  • B-Section Team Captain · Aug 2024 - May 2026
  • Lead Designer and Fabricator · Aug 2022 - May 2026
  • B-Section Build Lead · Aug 2022 - Aug 2024
Awards & Achievements
  • VEX AI Worlds Semi-Finalist, ranked 3rd and undefeated in qualification matches
  • VEX Worlds 2024 Build Award Winner in the Innovation Division
  • First team in the world, across all levels, to score on the High Stake and complete a Tier 3 climb
  • Earned multiple Innovate Awards, including 2 tournament awards, 1 Signature Event award, and 1 VEX U Worlds award
  • Earned VEX AI Excellence and Energy Awards
  • Presented on the Finals stage to a live audience of 8,000+ with 33,000+ YouTube views

Robotics Center Assistant

Kettering UniversityOct 2023 - PresentFlint, Michigan

Help oversee and maintain the Kettering Robotics Center, supporting campus robotics competitions, outreach events, workshops, equipment, and teams hosted in the facility

  • Assist with Robotics Center operations for FIRST, VEX, RECF, and Aerial Drone competitions hosted on campus
  • Support event setup, logistics, field equipment, and day-of operations for robotics competitions and outreach events
  • Collaborated with the Director of Auxiliary Services to certify and approve Bambu Lab 3D printers for campus-wide use
  • Support workshops and outreach events, including FIRST in Michigan sessions focused on STEM engagement
  • Help supervise and support the 8 FIRST Robotics Competition teams hosted in the Kettering Robotics Center