Daniel O'Leary
Charlotte
Summary
Results-driven Mechanical Design Engineer skilled in 3D CAD modeling, product development, and structural analysis. Designs heavy-duty mechanical systems and creates engineering documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver manufacturable solutions. Expertise in Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD, emphasizing problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical-Design Engineer
GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear
Wilmington, NC
04.2022 - Current
- Design and develop 3D CAD models, detailed engineering drawings, fabrication packages, and technical specifications for tooling and equipment used to service nuclear reactors during planned outages.
- Performed structural and seismic analyses to validate designs and ensure compliance with engineering standards and nuclear industry requirements, safeguarding reactor integrity.
- Created comprehensive operation and maintenance manuals to enhance safe deployment and servicing of specialized reactor maintenance equipment.
- Provided on-site engineering support at customer nuclear facilities, overseeing equipment installation, operation, and maintenance during reactor outages to ensure operational readiness.
- Design actuated lifting equipment for the safe handling and transportation of heavy loads, incorporating mechanical, structural, and safety considerations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and field service teams to transition designs from concept through fabrication, testing, and implementation.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by refining equipment designs to improve reliability, maintainability, and operational efficiency in high-consequence environments.
Mechanical Design Engineer
GA Braun
Syracuse, NY
07.2019 - 03.2022
- Designed and developed 3D CAD models, detailed engineering drawings, and manufacturing work instructions to support the production of commercial and industrial laundry equipment.
- Created, revised, and maintained mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic drawings to support new product development, engineering changes, and manufacturing improvements.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and production teams to resolve design issues and enhance manufacturability, ensuring accurate implementation of engineering documentation.
- Designed and implemented a 200-gallon reclaim tank system that enabled water reuse between wash cycles, enhancing equipment efficiency and lowering customer operating costs with an estimated two-year ROI
Drafting Intern
Auto Gear Company
Syracuse, NY
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Redesigned a GM transmission case to support the refurbishment and modernization of classic muscle cars, creating compatibility between legacy GM transmissions and Ford vehicle applications.
- Redesigned GM transmission case, enabling refurbishment of classic muscle cars and ensuring compatibility between legacy GM transmissions and Ford applications.
- Enhanced GM transmission shifter design with reverse lockout mechanism, increasing user safety and minimizing risk of accidental gear engagement.
- Developed detailed engineering drawings and design documentation to facilitate manufacturing, assembly, and product development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05-2019
Skills
- Engineering Analysis: Structural Analysis, Static Load Analysis, Seismic Analysis, Heavy Lifting Device Design, Mechanical Design, Design Validation
- Structural analysis
- Engineering standards
- Computer-aided design
- Engineering calculations
- Product development
- Finite element analysis
- Technical documentation
- Product development
Accomplishments
Recipient of the Nuclear Energy Institute Top Industry Practice Award for the development and deployment of an underwater decontamination tool that significantly improved reactor maintenance safety and efficiency, reducing surface dose rates by up to 90% during remote operations underwater.
Timeline
Mechanical-Design Engineer
GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear
04.2022 - Current
Mechanical Design Engineer
GA Braun
07.2019 - 03.2022
Drafting Intern
Auto Gear Company
08.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Syracuse University
Patents
Co-inventor of a patented underwater decontamination tool (U.S. Patent No. 2026/0112513) designed to remove and capture radioactive contamination from nuclear reactor components remotely underwater, reducing surface dose rates by up to 90% upon contact and significantly improving personnel safety during maintenance operations.