Nathan Collins

Nathan Collins has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and companies. Nathan began their career as a Software Development Intern at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, where they developed enterprise server software and improved code reliability through the creation of test suites.

Nathan then interned as an R&D Mechanical Engineer at Varian Medical Systems, working on prototype X-ray tubes, writing manufacturing documentation, and reducing costs.

Following their internships, Nathan worked at Valero Energy Corporation as a Mechanical Reliability Intern, diagnosing and improving the reliability of pumps, turbines, and compressors in the refinery. Nathan proposed and implemented changes that will save the company tens of thousands of dollars.

Moving to Brigham Young University, Nathan served as a Teaching Assistant, instructing students in the use of machining equipment and organizing other assistants. Later, they became a Lead Teaching Assistant, overseeing the instruction of over 100 students. Nathan also worked as a Research Assistant, focusing on radiation heat transfer and investigating origami-based variable emissive properties for dynamic temperature control.

Nathan's most recent position is at Varex Imaging Corporation, where they started as a Mechanical Engineering Intern. Nathan then transitioned to roles as a Mechanical Engineer and currently serves as an Equipment Engineer. The exact end dates for these positions are not provided.

Nathan Collins attended Brigham Young University from 2011 to 2017, where they studied Mechanical Engineering. In 2011, they began their undergraduate studies in Mechanical Engineering, and they completed their Bachelor of Science degree in the same field in 2017.