NICHOLAS J.

EFTHIMIADES
F.E. Mechanical Engineering

Phone: (516) 225-5677 | E-Mail: nicholas.efthimiades@gmail.com

Personal
Summary

A hard-working engineer eager to gain additional skillsets and learn of

advancing technology. Talented and experienced in the facets of realworld manufacturing with industry experience, design-for-manufacturing,
and reverse engineering. Possessing a comprehensive understanding of
the R&D process, including first-stage project selection, research,
experimental design, laboratory development all the way to final
development and manufacturing. Organized and determined, with an
efficient work ethic and the ability to think creatively.
An extremely hands-on, self-motivated engineer, looking for the
opportunity to expand knowledge of the research environment to a
higher-caliber. Hoping to be exposed to new ideas and methods to find
new opportunities and areas for learning.

Experience

Cox and Company

April 2016 Present

Plainview, New York

Research and Development Engineer

Responsible for investigating and developing new technology for

amplifying the companys capabilities.
Design novel mechanical and mechatronic systems to create better deicing and anti-icing systems for use in commercial and military aircraft.
Adapt and re-engineer customer systems to better meet the needs of the aircraft
and the business, through lower weight, higher certification, advanced materials
and processes, and more logical designs.
Research and utilize new materials, and develop new material processes to
expand the ability of the company to adapt to ever-changing customer needs.

Madjek Incorporated

Aug 2015-Present

Amityville, New York

Ilogic Programmer

Automate 3D models using computer programming such that draftsman

can use premade programmed digital forms to quickly alter model
configurations to meet customer needs.
Using Visual Basic Language, create custom model parameters and
driving rules in Autodesk Inventor to increase drawing-to-drawing
efficiency of similar projects.
Design and program new 3D models to facilitate fast turnover for new
customer orders.
Responsible for preparing and instructing draftsman and programmers on
proper modeling and program conventions to improve workflow and
efficiency.
Perform audits on existing drafts and programs to correct existing issues
and decrease company model debugging.

Machine Components
Corp

Mar 2014 - Present

Plainview, New York

Project Engineer

Duties
Work cooperatively with shop workers and engineers to design and
machine experimental jigs, tooling, and automation systems for use in
both prototype and production machining.
Research and develop ideas for products, systems, and tooling.
Design and manufacture systems with new technology, including
programmable fixtures, to increase the technological competitiveness of
the company.
Use computer-aided design to create detail drawings and specifications
for shop machinists.
Perform statistical analysis of part quality and testing procedures.
Compile test and part data and generate reports on the same.
Convert 2D catalogue drawings to 3D parts and assemblies to allow the
customer to integrate parts into product CADD files.
Write methods and tutorials for the operation of specialized machinery
and the production of products.
Build and test military helicopter clutch used in emergency maneuvers.

SUNY Farmingdale

May 2013 May

2015

Farmingdale, New York

Research & Development (R&D) Supervisor

Supervise research assistants in various projects to complete a multistage

project to utilize an alternative energy system to power a laboratory.
Design experiments for research assistants to undertake and collect data
on prototype designs.
Develop a Proton-Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cell catalyst utilizing
carbon nanotubes and various transition elements to replace current
platinum catalyst in Oxygen-reduction reaction.
Develop fuel cell coating for General Motors Corporation able to withstand
extremely corrosive environments while conforming to extremely low
interfacial contact resistance.
Design a manufacturing process for GM fuel cell coating to be cost-viable
for automobile fuel cell production lines.
Design and optimize Polyoxometallate fuel cell for carbon-monoxide
removal for use in the production of ultra-pure hydrogen fuel.
Design and manufacture novel 3D printer for use in laboratory prototyping
capable of printing a myriad of materials depending on necessary
properties.
Design fuel cell plate patterns to increase size and power efficiency of
current fuel-cell technology.

Prepare monthly technical research reports for the U.S. Department of

Energy on current research goals and achievements.
Work independently and cooperatively with faculty to identify research
opportunities and analyze viability of current and future research goals.
Work with faculty to publish, patent, and present various research findings
to increase business and public awareness of the college, commercialize
findings, and create new R&D opportunities.
Prepare technical presentations to present research findings at
professional conferences.

Key
Research
Skills

Experimental design and execution.

Computer-aided drafting, design, and simulation.
Data compilation and analysis.
Extensive knowledge of the U.S. Paten System.
Technical writing for presentation, publication, and patenting.
Comprehensive understanding of engineering principles.
Industry experience, especially relating to design-for-manufacturing and
reverse engineering.
Computer programming knowledge, with an increasing knowledge of
Java and Python languages.
Design and use of 3D printers, custom and commercial.
SolidWorks, Autodesk AutoCADD and Inventor modeling and CADD
software
Multisim, Automation Studio, and Micrologix PLC Software, and Arduino
IDE
Electrical soldering, manual machining, CNC machining.
CNC Programming.
Microsoft Office including Excel, Power Point, Publisher and Word

Research
Presentations

Design and Optimization of a Polyoxometallate-CO Fuel Cell, ASME

2014 8th International Conference on Energy Sustainability and 12th Fuel
Cell Science, Engineering, and Technology Conference, 2014
Design and Optimization of a Polyoxometallate-CO Fuel Cell,
International Energy and Sustainability Conference, 2014
An Analysis of the Structure-Property Relationships of a ThermallyAnnealed Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotube, International Energy and
Sustainability Conference, 2014
Self-Directed Learning via Interactive Online Simulations in a Fluid
Mechanics Course, International Energy and Sustainability Conference,
2014
Analysis of the Structure-Property Relationships of a ThermallyAnnealed Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotube, Advanced Energy
Conference, 2014
Design and Optimization of a Polyoxometallate-CO Fuel Cell,
Advanced Energy Conference, 2014
High-Velocity Oxygen Fuel Thermal Spray and Nitriding of Fuel Cell
Plates for High Corrosion Resistance and Low Interfacial Contact

Resistance, Advanced Energy Conference, 2014

Areas of
Expertise

Professional
Affiliations

Tool, Jig, and fixture design.

Automation
Computer-aided drafting and design.
Experiment, test, and data analysis.
Machine and product design.
Design Engineering.

Society of Manufacturing Engineers

Treasurer, Farmingdale State College Chapter
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Treasurer and Product Coordinator, Farmingdale State College Chapter
Long Island Pathways in Technology, Early College High School (Ptech)

Instructor, Farmingdale State College, 3D Printing