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Tanner Cone

Hazlehurst,GA

Summary

Qualified mechanical engineer with a strong understanding of engineering equipment and software. Dedicated to delivering precise work with keen attention to detail. Recognized for achieving challenging project deadlines while staying within manufacturing constraints.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Associate

Department of Mechanical Engineering
10.2023 - Current
  • Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
  • Completed exhaustive research into aerosol science using databases, physical records, and digital resources.
  • Presented research at GS4 Symposium (2025) and engineering research symposium (2025).
  • Co-authored academic paper on the subject of aerosol science.
  • Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
  • Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
  • Aniruddha Mitra | (912) 682-4175 | mitra@georgiasouthern.edu

Engineering Co-op

Southern Nuclear Company
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Supported quality control team to perform inspections per ASME Operation and Maintenance code for operation of a nuclear plant.
  • Verified cable routing to ensure low voltage cables in plant were not routed through adverse environments.
  • Collected data on relief valves in core areas to aid in creating a quality assurance database.
  • Assisted engineers in core business on the Programs team.
  • Worked cross-functionally with other departments using communication skills to ensure tasks were done safely and efficiently.
  • Christopher Lowe | (423) 367-3066 | CLOWE@southernco.com

Process Engineering Co-op

PCC Airfoils
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Analyzed casting defect data to determine robust cost-savings solutions.
  • Reverse engineered wax components for solidification and shrink prediction modeling.
  • Used process control methods to ensure manufacturing quality meets customer specifications.
  • Organized data to submit casting qualification package for significant process changes.
  • Tested ceramic material to determine modulus of rupture for process control.
  • Worked with process control engineers to improve testing equipment and procedure for better quality data and results.
  • Presented data and progress in weekly meetings for supervisors.
  • Thomas Tharpe | (912) 720-5283 | thomas.tharpe@pccairfoils.com

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
12.2025

Skills

  • CAD Modelling
  • Microsoft Office
  • Applied Data Analytics
  • Forecast and Cost Modeling
  • MATLAB
  • Lean Manufacturing Methods
  • Database Queries (SQL, Microsoft Access)
  • Team Communication
  • Time Management
  • Literature reviews
  • Research and analysis

Timeline

Engineering Co-op

Southern Nuclear Company
05.2025 - 08.2025

Research Associate

Department of Mechanical Engineering
10.2023 - Current

Process Engineering Co-op

PCC Airfoils
01.2023 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Georgia Southern University
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