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Knowlan Nystrom

Orlando

Summary

Hands-on Mechanical Engineering student skilled in automotive repair, custom fabrication, and electrical wiring. Experience includes diagnosing mechanical issues, assembling complex systems, and ensuring quality through precise inspections. Committed to continuous improvement and collaboration, effectively adapting to various shop and production environments.

Work History

Automotive Technician

Big 3 Performance
Sarasota
  • Performed hands-on automotive maintenance, mechanical repairs, and component replacement in a professional shop environment.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues and assisted with troubleshooting vehicle systems.
  • Removed, inspected, repaired, and installed automotive components using hand and power tools.
  • Worked with automotive mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Inspected components for wear, damage, and improper operation during repairs.
  • Maintained an organized work area and followed proper shop and safety procedures.

Production / Fabrication Assistant

Aquatic Habitat Construction & Design (AHCD)
  • Assisted in the fabrication and assembly of custom aquarium and aquatic filtration systems.
  • Built and installed PVC plumbing systems for custom fish tanks, filtration equipment, and pumps.
  • Measured, cut, fitted, and assembled PVC pipe, fittings, valves, and filtration components.
  • Assisted with installation and assembly of pumps, filtration equipment, and associated plumbing.
  • Worked with fiberglass, resin, PVC, adhesives, hand tools, and power tools during fabrication.
  • Troubleshot leaks, fitment issues, and other problems during fabrication and assembly.
  • Followed measurements and layouts while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Self-Employed

Independent Automotive Resale & Repair
  • Purchase, diagnose, repair, clean, and prepare used trucks, wheels, tires, and automotive components for resale.
  • Perform mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, and component replacement.
  • Restore and clean wheels and automotive components using hand tools, power tools, cleaning equipment, and shop materials.
  • Inspect used components for wear, damage, and defects and determine necessary repairs.
  • Independently source parts and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.

Dockhand

Longboat Key Marina
  • Performed general maintenance and upkeep of marina facilities and equipment.
  • Used hand tools and equipment to complete maintenance and operational tasks.
  • Assisted with fueling, cleaning, equipment handling, and daily marina operations.
  • Worked efficiently with customers and team members in a fast-paced environment.

Education

B.S. - Mechanical Engineering

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
08-2026

Skills

  • Wire-to-Wire Soldering
  • Basic PCB Soldering
  • Electrical Wiring
  • Switch-Panel Wiring
  • Wire Stripping & Crimping
  • Terminals & Connectors
  • Heat Shrink
  • Circuit Troubleshooting
  • Wiring Installation
  • Mechanical Assembly
  • Automotive Repair
  • Component Installation
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Inspection & Defect Identification
  • Measuring & Layout
  • Pump & Filtration Systems
  • Fiberglass & Resin
  • Adhesives
  • Hand Tools
  • Power Tools
  • Drills
  • Grinders
  • Automotive Painting/Bodywork
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Shop Safety
  • Trailer Hookup & Towing
  • Loading & Securing Equipment

Projects

  • Custom PC Build, Selected compatible components and assembled a custom desktop PC., Installed motherboard, CPU, cooling system, RAM, GPU, power supply, storage, and associated wiring., Routed and organized wiring and connectors with attention to proper component installation., Troubleshot hardware and software issues during setup and testing.
  • Custom Skiff Boat Build & Electrical System, Built and outfitted a custom skiff involving mechanical, fabrication, and electrical work., Built and wired a complete switch panel for the boat's electrical system., Wired switches, accessories, lighting, power, and ground circuits., Performed wire cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, heat-shrink installation, connector installation, and wire routing., Tested circuits and troubleshot electrical issues to verify proper operation., Used hand and power tools throughout fabrication, assembly, and installation.
  • Automotive Mechanical & Electrical Projects, Perform extensive hands-on repair and modification work on Chevrolet/Duramax and BMW vehicles., Complete wiring repairs, connector work, wire-to-wire soldering, crimping, and heat-shrink installation., Performed basic PCB soldering during a GM instrument-cluster repair., Install and repair drivetrain, suspension, cooling, electrical, and other mechanical components., Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and inspect components for wear, damage, and improper operation.
  • 1995 Chevrolet K2500 Restoration, Performed mechanical repairs, maintenance, welding, fabrication, and restoration work., Completed suspension and drivetrain work using hand tools, power tools, grinders, drills, welding equipment, and other shop equipment.
  • BMW E36 Track Car Build, Performed mechanical repairs, modifications, and preventative maintenance., Diagnosed mechanical problems and completed repairs independently., Worked with automotive electrical and mechanical systems.

Timeline

Dockhand

Longboat Key Marina

Self-Employed

Independent Automotive Resale & Repair

Production / Fabrication Assistant

Aquatic Habitat Construction & Design (AHCD)

Automotive Technician

Big 3 Performance

B.S. - Mechanical Engineering

University of Central Florida

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