Maxwell Daniels

Maxwell Daniels

Mechanical Engineering Intern

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Nuclear Nut | MBA, MSc | Emergency Response | Small-Business Owner

  • Education

    • Idaho State University

      2009 - 2015
      Engineer’s Degree Nuclear Engineering

      Activities and Societies: American Nuclear Society, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Institute of Nuclear Materials Management, Society of Automotive Engineers, Idaho State University Bodybuilding Association Vice-President of the Society of Automotive Engineers, and Secretary of the American Nuclear Society. 2013/2014 Student Senate Representative for the College of Science and Engineering. Increased student input in the decisions of the university administration.

    • Idaho State University

      2016 - 2018
      Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) 3.59

      Activities and Societies: American Nuclear Society, Institute of Nuclear Materials Management

    • Idaho State University

      2015 - 2017
      Master’s Degree Nuclear Engineering 3.78

      Activities and Societies: American Nuclear Society, Institute of Nuclear Materials Management, American Society of Mechanical Engineers

  • Experience

    • Tacoma Hydraulic and Machine

      May 2012 - Aug 2012
      Mechanical Engineering Intern

      Disassembled and diagnosed hydraulic cylinders while designing new parts to increase there the factor of safety and overall efficiency.

    • ASISU

      May 2013 - May 2014
      Student Senator

      Chaired communications committee, which focused on creating a university mobile application, and increased the transparency of the senate through a continuous dialog between students and their respective representatives.

    • XPO

      Jun 2013 - Aug 2013
      Process Engineering Intern

      Increased efficiency of shipping by implementing lane staging of outbound shipments. Mechanically maintained and calibrated conveyor belt systems and electronic diagnostic equipment.

    • Idaho State University

      Nov 2014 - Jun 2016

      Introduced various circuit designs to the AGN-201 Nuclear Research Reactor Digital Display.Analyzed Reactor issues and created cost-effective solutions using engineering principles. Safely manipulated the controls of the AGN-201 reactor console. Began teaching a course that would introduce new students to the industry of reactor operations while also training them for their reactor operator examination.

      • Reactor Lab Technician

        May 2014 - Jun 2016
      • Reactor Operator (RO)

        Nov 2014 - May 2015
    • Nuclear Engineering Student Delegation

      Jun 2015 - Jul 2017
      Delegate

      Meet with policymakers to discuss issues facing nuclear energy, education, and research. The delegation seeks to express the views and policy of the nuclear engineering student population.

    • Chubbuck Fire Dept

      Jul 2017 - Dec 2018
      Firefighter

      As a firefighter for the city I use advanced methods for defending property and human life. In addition, I provide emergency medical services (EMS) to members of the community.

    • Idaho State University

      Dec 2017 - Dec 2018

      In this role, I am directly responsible for training operators, maintaining the reactor by conduction of maintenance and surveillance procedures, and bringing new business and research for the university. Safely manipulated the controls of the AGN-201 reactor console. Performed and managed the annual surveillance and maintenance procedures. Continued making improvements to the reactor operator training course.

      • Reactor Supervisor (RS)

        Jun 2016 - Dec 2018
      • Senior Reactor Operator (SRO)

        May 2015 - Dec 2018
      • Adjunct Faculty

        Dec 2017 - May 2018
    • International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

      Dec 2018 - Apr 2021
      Associate Emergency Preparedness Officer

      I work for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) within the Department for Nuclear Safety and Security's Incident and Emergency Centre (IEC). My responsibilities include international emergency preparedness, communication and response to nuclear and radiological incidents and emergencies, regardless of whether they arise from accident, negligence or deliberate act.

    • Mission Support and Test Services, LLC

      Apr 2021 - Jul 2022
      Senior Scientist
    • Defense Threat Reduction Agency

      Jul 2022 - now
      Physical Scientist
    • PINCER LLC

      Oct 2023 - now
      President
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Radiological Emergency Management

      FEMA
      Aug 2019
    • Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100

      FEMA
      Nov 2017
    • Senior Reactor Operator License

      U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
      Jun 2015
    • An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

      FEMA
      Aug 2019
    • ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incident, ICS-200

      FEMA
      Jan 2018
    • Radiological Worker II

      Idaho National Laboratory
      Apr 2017
    • An Introduction to Exercises

      FEMA
      Aug 2019
    • How to be an Exercise Evaluator

      FEMA
      Mar 2020
    • Reactor Operator License

      U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
      Nov 2014
    • WMD/Terrorism Awareness for Emergency Responders

      Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
      Aug 2019
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Maxwell Daniels
      Supervisor of the Semester Runner Up Idaho State Univeristy Career Path Internship Program Nov 2018
    • Awarded to Maxwell Daniels
      20 Under 40 Nominee Idaho State Journal / Idaho Power Apr 2018 Hard-working young professionals are key to a vibrant community and the thriving region. This age group is busy establishing a career, building a family and doing great things in our community. There are many individuals in this group who go above and beyond the necessary day-to-day tasks to better themselves, their businesses and the community. So we created this event for them, the young professionals who contribute to the success and growth in our community through business. We want to bring… Show more Hard-working young professionals are key to a vibrant community and the thriving region. This age group is busy establishing a career, building a family and doing great things in our community. There are many individuals in this group who go above and beyond the necessary day-to-day tasks to better themselves, their businesses and the community. So we created this event for them, the young professionals who contribute to the success and growth in our community through business. We want to bring attention to their work. Show less
    • Awarded to Maxwell Daniels
      2017 Bengal Boss of the Year Honorable Mention Award ISU Cares Jan 2018
    • Awarded to Maxwell Daniels
      ISU Leadership Development Program Certificate of Completion Idaho State University Dec 2017 Completed over 30 hours of learning in the following subject areas: Institutional Leadership, Communication Strategies and Leadership Styles, Conflict Management, Understanding the Change Process, Leadership Skills, Strategic Planning, Disability Services, Collaborative Leadership: Leading Groups and Teams, The Human Side of Leadership, Diversity in the Workforce, Title IX for Higher Education, Ethics, and HR Best Practices.
    • Awarded to Maxwell Daniels
      2016 Bengal Boss of the Year Honorable Mention Award ISU Cares Jan 2017 For my work during the 2016 year I was nominated as one of the best staff bosses in the Idaho State University Community. I was nominated by each of my staff members for my attention to detail, caring attitude, and managerial talent.
    • Awarded to Maxwell Daniels
      First Time Leadership Program Certificate of Completion Idaho State University Nov 2016 Completed over 20 hours of learning in the following subject areas: The Art of Delegation, Communicating Across Multiple Generations, How to Solve Problems, Managing Change, Managing Time Wisely, Skills of Good Communicator, Stressful Situations, Mentoring Others, Diversity Training, Bookkeeping, Purchasing, HR Basics, and Customer Service.
    • Awarded to Maxwell Daniels
      Graduate Research Symposisum - Top Oral Presnetation Idaho State University Graduate School Apr 2016 After presenting the current status of my work on the design and implementation of the modern control console for the Idaho State University AGN-201 nuclear reactor I was awarded the top oral presentation in my category "New Paradigms in Science and Engineering"
    • Awarded to Maxwell Daniels
      INPO Fellowship Recipient Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO) Aug 2015 Fellowship providing educational assistance funds for the timely completion of my Master's Degree.
    • Awarded to Maxwell Daniels
      Senator of the Year ASISU May 2014 The individual who best embodies what it means to be a representative, lives by the constitution and bylaws, and is not afraid to work hard for the good of their constituents is awarded this honor.
    • Awarded to Maxwell Daniels
      Eagle Scout Boy Scouts of America Jan 2009 The highest award for youth members of the Boy Scouts of America.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Firefighter / EMT

      Issued by Prince George's County on Oct 2021
      Prince George's CountyAssociated with Maxwell Daniels
    • President

      Issued by United Nations - Nuclear Young Generation on Dec 2019
      United Nations - Nuclear Young GenerationAssociated with Maxwell Daniels
    • Merit Badge Counselor

      Issued by Boy Scouts of America on Oct 2016
      Boy Scouts of AmericaAssociated with Maxwell Daniels
    • Eagle Scout

      Issued by Boy Scouts of America on Feb 1999
      Boy Scouts of AmericaAssociated with Maxwell Daniels
    • Medical Events Team Lead

      Issued by American Red Cross on Nov 2022
      American Red CrossAssociated with Maxwell Daniels