NATHAN ARMSTRONG
Summary
Accomplished Project Engineer with expertise in CAPEX and OEE improvement, adept at GMP and validation processes including IQ, OQ, and PQ. Proficient in process and equipment upgrades, change control using Trackwise 8, and documentation management with Teamcenter. Skilled in statistical and data analysis through Minitab, alongside vendor, contractor, and stakeholder management. Demonstrates strong technical writing abilities for URS, CER, and protocols. Competent in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and 3D printing. Committed to driving efficiency and innovation within engineering projects while pursuing opportunities for professional growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Project Engineer
Vantive Manufacturing (formerly Baxter Healthcare)
Castlebar, County Mayo
07.2023 - 11.2025
- Appointed to lead $1.2 million annual cost-reduction project, replacing plant solution filters with validated alternatives.
- Supported delivery of $10 million plant expansion, involving installation of new manufacturing line and cleanroom construction.
- Led dosing valve replacement project across multiple filling lines, improving fill times and throughput.
- Delivered obsolete equipment replacement projects, enhancing uptime and Overall Equipment Effectiveness.
- Managed energy-saving utilities upgrade, introducing a cooling-water method that reduced energy use and costs.
- Implemented process improvement project, modifying pipework to achieve one-second cycle-time reduction.
- Prepared URS and CER documentation, coordinated FAT/SAT/IQ/OQ/PQ activities, and managed change controls.
- Conducted statistical analysis using Minitab and managed documentation with Teamcenter.
- Led weekly project team meetings and provided bi-weekly updates to Senior Leadership.
Student Engineer
Hollister ULC
Ballina, County Mayo
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Produced 2D and 3D CAD models and printed prototypes to support product design.
- Drafted and executed engineering protocols to support validation activities.
- Used PlantMaster software for maintenance and engineering work orders.
- Completed introductory training in Fanuc robot programming.
- Developed Manufacturing Instructions (MIs) to enhance operator training and compliance.
Landscape Gardener
R&R Nurseries
Foxford, County Mayo
05.2015 - 08.2020
- Managed grounds maintenance, safety, and seasonal projects for residential and commercial clients.
Education
BEng (Hons) - Biomedical Engineering
University of Limerick
Ireland 09.2019 - 05.2023
Skills
- Project Engineering CAPEX & OEE Improvement
- Leading Cross-Functional Teams
- GMP & Validation (IQ, OQ, PQ)
- Process & Equipment Upgrades
- Change Control (Trackwise 8) Documentation (Teamcenter)
- Statistical & Data Analysis (Minitab)
- Vendor, Contractor & Stakeholder Management
- Technical Writing (URS, CER, Protocols)
- AutoCAD SolidWorks 3D Printing
Accomplishments
- Full Driver's Licence
- Head Boy (Leadership Recognition)
- Engineering Project Placed Top 20 in Ireland
- Represented County in GAA & Soccer
Timeline
Project Engineer
Vantive Manufacturing (formerly Baxter Healthcare)
07.2023 - 11.2025
Student Engineer
Hollister ULC
05.2021 - 01.2022
BEng (Hons) - Biomedical Engineering
University of Limerick
09.2019 - 05.2023
Landscape Gardener
R&R Nurseries
05.2015 - 08.2020