Jonathan Gleason
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Dynamic engineering professional with hands-on experience at W&W | AFCO Steel, adept in CAD modeling and automation programming. Developed innovative tools in Grasshopper and VBA, enhancing workflow efficiency and accuracy. Proven problem-solver with a strong ability to learn independently and optimize processes, driving team success in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Intern
W&W | AFCO Steel
Oklahoma City, OK
05.2025 - Current
- Self-taught in Grasshopper, Rhino, Tekla, and CAD; quickly learned and applied advanced modeling and scripting tools to production engineering workflows.
- Developed a Grasshopper automation script to convert Tekla objects into Rhino objects while preserving all metadata, attributes, user-defined properties, and model hierarchy.
- Designed a Tekla extension to compute the arc length of any compound curved part, and then dimensioned it onto a drawing.
- Researched, evaluated, and documented engineering techniques, digital tools, and workflow methods to support team efficiency, design optimization, and process standardization.
- Reviewed and validated drawing revisions by cross-checking 2D engineering drawings, fabrication details, and revision histories against corresponding 3D CAD/BIM models to ensure dimensional accuracy and design compliance.
Production Intern
W&W | AFCO Steel
Oklahoma City, OK
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Built an Excel-based inventory management tool with automated VBA macros to rapidly search stock data, identify potential component matches, and improve sourcing efficiency.
- Maintained and improved Excel documents to increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Participated in weekly meetings to ensure steady pacing and efficiency.
- Assisted team members with technical tasks to ensure accurate results, resolved issues, and met project deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05-2027
High School Diploma -
Edmond North High School
Edmond, OK05-2023
Engineering Academy -
Francis Tuttle Engineering Academy
Oklahoma City, OK05.2023
Skills
- CAD modeling - AutoCAD, Rhino, Tekla
- Grasshopper - Visual programming
- Programming automation - Python, VBA
- Microsoft Excel
- Bluebeam
- Strumis
- Technical Research and Documentation
- Problem-solving and self-directed learning
Timeline
Engineering Intern
W&W | AFCO Steel
05.2025 - Current
Production Intern
W&W | AFCO Steel
05.2024 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Oklahoma
High School Diploma -
Edmond North High School
Engineering Academy -
Francis Tuttle Engineering Academy