Trevor Nelson
Loves Park,Illinois
Summary
Data-focused IT professional with experience in data transformation pipeline development, machine learning operations, and cloud infrastructure. Proven track record of architecting data solutions and leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex technical projects. Expertise in Python development, data engineering best practices, and MLOps, with a strong foundation in establishing reliable data workflows that support AI/ML initiatives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Developer Analyst
Woodward, Inc.
10.2021 - Current
- Designed and implemented ETL data pipelines using Python, Spark, and SQL to transform enterprise Workday data for machine learning model training and analysis in Palantir Foundry.
- Architected and developed a containerized semantic search application, including data ingestion and transformation pipelines, while mentoring a junior developer on best practices.
- Led development of AI integration projects, including implementing Python APIs for Azure OpenAI models and supporting the deployment of a 3rd party AI application on Azure cloud infrastructure.
- Created robust data transformation services to process unstructured engineering documents into machine-learning-ready formats for a custom chatbot NLP application.
- Used Azure DevOps for version control, CI/CD pipelines, and project management following Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Improved development efficiency by containerizing applications using Docker.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with analysts, users, and developers to gather requirements and design scalable solutions.
- Developed and maintained production applications (MIS 1, MIS 2, & PCS) using Python, JavaScript, and SQL, including user interface design and implementation.
Technical Writer
Woodward, Inc.
06.2014 - 10.2021
- Developed and implemented data extraction scripts using Python and SQL for two Ignition applications.
- Led technical evaluation and implementation of enterprise-wide PTC publications software, including requirements gathering, vendor assessment, and stakeholder management.
- Engineered custom JavaScript solutions to enhance Arbortext stylesheets, enabling automated document formatting and consistency.
- Managed end-to-end documentation lifecycle for 100+ technical documents (12 new CMMs, 33 CMM revisions, 55 service bulletins), coordinating with cross-functional teams including engineers and operations technicians.
- Created and executed project schedules using agile methodologies, providing regular status updates to key stakeholders.
- Led document validation processes, organizing hands-on sessions to ensure technical accuracy and usability.
- Implemented and managed document distribution workflows for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Technical Writer
Precision Dose
12.2013 - 06.2014
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (engineers, maintenance, production) to gather technical requirements, analyze processes, and transform complex workflows into standardized documentation.
- Used document management workflows to track review cycles, approvals, and versioning across multiple stakeholders.
- Established data collection processes to capture technical specifications and operational procedures from diverse sources.
Technical Writer
Navistar, Inc.
02.2013 - 11.2013
- Led cross-functional collaboration with technical experts (illustrators, engineers, mechanics, legal) to gather, analyze, and transform complex technical information into standardized documentation, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Managed validation processes for technical documentation, including coordinating hands-on testing sessions and incorporating feedback into final deliverables.
- Successfully delivered high-priority projects under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment to meet critical business objectives.
Jr. Project Manager
Sjostrom & Sons, Inc
07.2009 - 08.2011
- Led end-to-end management of a $300,000 infrastructure project, including data-driven progress tracking, resource allocation, and risk assessment.
- Estimated costs across 17 construction projects, leveraging historical data and market trends to ensure bid accuracy.
- Reported monthly cost projections to C-level executives.
- Created project schedules to optimize resource allocation and track milestones.
- Delivering progress reports to stakeholders and managed expectations across multiple organizational levels.
Education
M.S. - Data Science
University of Wisconsin
12-2025
B.S. - Computer Information Systems
Regis University
Denver, Colorado08.2020
B.A. - English
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, Illinois12.2012
Skills
- Python
- SQL
- R
- Containerization (Docker)
- Git
- Azure Cloud Services
- Natural Language Processing
- Retrieval Augmented Generation/Chatbots
- Machine Learning
- Deep Learning
- Distributed/Cluster Computing
Timeline
IT Developer Analyst
Woodward, Inc.
10.2021 - Current
Technical Writer
Woodward, Inc.
06.2014 - 10.2021
Technical Writer
Precision Dose
12.2013 - 06.2014
Technical Writer
Navistar, Inc.
02.2013 - 11.2013
Jr. Project Manager
Sjostrom & Sons, Inc
07.2009 - 08.2011
B.S. - Computer Information Systems
Regis University
B.A. - English
Northern Illinois University
M.S. - Data Science
University of Wisconsin
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