Nathan Brunner
About Nathan Brunner
Nathan Brunner is a Design Engineer at Spectrum Brands, Inc., where he has worked since 2013. He has extensive experience in product design and development, particularly in creating innovative packaging solutions and aquarium products.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Nathan Brunner has been employed at Spectrum Brands, Inc. as a Design Engineer since 2013. Over the course of his 11 years in this role, he has contributed to the design and development of various products, including bottles, caps, and sprayers for brands such as Spectracide, Cutter/Repel, Hot Shot, and Nature's Miracle. His responsibilities include collaborating with outside vendors to create innovative blow-molded bottles and plastic-injected parts, as well as consulting with packaging engineers to optimize product sizes for efficient storage and shipping.
Previous Experience in Design Engineering
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Nathan Brunner held several positions in design engineering. He worked at SADAR 3D, Inc. as a Design Engineer for 11 months in 2012-2013. Prior to that, he served as an Application Engineer at QTE Manufacturing Solutions from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, he worked as a CAD Designer/Draftsman at True Manufacturing from 2001 to 2004 and at Loren Cook Company from 1998 to 2001. His diverse experience in these roles has contributed to his expertise in design and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Nathan Brunner studied at Missouri State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Drafting and Design, with a special emphasis in Mechanics. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in design principles and engineering practices, which he applies in his current role as a Design Engineer.
Innovative Product Development
Throughout his career, Nathan Brunner has been involved in the creation and redesign of various innovative products. At Spectrum Brands, he has developed and redesigned filter housings for Tetra and Marineland product lines in the Aquatics division. He has also created new aquarium kits featuring advanced technology and easy-care functionality for GloFish and Tetra. His work includes operating 3D printers to produce physical prototypes that demonstrate functionality and design to different departments within the company.