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Ahmed Khamiss

Summary

Dedicated and experienced Geotechnical Engineer with a strong background in soil testing, specifications, and standards. Over five years, I have participated in the design of diverse projects, including bridges, multi-story buildings, tanks, and water pipeline installations, as well as the assessment of structures for repair. I also have four years of experience as a Teaching Assistant for soil mechanics and foundation engineering classes at Alexandria University, Egypt. I'm well-equipped to bring my technical and educational background to a challenging geotechnical engineering role, contributing to project success and continuous improvement.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Graduate Research Assistant

Southern Methodist University
09.2021 - Current

I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a primary research focus on investigating the seismic response of geotechnical structures. My research employs the discrete-element method to study the dynamic behavior of these structures under seismic loading. My first study examines the seismic response of tunnels constructed in deep dry granular deposit. Deep foundations and retaining walls are the currently examined structures in my dissertation work.

Teaching Assistant

Alexandria University
09.2017 - 08.2021

As a teaching assistant, I played a key role in teaching support classes of soil mechanics and foundation engineering. In this position, I presented engaging and informative lectures to students, helping them to understand complex issues and furthering their understanding of key concepts.

Structural Design Engineer

Civil Engineering Consulting Office
01.2018 - 06.2021

As a part-time Design Engineer, I was responsible for the design and engineering of a diverse range of structures, including water tanks, swimming pools, bridges, and residential buildings. In this role, I took on various responsibilities related to both superstructure and substructure elements.

Education

Ph.D. - Civil Engineering

Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX
05.2024

Master of Science - Structural Engineering

Alexandria University
Alexandria
05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Alexandria University
Alexandria
07.2017

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • AutoCad
  • Numerical Modeling
  • Programming
  • PhotoShop
  • Sap2000
  • Etabs

Certification

  • Engineer in Training License
  • Professional Engineer Exam passed on April 25, 2023.

Publications

A Khamiss and U El Shamy. Discrete-element method simulations of the Seismic Response of Tunnels in Deep Granular Deposit. Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, 172:108012, 2023.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Graduate Research Assistant

Southern Methodist University
09.2021 - Current

Structural Design Engineer

Civil Engineering Consulting Office
01.2018 - 06.2021

Teaching Assistant

Alexandria University
09.2017 - 08.2021

Ph.D. - Civil Engineering

Southern Methodist University

Master of Science - Structural Engineering

Alexandria University

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Alexandria University
Ahmed Khamiss