Ashton Hewson
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Motivated civil engineering student graduating from the University of Alabama in Huntsville in May 2026. Recently passed the FE Civil exam in January, 2026. Built practical experience through internships at ELM Structural Engineers and UAH Facilities and Operations Department. Currently serving as Treasurer for UAH’s ASCE chapter and leading the Steel Bridge team. Excited to apply strong design, analysis, and leadership skills to a structural engineering team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Specialist IV
UAH - Facilities and Operations
Huntsville, AL
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted the Planning Design & Construction unit with maintaining and managing project record documents and existing as-built documentation.
- Digitally scanned and filed existing archive files.
- Conducted building reviews to verify existing conditions then updated and maintained computer aided drawing (CAD) files.
- Assisted with processing building information requests as they were submitted by UAH faculty, staff, design professionals, contractors, and vendors.
Structural Engineering Intern
ELM Structural Engineers
Huntsville, AL
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in the preparation of detailed project reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
- Utilized software programs such as AutoCAD, and Revit for preparing detailed designs and plans.
Pool Maintenance Technician / Owner
Self-Employed/Superior Pool Construction
Florence, AL
02.2019 - 05.2025
- Owned and operated a pool maintenance service, managing scheduling, client relations, chemical balancing, equipment repairs, and seasonal openings/closings for residential pools.
- Coordinated and secured necessary permits for construction projects, ensuring compliance with local regulations and timely project completion.
- Performed hands-on construction and installation support for pool structures, including excavation, rebar placement, concrete pours, and formwork—gaining practical exposure to site safety, materials handling, and basic structural practices.
- Enhanced pool water quality by conducting regular chemical balancing and treatment processes for approximately 30 customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering - Structural Concentration
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Huntsville, AL05.2026
Skills
- Structural analysis & design
- Software: AutoCAD, Revit, STAADPro, Mathcad, Civil3D, Bentley MicroStation
- Team collaboration / communication
- Problem-solving & attention to detail
Affiliations
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) – Student Chapter, University of Alabama in Huntsville
- Treasurer (2025–2026): Elected position managing chapter finances, budgeting for events and competitions, collecting dues, and supporting 50+ members.
- Steel Bridge Competition Team Lead (2024–Present): Led a 6-person team in the design, analysis, fabrication, and erection of a scale-model steel bridge per ASCE/AISC competition rules; oversaw structural optimization for strength, stiffness, and constructability.
Certification
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam – Passed, NCEES January, 2026
Timeline
Student Specialist IV
UAH - Facilities and Operations
08.2024 - 05.2025
Structural Engineering Intern
ELM Structural Engineers
08.2023 - 12.2023
Pool Maintenance Technician / Owner
Self-Employed/Superior Pool Construction
02.2019 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering - Structural Concentration
University of Alabama in Huntsville