Esther J. Baas, P.E.
Corvallis,OR
Summary
A licensed Professional Engineer with a demonstrated record of project success through effective management and creative solutions to challenges. A passion for sustainability has blossomed into an expertise in in-situ assessments and inspections during graduate school, and no in over four years of professional experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Engineer II
MSS Engineering, Inc.
10.2021 - Current
- Developed as-built drawings using Revit and AutoCAD of existing structures for use in rehabilitation and renovations.
- Evaluated existing structures for needed improvements or retrofits based on current codes, safety requirements, or client needs.
- Performed structural analysis and design for various types of buildings, from single-family homes to medical facilities, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards.
- Delivered clear and concise technical documentation for design packages, ensuring smooth communication between all stakeholders involved in a project.
- Traveled to construction sites to collaborate with construction and architectural personnel and confirm compliance with design parameters and regulations.
- Managed projects from the proposal phase, including budget tracking and direct client coordination.
Structural Engineer Intern
raSmith National, Inc.
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Reviewed shop drawings, construction plans, and material submittals to ensure they met design specifications and requirements.
- Assisted senior engineers with structural calculations, analysis, and drafting for the design of renovations and new commercial buildings.
Rotational Engineering Co-op
CH2M Hill
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Performed structural calculations and drafting for the addition of a polymer overlay on over 50 highway bridges.
- Reduced errors in construction through thorough inspections of installation techniques for a two-mile stretch of highway.
Education
Master of Science - Civil Engineering & Wood Science
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI06.2018
Skills
- AutoCAD & Revit
- RISA 3D & RISA Connection
- Renovations, Repairs, & Retrofits
- Steel & Timber Design
- Report Writing
- Inspections & Assessments
- Building Code Compliance
- Project Management
- Structural Analysis
Awards
- National Council of Structural Engineers Association (NCSEA) 2024 Young Member Summit Scholarship
- Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) Professional Leader Scholarship
- College of Forestry Dean's Distinguished Fellowship
- Bea Haggerty Outstanding Student Service Award
- American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Fox Valley Scholarhip
Timeline
Structural Engineer II
MSS Engineering, Inc.
10.2021 - Current
Structural Engineer Intern
raSmith National, Inc.
05.2018 - 08.2018
Rotational Engineering Co-op
CH2M Hill
08.2015 - 05.2018
Master of Science - Civil Engineering & Wood Science
Oregon State University
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Marquette University
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