Hazem Dakhil
Topeka,United States
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented Structural Engineer with 3+ years of experience in structural analysis and multidisciplinary coordination. Seeking to contribute engineering expertise to a dynamic organization focused on high-quality infrastructure or Structural design.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Bridge & Structural Engineer
Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT)
08.2023 - Current
- Review structural plans to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, including (IBC, ACI 318, AISC and ASCE) for reinforced concrete design and steel, as well as other relevant structural design standards.
- Conduct structural analysis and design for bridges and sign structures, ensuring compliance with AASHTO and DOT standards.
- Perform load rating calculations to assess bridge capacity and safety.
- Develop STAAD Pro models to evaluate structural behavior under service and extreme loads.
- Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including geotechnical, transportation, and construction engineers, to ensure seamless project execution.
- Design drilled shafts, columns, foundations, and substructures for various bridge types.
- Design slabs, beams, and girders superstructure for various bridge types.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to bridge design and safety.
- Utilize software such as OBM, AutoCAD and STAAD Pro to develop bridge plans and structural models.
- Participate in field checks and construction oversight to verify design implementation.
- Performed hydraulic modeling and floodplain analysis using HEC-RAS for bridge design projects.
Teaching Assistant (TA)
University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL)
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted in teaching undergraduate structural and civil engineering courses by providing guidance on theoretical concepts and practical applications.
- Conducted lab sessions, reviewed engineering problems, and provided hands-on demonstrations for structural analysis and design software.
- Graded assignments, quizzes, and exams, ensuring fair evaluation and constructive feedback.
- Held office hours and mentoring sessions to support students in understanding course material and improving problem-solving skills.
- Assisted professors in preparing course materials, including lecture notes, presentations, and exams.
Education
Master's degree - Structural Engineering
University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL)
Omaha, NE06.2023
Bachelor's degree - Structural Engineering
Tishreen University
Syria01.2019
Skills
- STAAD PRO
- Shop drawing reviews
- Field reviews
- Quantity estimates
- OpenBridge Designer
- Bluebeam Revu
- Mathcad
- RISA 3D
- AutoCAD
- Project Management
- Documentation
- Preparation of plan sets
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bridge & Structural Engineer
Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT)
08.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant (TA)
University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL)
08.2022 - 02.2023
Master's degree - Structural Engineering
University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL)
Bachelor's degree - Structural Engineering
Tishreen University
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