Katie Swenson
Sutton,USA
Summary
Dynamic Coastal Engineer with proven expertise at KS Associates in civil engineering design and regulatory compliance. Skilled in AutoCAD and project documentation, I excel in delivering innovative solutions for waterfront infrastructure while fostering collaboration within teams. My attention to detail and problem-solving abilities ensure successful project outcomes and adherence to environmental permitting processes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Coastal Engineer
KS Associates
Elyria, OH
2022.06 - Current
- Provides Civil and Coastal Engineering Design and Technical Services for Waterfront, Coastal, and Water-Resource Infrastructure Projects
- Collaborates with Other Skilled Team Members of the Coastal Engineering Department and Surveyors.
- Performs Design Work, Site Plans, Permit Plans, Erosion Control Plans, Construction Documents, and Bid Documents for Revetments, Piers, Stormwater Outfalls, Dredging Projects, and Related Waterfront Infrastructure.
- Prepares Opinions of Probable Construction Costs and Supporting Project Documentation.
- Prepare and Coordinate Environmental and Water-Resource Permitting with Regulatory Agencies, including USACE and ODNR.
- Conducts Site Investigations and Field Assessments to Evaluate Existing Conditions, Identify Project Constraints, and Support Engineering Design.
- Communicates Technical Evaluations, Design Considerations, Field Observations, and Permitting Requirements with Project Managers, Engineers, Clients, Contractors, and Regulatory Agencies.
- Prepare Technical Reports and Engineering Documentation Based on Site Investigations, Design Work, Inspections, and Regulatory Requirements.
- Applies Knowledge of Regulatory Regulations, FEMA Requirements, Floodplain Considerations, and Metocean Conditions to Related Engineering Projects.
Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Intern
Karl Storz
Charlton, MA
2018.07 - 2020.02
- Created a User-friendly Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Schematic for a Stamping Tool Pess to Support Safe and Consistent Manufacturing Operations.
- Designed, Engineered, and 3D-printed Tool Receptacles for Manufacturing Use
- Tested Prototypes on a New Product to Evaluate Safety, Quality, and Functionality.
- Developed Procedures and Testing Protocols to Support Engineering and Manufacturing Activities.
- Collected and Evaluated Data and Developed a Product Storage Solution Based on Engineering and Operational Requirements.
- Collaborated with Engineering and Manufacturing Personnel to Develop Practical Solutions and Communicate Technical Information.
- Filed Documents for Calibration with use of the Software, SAP.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ocean Engineering
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH05.2022
Skills
- Civil 3D proficiency
- Coastal infrastructure analysis
- Civil engineering design
- Coastal engineering
- Project documentation preparation
- Field assessments and evaluations
- AutoCAD expertise
- Erosion control strategies
- Team collaboration skills
- Engineering documentation management
- Dredging operations
- Waterfront infrastructure development
- Metocean analysis techniques
- US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) experience
- Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) knowledge
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Regulatory compliance expertise
- Regulatory agency coordination
- Environmental permitting processes
- Permit application management
- Wetland delineation techniques
- FEMA and floodplain requirements knowledge
- Site planning and design
- Permit plan preparation
- Bid document creation
- Technical report writing
- Construction documentation oversight
- Opinion of probable construction costs analysis
- Specification development
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Accomplishments
- Dean’s List: Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2019, Spring 2022
- Study Abroad Program in Perth, Australia
- Member of the McNair Scholar Program
- Recipient of the Alice Mitchell Marine Science Scholarship
- Recipient of the Winchester R. Wood Memorial Scholarship
- Vice President and Treasurer of the Hall Council
- Social Media Manager for Marine Technology Society
Timeline
Coastal Engineer
KS Associates
2022.06 - Current
Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Intern
Karl Storz
2018.07 - 2020.02
Bachelor of Science - Ocean Engineering
University of New Hampshire