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MERCY KANGOGO

Summary

Civil and Environmental Engineer with 4+ years of experience in water distribution systems, wastewater infrastructure, and environmental contaminant research. Experienced in municipal water main design, sewer rehabilitation, GIS asset management, and environmental modeling of PFAS and other emerging contaminants. Proven ability to support multidisciplinary engineering teams through design development, permitting coordination, cost estimation, and construction support. Skilled in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and data-driven environmental analysis, with a strong commitment to sustainable infrastructure systems.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Engineer

Shrewsberry and Associates LLC
06.2024 - Current

Project C_ Lebanon Water supply Project (Marion/ Boone County- IN)

· Support design of 2,700 LF of 16-inch municipal water main including valves, hydrants, and system appurtenances.

· Conduct site visits to verify field conditions and evaluate constructability of proposed infrastructure.

· Assist in development of Opinion of Probable Construction Cost (OPCC) and project permitting matrix.

· Contribute to technical specifications, design reports, and project coordination meetings.

Citizen Energy Group - Material Library Update (Indianapolis- IN)

· Reviewed and evaluated 2,300+ water and gas material specifications to improve database accuracy.

· Identified duplicate and obsolete entries and coordinated updates with utility staff.

· Improved data organization within the enterprise material management system.

Rhodia Site_ Parkhill Affordable Housing (Louisville-Kentucky)

· Assisted in review of construction drawings, site visits, stormwater management design, and permitting documentation for 233-unit affordable housing development.

· Evaluated stormwater management alternatives to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainability.

Corolina Sewer- Vortex drop structures (Portland-OR)

· Supported design review of vortex drop structures and odor control systems.

· Assisted with airflow and efficiency calculations and vendor coordination for vault and ventilation systems.

· Assisted in preparation of technical memorandum, technical coordination and technical specifications.

Gary Sanitary District Map Update (Gary, IN)

· Digitized sanitary and stormwater assets including pipes, manholes, and pump stations within GIS.

· Exported infrastructure datasets into AutoCAD and Excel for engineering analysis and design coordination

Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment Plant

· Assisted in technical review and coordination for design of a new hypochlorite facility.

· Prepared materials for project coordination meetings and design discussions.

Research Experience

Tennessee State University
02.2023 - Current

· Conduct research on transport and sorption behavior of PFAS in the vadose zone using machine learning techniques.

· Analyze degradation kinetics of neonicotinoids and other contaminants of emerging concern (CECs) under NSF-funded research.

· Utilize LC-MS analytical methods and computational modeling to study contaminant transport in environmental systems.

· Contribute to research publications and data analysis related to groundwater contamination and environmental remediation.

Graduate Engineer

Mangat I.B Patel (MIBP) Ltd
06.2021 - 02.2023

Mtwapa Water Distribution Works_ Kilifi Water and Sewerage Company (KIMAWASCO) – Mtwapa, Kenya

· Assisted in design and supervision of water transmission and distribution systems including valves, washouts, and bulk meters.

· Prepared construction drawings, technical reports, and Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs).

· Conducted site inspections and ensured compliance with environmental, social, health, and safety standards.

Construction of 12 Ablution Blocks in Kilifi County, Kenya

· Supervised construction of 12 public sanitation facilities serving markets and beaches.

· Coordinated stakeholder engagement and community awareness initiatives.

Design of Kahawa west, Githurai 44 & 45, Kahawa Sukari and Kamiti Reticulation Sewers, Nairobi- Kenya

· Supported design of 118 miles of sewer network, 8,000 household sewer connections two new fecal exhauster discharge and ancillary facilities, and improvements to the Ruiru Sewage Treatment Works, including upgrades to the grit removal channel and the interconnection pipeline.

· Assisted with contract documentation, construction monitoring, and meeting coordination.

Project Intern

Gibb Africa Limited
10.2020 - 05.2021

· Assisted in supervision of Juja–Thika South wastewater treatment Works, including trunk and reticulation sewer systems.

· Reviewed contractor reports, supported site inspections, and conducted watertightness testing.

Intern

Kenya National Highways Authority
06.2019 - 08.2019

Assisted with the supervision of stabilization works, road marking, pothole patching, gabion installations, drainage control, quality assurance activities, sub-base repairs, shoulder reinstatement, surveying, and tracking the progress of construction activities.

Education

Master of Engineering - Civil and Environmental Engineering

Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Kenyatta University
07-2021

Skills

Civil Engineering Software
Civil 3D AutoCAD ArcGIS Tekla Structural Designer

Data & Analysis
Stata Synchro Microsoft Excel Environmental Data Analysis

Engineering Areas
Water Distribution Systems
Wastewater Infrastructure
Stormwater Management
Environmental Modeling
Construction Supervision
Contract Documentation

Affiliations

  • American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
  • American Water Works Association (AWWA)
  • Water and Environmental Federation (WEF)
  • Clean Water Professionals of KY-TN (CWP)
  • American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Membership

Accomplishments

Professional Engineer (PE) - Indiana

Activities Awards Honours

  • Member of the America Water Works Association (AWWA)
  • Clean Water Professionals of KY-TN (CWP)
  • American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
  • TSU Global Ambassador- Office of International affairs
  • 2023 J&L Presidential Scholarship awardee
  • 2023 CWP-KT and KYTN Scholarship Awardee
  • National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI) Counselor
  • Participated at the 2024 AMIE Design Challenge

Timeline

Project Engineer

Shrewsberry and Associates LLC
06.2024 - Current

Research Experience

Tennessee State University
02.2023 - Current

Graduate Engineer

Mangat I.B Patel (MIBP) Ltd
06.2021 - 02.2023

Project Intern

Gibb Africa Limited
10.2020 - 05.2021

Intern

Kenya National Highways Authority
06.2019 - 08.2019

Master of Engineering - Civil and Environmental Engineering

Tennessee State University

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Kenyatta University
MERCY KANGOGO