Mohamad Shawar F.E.
Engineer In Training
Houston,TX
Summary
Committed Geotechnical Engineer with extensive experience providing guidance and planning complex geotechnical engineering projects. Excellent technical understanding of foundation and soil analysis. Strong research and technical writing skills and ability to produce well-researched reports. Passionate team player that prioritizes safety and innovation.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Laboratory Assistant
University Of Florida
Gainesville, FL
2017 - 2019
- Analyzed use of coal fly ash or glass pozzolan as mitigation tool for Alkali-Silica reactivity in MSW amended mortars
- Collected field data to research civil and environmental engineering impacts of using MSW ash as aggregate
- Wrote Standards of Procedure guidelines following research for Environmental Protection Agency, FDOT, and ASTM specifications
- Collaborated with Professors in department and external federal stakeholders and mentored lab assistants
Associate Researcher
University Of Florida
Gainesville, FL
2018 - 2019
- Secured project funding from UF, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), and Pasco Solid Waste & Resource Recovery
- Led privately funded project to change US regulations for sustainable use of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) ash in construction
- Field data collection to analyze effect of glass content on bearing capacity of MSW bottom ash to examine impacts of recycling policies
- Utilizing ASTM standards: collected 12 field samples, staged modified proctors, and evaluated Limerock Bearing Ratios
- Discovered direct correlation between bearing strength of MSW ash and glass content
Teaching Assistant
University Of Florida
Gainesville, FL
2017 - 2018
- Instructed upper-level undergraduate students and created assignments for Professional Engineer Steven Laux
- Managed two assistants to ensure quality of education through weekly meetings, collaborations, and QA/QC processes
- Taught vital aspects of Civil Engineering Practice including engineering principles, drawing reading, and cost estimating
Peer Job Coach
Arc Gateway, Inc.
Pensacola, FL
2015 - 2016
- Developed efficient spreadsheet through form automation that increase productivity by 50%
- Retained funding for program by compiling monthly reports submitted to Florida Department of Education
- Mentored 30 students with learning disabilities in Program for Adult Learning and Support at Pensacola State College
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University Of Florida
Gainesville, FL 08.2016 - 12.2019
Skills
Geotechnical Design
undefinedHonors/Memberships
- Tau Beta Pi Honor Society
- University Scholars Award at the University of Florida, 2018 - 2019
- President’s Honor Roll at the University of Florida, 2017
- Magna Cum Laude at Pensacola State College, 2016
- Member of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Deep Foundation Institute, and the American Concrete Institute
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University Of Florida
08.2016 - 12.2019
Peer Job Coach
Arc Gateway, Inc.
2015 - 2016
Teaching Assistant
University Of Florida
2017 - 2018
Associate Researcher
University Of Florida
2018 - 2019
Laboratory Assistant
University Of Florida
2017 - 2019
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