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MOHAMMAD SHAHZAR INTEKHAB

San Diego,CA

Summary

Dynamic Structural Engineer with a proven track record at MiTek and Deyan Infratech, showcasing innovation and strategic thinking. Excelled in research, design, and implementation of structural solutions, significantly enhancing project efficiency. Co-authored a Scopus-indexed journal paper, embodying an entrepreneurial spirit and engineering expertise.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Structural R&D Analyst Intern

MiTek
Mission Viejo, CA
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Collaborated with a team of engineers to design and implement structural solutions, focusing on evaluating the capacity and effectiveness of various sizes of gang nail plates.
  • Performed finite element analysis (FEA) and design under supervision, drafted preliminary technical reports, and assisted with the literature survey and developing research studies, leading to improved efficiency in the design and performance of gang nail plates.

Structural Research Apprentice

Structural Engineering Lab (Prof. Purnachandra Saha)
Bhubaneswar, IN
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Assisted in researching and implementing structural solutions for earthquake analysis of high-rise structures.
  • Conducted case studies comparing dynamic and static methods for analyzing irregular, high-rise buildings.
  • Contributed to two conference papers presented internationally, and co-authored research on seismic analysis methods for high-rise, irregular structures, published in a Scopus-indexed journal.

Junior Design Intern

Deyan Infratech
Bhubaneswar, IN
08.2021 - 09.2022
  • Collaborated with a team of young engineers at this design consultancy, working on various structural engineering projects
  • Contributed to several projects involving planning, drafting, structural analysis, design, and detailing of residential and commercial building structures, leading to more efficient project planning, execution and profit

Education

Master's - Structural Engineering

University of California, San Diego
San Diego, CA
12.2024

Bachelor's - Civil Engineering

Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology
Bhubaneswar, IN
09.2021

Skills

  • Engineering
  • Advanced Structural Analysis
  • Structural Dynamics
  • Advanced Concrete Design
  • Advanced Steel Design
  • Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
  • Advanced Soil Mechanics
  • Bridge Design/Cable Structures
  • SHM and NDE
  • Computational techniques in Finite Element Method
  • ETABS
  • ANSYS
  • ABAQUS
  • REVIT
  • AUTOCAD

Accomplishments

  • Contributed to increase in company innovation
  • Provided strategic value adds to the organization
  • Increased project completion speed

Languages

English, Proficient

Publications

Analysis Methods of Irregular High-Rise Buildings Subjected to Seismic Loads, Journal of Vibration Engineering and Technologies/Springer Nature, (DOI: 10.1007/s42417-022-00636-3) 

Projects

Bridge Redesign Project, Lemon Grove, CA, (06/01/24),: Redesigned a two-span curved bridge to enhance structural performance and reduce seismic loads adhering to AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and ACI 318-19; Pedestrian Bridge Design Project, San Diego, CA, (05/01/24) : Designed a new pedestrian bridge connecting the Epstein Family Amphitheatre and the SME building in alignment with San Diego City's Climate Action Plan, focusing on sustainability and aesthetics. Seismic Design of Special Moment Frames, San Diego, CA, (10/01/23): Designed perimeter Special Moment Frames (SMF) to resist east-west seismic loads for a 4-Story Office Building. Special Concentrically Braced Frame (SCBF) Design, San Diego, CA, (11/01/23): Designed a Special Concentrically Braced Frame (SCBF) for a 4-story office building to resist earthquake loads.

Life Philosophy

Scientists dream about doing great things. Engineers do them - James A. Michener.

Passions

Passionate about designing safe, sustainable, and innovative structures that solve complex engineering challenges.

Timeline

Structural R&D Analyst Intern

MiTek
06.2024 - 09.2024

Structural Research Apprentice

Structural Engineering Lab (Prof. Purnachandra Saha)
08.2021 - 12.2022

Junior Design Intern

Deyan Infratech
08.2021 - 09.2022

Master's - Structural Engineering

University of California, San Diego

Bachelor's - Civil Engineering

Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology
MOHAMMAD SHAHZAR INTEKHAB