Rachel Barton
Summary
A Highly motivated and driven Structural Engineer with a background in heavy industrial design and analysis, specializing in paper mills, equipment foundations, and various structural systems. Adept in full project lifecycle management, from conceptual design to construction support. Eager to apply expertise in structural analysis, load calculations, and materials selection to support the design and construction of high-voltage transmission lines.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Structural Engineer
Yates Engineers, LLC
Hoover, AL
05.2021 - Current
- Led the structural design and analysis of various industrial structures, including OCC buildings, tank foundations, and equipment load-bearing systems, ensuring that designs adhered to industry standards and safety regulations.
- Managed design calculations and material selection for heavy industrial equipment, foundations, slabs, and pipe supports, similar to the load-bearing and material analysis needed in transmission line design.
- Conducted structural assessments and retrofitting for existing facilities, drawing on expertise in applied loads, foundation coordination, and structural analysis techniques that are transferable to transmission line design.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, and civil engineers) to ensure project alignment and optimize design solutions, ensuring efficient designs with constructability in mind.
- Provided repair and addition design for existing structures, a skill that can translate to updating or maintaining existing transmission lines.
- Designed cost-effective, sustainable and safe plans for large and small projects.
- Performed structural inspections and assessments on existing buildings to identify deficiencies and recommend remedial actions.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with emerging technologies and methodologies in structural engineering.
- Computed loads and material stresses to determine optimal design specifications.
- Made accurate calculations regarding stresses and loads.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05-2022
Skills
- Structural analysis and design (structural steel, foundations, load calculations, materials)
- Applied loads and load factors
- Foundation coordination and soil mechanics
- AutoCAD, STAAD Pro, Revit, RISA 3D, HILTI Profis, RISA Foundations, RISA Connections, Tekla TEDDS, Microsoft Excel
- Strong understanding of engineering design phases (conceptual, detailed design, and construction)
- Cross-disciplinary collaboration (working with electrical, mechanical, and civil engineers)
Certification
- OSHA 10
- TAPPISAFE
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Structural Engineer
Yates Engineers, LLC
05.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
The University of Alabama
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