Graduate Research Assistant with expertise in computational fracture mechanics and structural analysis. Proven ability to contribute to research through authored and co-authored journal papers that advance the understanding of engineering material behavior. Valuable experience as a teaching assistant and engineer in the construction industry. Committed to advancing knowledge in materials and structural engineering while exploring innovative solutions to complex industry challenges.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Missouri
08.2021 - Current
Developed numerical formulations for fracture modeling of rate-independent quasi-brittle materials and rate- and temperature-dependent materials.
Authored and co-authored scientific papers showcasing computational techniques in fracture mechanics and other areas.
Presented research findings at various national conferences, highlighting contributions to fracture mechanics.
Teaching Assistant
University of Missouri
03.2022 - 12.2023
Held weekly office hours to assist students with concepts and problem-solving.
Prepared and graded weekly quizzes to assess student performance and comprehension.
Assisted in grading for a class of approximately 170 students each semester.
Urban Planning and Budget Engineer
Arquitectura Y Concreto SAS
03.2021 - 07.2021
Collaborated with the technical team in project planning to evaluate and decide on all technical aspects prior to design and construction phases.
Planned roadways and earthworks, optimizing design for structural stability and site conditions.
Created detailed time schedules and budgets to provide accurate material and cost estimates, ensuring efficient resource management.
BIM Resident Engineer
Arquitectura Y Concreto SAS
10.2020 - 03.2021
Managed 3D BIM models to identify and resolve conflicts between structural and specialty models during construction.
Monitored construction progress to provide timely information, aiding decision-making and proactively addressing potential problems.
Resident Engineer
Arquitectura Y Concreto SAS
10.2019 - 06.2020
Managed the construction phase of concrete structures, ensuring adherence to construction drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
Oversaw concrete production at an on-site plant, managing operations to ensure material quality and compliance with specified strength requirements.
Maintained detailed records of concrete strengths from the on-site production plant, analyzing performance data to inform decision-making and enhance construction processes.
Developed technical reports, providing detailed analyses of project progress and recommendations for improvement.
Teaching Assistant
National University of Colombia
08.2017 - 08.2019
Strength of Materials (Aug 2017 – Apr 2019)
Prepare and conducted laboratory tests following ASTM standards for tension, torsion, bending, and compression to assess the behavior of engineering materials.
Held help sessions to assist students with concepts and problem-solving.
Held weekly office hours to assist students with concepts and problem-solving.
Assisted in grading for a class of approximately 50 students each semester.
Reinforced Concrete (Aug 2018 – Apr 2019)
Guided students in the analysis, design, and development of structural drawings for reinforced concrete members, utilizing design software like SAP2000 and ETABS.
Instructed students on design standards (NSR-10, equivalent to ACI-318) to ensure adherence to real-world structural designs.
Held help sessions to assist students with concepts and problem-solving.
Assisted in grading for a class of approximately 40 students each semester.
Integral Calculus (Apr 2019 – Aug 2019)
Conducted two weekly help sessions to assist students with course material.
Held weekly office hours to assist students with with concepts and problem-solving.
Assisted in grading for over 400 students each semester.
Education
Ph.D. - Civil Engineering
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
05-2027
Master of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
National University of Colombia
Medellin, COL
12-2019
Skills
Computational fracture mechanics
Structural analysis and design
Analytical thinking
Problem-solving
Laboratory testing
Presentation skills
Awards
Outstanding graduate student - Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. University of Missouri 2024
Runner-up of the Modeling inelasticity and multiscale behavior student paper competition. EMI Conference 2022
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
University of Missouri
03.2022 - 12.2023
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Missouri
08.2021 - Current
Urban Planning and Budget Engineer
Arquitectura Y Concreto SAS
03.2021 - 07.2021
BIM Resident Engineer
Arquitectura Y Concreto SAS
10.2020 - 03.2021
Resident Engineer
Arquitectura Y Concreto SAS
10.2019 - 06.2020
Teaching Assistant
National University of Colombia
08.2017 - 08.2019
Ph.D. - Civil Engineering
University of Missouri
Master of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
National University of Colombia
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