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SHANNON COPPULA, EIT

SHANNON COPPULA, EIT

Chicago,USA

Summary

Structural engineer with extensive experience excelling in diverse projects, from industrial to high-rise buildings, and conducting structural analyses using multiple analysis software, such as EnerCalc and Risa3D. I leverage strong communication and leadership skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring project success and adherence to IBC and ASCE standards.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Skills

  • ETABS and RISA 3D
  • EnerCal and RAM Concept
  • AutoCAD and Revit
  • Tekla Structures
  • IBC and ASCE standards
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Primavera P6

Work History

Plans Operations Officer

Illinois National Guard
Decatur, IL
08.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated interdepartmental efforts to ensure timely project completion.
  • Conducted regular operational plan reviews to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Provided guidance and direction to staff on operational tasks and activities.
  • Executed planning for operational events to achieve unit objectives.
  • Maintained accurate records of project timelines, task lists, and deliverables.
  • Performed risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.

Structural Engineer/Concrete Estimator

McHugh Construction
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - 04.2025
  • Produced preliminary estimates based on schematic and design development-level documents using TEKLA Structures.
  • Conducted structural analysis of existing structures to determine load-bearing capacity and structural integrity.
  • Prepared and reviewed structural engineering drawings and specifications for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
  • Created 3D models of proposed structures using Revit modeling software, and structural drawings using AutoCAD.
  • Calculated loads on structural members using hand calculations or computer models, such as RISA 3D or EnerCalc.
  • Designed reinforced concrete, steel, timber, and masonry structures in accordance with established engineering principles and safety standards.

Associate Structural Engineer

WSP USA Inc.
Chicago, USA
07.2022 - 11.2022
  • Computed structural design calculations for steel and concrete structures by using both IBC and ASCE as well as ETABS and RAM Concept
  • Attend meetings and discuss project details with different engineering disciplines and contractors
  • Reported to Senior Structural Engineer with responsibility to coordinate daily on projects and gain structural knowledge

Structural Engineer

Knight E/A Inc.
Chicago, IL
01.2020 - 07.2022
  • Maintained client relationships, prepared bids, and liaised with clients and sub-consultants
  • Provided structural support for a year with restorative design, existing design analysis, and improvements for concrete, wood, light-gauge, and steel buildings
  • Performed on-site inspections to recommend structural repairs and supervise construction
  • Perform drafting according to Illinois and Wisconsin specifications of industrial and commercial buildings, and misc. structures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil And Material Engineering

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
12-2019

Master of Science - Civil And Material Engineering

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL

Certification

  • Post-Tension Level 1 Inspector Dated: June 2024
  • Engineering-in-Training Cert #: 061041247

PROJECTS

Midlothian County Club - Wood Structure

  • Reviewing existing structure drawings to determine most cost-effective solution for addition
  • Coordinating with project architect
  • Compiling structural calculations using MathCAD and EnerCALC
  • Drawing the structural set using Revit 3D

White Sox Stadium - Concrete

  • On-site inspections for expanding player dug out
  • Provide structural design calculations with supervision of licensed engineer
  • Provided structural set on AutoCAD
  • Completed final site inspections throughout different stages of project

DuPage County Animal Shelter Expansions - Concrete and Steel

  • Providing design analysis for concrete and steel framing system
  • Draft structural set using Revit

Belt-Railway Company Office Remodel - Light-gauge steel and concrete

  • Structural analysis and detail of existing structure for additional concrete loading
  • Providing structural drawings using Revit
  • Coordinate with architect and MEP for office space

Cook County Forest Preserve - Wood Structure

  • Performed site inspection for existing wood structure
  • Provided structural design and details for steel stair replacement
  • Responsible with proposal, contracts, and construction cost.

WisDOT Culvert Extensions - Concrete 

  • Assisting bridge engineer in drafting multiple culverts in AutoCAD for WisDOT
  • Reviewing WisDOT specifications and AASTO

VA Brown Medical Center - Multi-story facility to existing hospital

  • Provided field inspections during construction
  • Provided site reports to architects
  • Coordinate with contractors and safety inspector

General Iron Facilities - Prefabricated Industrial Building 

  • Provided structural design of concrete foundations for prefabricated building, retaining walls, light-gauge steel framing, and concrete floor.
  • Coordinate with multiple structural firms
  • Provide drafting of design and details in AutoCAD and Revit

References

References available upon request.

Work Availability

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Timeline

Plans Operations Officer

Illinois National Guard
08.2023 - Current

Structural Engineer/Concrete Estimator

McHugh Construction
01.2023 - 04.2025

Associate Structural Engineer

WSP USA Inc.
07.2022 - 11.2022

Structural Engineer

Knight E/A Inc.
01.2020 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Civil And Material Engineering

University of Illinois At Chicago

Master of Science - Civil And Material Engineering

University of Illinois At Chicago

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