Thomas Cheney
Fair Oaks,CA
Summary
Experience as an Assistant in Civil Engineering at the County of El Dorado Department of Transportation. I have pursued as many learning opportunities as have been available with the County. I have assisted in the design of roadways using Civil 3D, led the design of drainage systems to meet MS4 requirements, completed stormwater analysis, inspected construction projects and interfaced with the contractors to overcome challenges in the field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant in Civil Engineering
County of El Dorado Department of Transportation
07.2023 - Current
- Analyzed and designed around hydraulics and hydrology of project watersheds to minimize impact.
- Assisted in design of arterial and rural roadways, ADA sidewalks, multi-use paths, and on/off ramps connecting to state highways.
- Completed permit packages for projects in challenging locations including environmentally sensitive areas, historical sites, and waterways.
- Inspected construction for culverts, roadway improvements, retaining walls, and sidewalks.
Student Assistant
California Department Of Transportation Caltrans
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with team members piloting the states LIDAR ADA inspection program.
- Supported Transportation Engineers with data entry tasks, ensuring accuracy in record-keeping systems.
- Provided cost estimates for small projects such as multi-use paths and guardrail replacement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Resources Engineering
California Polytechnic State University, Humboldt
Arcata, CA05-2023
Skills
- HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, EPA-SWMM
- Design in Civil 3D
- Construction inspection
- Safety rule enforcement
- Cost estimation
- Environmental compliance
- Problem solving
- Specifications reading
- Team communication
- Permit preparation
Certification
- Engineer In Training - No. 178807 (April 2023)
- NCEES 8 hour National PE Exam - (April 2025)
- OSHA HAZWOPER 40 hour
Timeline
Assistant in Civil Engineering
County of El Dorado Department of Transportation
07.2023 - Current
Student Assistant
California Department Of Transportation Caltrans
08.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Resources Engineering
California Polytechnic State University, Humboldt
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