Zeying Zhu
Odessa,Tx
Summary
Hardworking and detail-focused Civil Engineer with hands-on experience in site design, residential development, and municipal infrastructure projects. I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with clients, city departments, and project teams to help bring designs to life from initial concepts to final plans. I’m comfortable managing tasks, supporting proposals, and guiding projects to stay on time and within budget. Currently in the process of earning my Professional Engineering license, and always eager to learn from more experienced engineers, expand my technical knowledge, and take on new challenges that help me grow both professionally and personally.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Magrym Consulting Inc.
01.2022 - Current
- Prepares engineering plans, design calculations, specifications, bid documents and cost estimates
- Creates designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematics and final drafts
- Collects and analyzes data under the supervision of an experienced engineer
- Uses computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems
- Performs work in accordance with agreed-upon budget and schedule under little supervision
- Completes tasks efficiently by utilizing time to complete tasks accurately, ontime, and within budget
- Knowledge of local and state design standards and procedures
- Managed projects from procurement to commission
- Mentored junior team members in project management best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to better overall performance
- Visits sites regularly and attends meetings with clients/contractors as needed
- Communicates with project team members, client representatives, and customers as appropriate to the project
- Started as a Civil EIT, promoted to Civil Engineer II, then Project Manager
Drafter and Designer
Mid South Metals
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Used computer-aided design software to prepare project blueprints.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Increased overall client satisfaction rates by promptly addressing issues or concerns related to drafted plans, making necessary adjustments as needed.
Civil Engineer (Intern)
Delta Paving and Construction, LLC
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Plan, design and assist in the construction of highways and commercial shopping center parking lots.
- Assist Project Manager to ensure that all load baring foundations are correct.
- Discuss and implement best practices for site safety.
- Provide technical support for construction effort including participation in construction planning and design; interpretation of design; application of construction methods; resolution and documentation of design conflicts; constructability reviews, etc.
- Interprets technical drawings and schematics and makes changes as necessary in the field to reflect work carried out on site
Graduate Researcher and Teaching Assistant
Southern Illinois University
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Research work on experimental design and preparing project report.
- Environmental engineering lab instructor.
- Water and wastewater treatment classroom assistant.
- Reviewed peer manuscripts prior to submission for publication, offering constructive feedback to ensure high-quality content was produced.
- Managed research project timelines effectively, ensuring milestones were met ahead of deadlines.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Southern Illinois University
11.2014 - 12.2016
- Responsible for organizing the research labs, assisted with master students’ research projects.
- Supported faculty researchers, assisting with experiment design and implementation.
- Participated in regular lab meetings, contributing valuable insights and suggestions for ongoing projects.
- Compiled data into reports and disseminated to supervisor for review.
- Organized laboratory materials and maintained equipment for efficient daily operations.
Education
Master of Science - Civil Engineer
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engendering
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL12.2015
Skills
- Bilingual in English and Chinese
- Project planning and development
- Data analysis
- AutoCAD
- Attention to detail
- Site layout
- Oral presentations
- Water resources management
- Mathematical formulas proficiency
Accomplishments
- - 2015 Academic Excellence Award - Issued by Central State Water Environment Association
- - 2015-2016 REACH Award - Issued by Center For Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities
Timeline
Project Manager
Magrym Consulting Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Drafter and Designer
Mid South Metals
11.2018 - 06.2019
Civil Engineer (Intern)
Delta Paving and Construction, LLC
09.2018 - 11.2018
Graduate Researcher and Teaching Assistant
Southern Illinois University
01.2016 - 12.2018
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Southern Illinois University
11.2014 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engendering
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Master of Science - Civil Engineer
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Publications
- Biocrude from pretreated sorghum bagasse through catalytic hydrothermal liquefaction
- Generating biocrude from partially defatted Cryptococcus curvatus yeast residues through catalytic hydrothermal liquefaction
- Single-chamber microbial electrochemical cell for CH4 production from CO2 utilizing a microbial consortium
- Utilization of Coal through Microbial Electrolysis Cell (MEC) Systems and Bioleaching Approach
- Producing Biocrude from Renewable Feedstocks through Hydrothermal Liquefaction
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