Civil Engineering Research Assistant

AHSAN ALI

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Detail oriented Civil engineering student (Graduating in May 2025) with a passion for innovative design and problem- solving. Eager to apply academic knowledge in practical settings to contribute to cutting-edge projects and gain valuable industry experience.

EDUCATION

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona Beach, FL Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering May 2025 Area of Concentration: Robotics GPA: 3.52

Quaid e Awam University of Engineering, Sciences & Technology, Pakistan Bachelor of Engineering- Civil Engineering Dec 2019 GPA 3.23

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Languages: Strong reading, writing and speaking competencies for Sindhi and English.

Programming: Auto-Cad, STAAD Pro, Plaxis, Python, MATLAB. Igor Pro.

Other Skills: Data collection, Data Analysis, Research Documentation.

Miscellaneous: Microsoft Office, Hardware Training, typesetting and publishing. PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Improving Erosion Resistance and Revegetation of Wildfire-Altered Soils Using Microbial Induced Calcite Precipitation

(MICP),

Currently, as a research assistant in the Advanced Geotechnical Laboratory under Dr. Ghada Ellithy at ERAU, I am developing methods to stabilize and enhance soil in wildfire-affected areas through microbial processes. This research is crucial for improving soil resilience and facilitating vegetation recovery in vulnerable environments in Spring-2025. Soil and Water Engineering,

Worked with a team of four students to develop innovative solutions for a constantly wet pond on Wekiva Parkway. With guidance from Dr. Scott, our team assessed solutions that balanced cost, environmental impact, and community considerations in Fall -2024.

Soil Mechanics and Structural Integrity,

Collaborated with a team to design sustainable fixes for a failing retaining wall in Orange County. Our group, with Dr. Scott’s support, focused on soil stability, structural design, and cost-effective, long-term solutions in Fall-2024 Graduate Research Assistant,

Prof. Dr. Marwa El-Syed, Sustainability and Environmental Engineering Lab (SEEL). Deploying and evaluating low-cost sensors for air pollution monitoring in Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona Beach, Florida, Spring 2024 Site Engineer,

M/S Amanullah & Co 1-years (Jan-2020 to 2021). Over 1 year of part-time experience in Pakistan as a Site Engineer at M/S Amanullah & Co, contributing to the construction of buildings and roads. Responsibilities include reviewing shop drawings, ensuring material compliance, and conducting site inspections. Possess basic knowledge in construction practices and project management.

Structural Analysis of a Two-Story Building Using ETABS Software,

For my final year project during my bachelor’s degree, I conducted a structural analysis of a two-story building, focusing on its structural integrity under various load conditions using ETABS software in DEC: 2019. INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE

National Highway Authority (NHA) Sindh Region June. 2018-july2018

Assisted in the strategic road maintenance project for NHA Sindh Region.

Gained knowledge about the complexities of road infrastructure management.

Contributed to the analysis and evaluation of maintenance requirements for roads. Habib Sugar Mill Nawabshah Sindh Pakistan May.2017-july2017

Contributed to the construction of foundations and site techniques at Habib Sugar Mill,

Managed and oversaw the site work, ensuring adherence to construction plans.

Assisted in the execution of various engineering tasks related to site development. AWARDS

Sustainability Research Air Quality and Study related to air quality scholarship. INVOLVEMENT & LEADERSHIP

President

Geo-Institute at ERAU, Daytona Beach, Florida serving as the President of the GeoInstitute, focusing on geotechnical engineering initiatives and collaboration among students and professionals in the field. Spring 2025. Vice President

At MOVE UAS, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach Florida Advancing Unmanned Aircraft Systems

(UAS) capabilities for environmental monitoring, particularly in integrating sensors to detect particulate matter, in spring 2024. Membership

American Society of Civil Engineers ASCE, Air and Waste Management Association A&WMA, Geo-Institute G-I. R Research Publications

Safeguarding Railway Embankment Slope Stability and Seismic Resilience. Submitted to Earthquake and Resilience Engineering Journal. (Under Review)

Performance Evaluation of Buried Flexible Pipes for Different Diameters and Pipe Thickness in Trenchless Technology Using Finite Element Analysis. (Expected Submission: Spring 2025).

Improving Erosion Resistance and Revegetation of Wildfire-Altered Soils Using Microbial-Induced Calcite Precipitation

(MICP). (Expected Submission: Spring 2025).

Affiliation

Registered engineer with Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).

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