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Behnam Ordoubadi

Structural Designer
Toronto,ON

Summary

Holding over five years of professional experience in structural engineering and a significant set of software skills acquired from roles in a pioneering consultant engineering firm, a software start-up, and academic institutes. Possessing excellent communication skills and an advanced cross-disciplinary mentality developed through experience as a Project Engineer. Perfectionist and meticulous on the individual level, reliable and flexible in teamwork. A restless learner who is in constant search of innovative ideas.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Structural Engineering Developer

ClearCalcs
07.2022 - 01.2024
  • Creation, enhancement, and review of engineering calculators using ClearCalcs' drag-and-drop calculator builder. This task required advanced levels of problem-solving skills and elaborate assessments of pertinent codes and standards from the US, Canada, Australia, and Eurocodes.
  • Participation in consulting projects by developing client-specific calculators to address complex problems. This task revolved around gaining a deep understanding of the customers' needs and concerns and applying an iterative and incremental development framework to address them.
  • Contribution to client satisfaction by actively engaging with technical queries and participating in the development of help content, including training videos and technical articles.

Student Research Assistant

Institute For Product Development And Manufacture
04.2021 - 07.2021
  • Assisted in the generation of CAD models for internal combustion engine pistons using Creo Parametric, performed FEM analysis using ABAQUS, visualized the results, and helped produce reports outlining the procedure in MS Word or MS PowerPoint.
  • Methodical problem-solving skills and interdisciplinary knowledge were essential to this task.

Student Research Assistant

Institute For Wind Energy Systems (IWES LUH)
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Generated CAD models of rotor blades using ANSYS SpaceClaim, performed iterative FEM analyses using ANSYS Mechanical and via MATLAB/Python/MS Excel, analyzed wind turbines, and generated original presentations and reports in MS Word or MS PowerPoint.
  • Principles of Systems Engineering, analytical thinking, and strong writing skills were requisite to this role.

Structural Design Engineer

Sazeh Consultants Engineering & Construction
08.2014 - 03.2018
  • Performed structural engineering activities including preparation of sketches, calculation notes, and design drawings for a wide range of structural types and materials in the petrochemical industry.
  • Performed CAD modeling using SAP2000, ETABS, and SAFE. Checked/modified technical drawings using AutoCAD and Tekla Structures.
  • Participated, as necessary, in the development/control of procedures, work instructions, and engineering/design standards.
  • Proficient handling of international codes and standards (such as ANSI/AISC 360, ACI 318, and ASCE/SEI 7), advanced computer modeling skills, and a detail-oriented character were necessary.

Project Engineer

Sazeh Consultants Engineering & Construction
03.2016 - 07.2017
  • Coordinated the engineering activities among the involved disciplines from various project stakeholders (MEKPCO Methanol Plant). These activities included general correspondence, progress meetings, and TQs/RFIs.
  • Participated in preparation of the project scope, time schedule, Quality Assurance, and HSE planning pertinent to the respective discipline's job assignment.
  • Reported to the Project Manager, as per internal procedures, regarding the constraints on time, costs, or budget in the workflow of the project. Cross-disciplinary thinking, collaborative mindset, and excellent multitasking skills were vital.

Education

Master of Science - Computational Methods in Engineering

Leibniz University Hanover
Hanover, Germany
05.2001 -

Master of Science - Earthquake Engineering

K. N. Toosi University of Technology
Tehran, Iran
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Mohaghegh Ardabili
Ardabil, Iran
05.2001 -

Skills

Structural Engineering

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Timeline

Structural Engineering Developer

ClearCalcs
07.2022 - 01.2024

Student Research Assistant

Institute For Product Development And Manufacture
04.2021 - 07.2021

Student Research Assistant

Institute For Wind Energy Systems (IWES LUH)
01.2019 - 01.2020

Project Engineer

Sazeh Consultants Engineering & Construction
03.2016 - 07.2017

Structural Design Engineer

Sazeh Consultants Engineering & Construction
08.2014 - 03.2018

Master of Science - Computational Methods in Engineering

Leibniz University Hanover
05.2001 -

Master of Science - Earthquake Engineering

K. N. Toosi University of Technology
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Mohaghegh Ardabili
05.2001 -
Behnam OrdoubadiStructural Designer