AUTOCAD, Plaxis 3D, Flac 3D
Sena Tesfaye Kelbessa
Graduate Civil Engineer (MSc.)
Ede,GE
Summary
Geotechnical engineer with a strong passion for analyzing and mitigating risks in complex projects. Possessing a solid foundation in geotechnical engineering, I bring expertise in risk assessment and analysis to ensure project reliability. Adept at utilizing advanced tools for geotechnical analysis and applying probabilistic methods to effectively assess and manage risks. Excels at translating technical insights for multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring project success. Committed to ongoing professional development, strives to stay at the forefront of industry advancements to continuously enhance skills and deliver exceptional results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Lecturer
Wollega University
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: To produce competent and innovative professionals in various disciplines through practical, lifelong learning; engaging in research, technology transfer and community services and promote good governance to the development endeavours
- Support the students by providing tutorials and critical suggestions on topics related to construction management, Soil mechanics, soil dynamics, slope analysis and Foundation
- Organise and collaborate on different site visits regarding subgrade design, railway structures and waste management sectors
- Support students with the use of different software including FLAC 3D, PLAXIS 3D, AutoCAD and MATLAB
- Creating a good awareness of construction and environmental policies and laws regarding construction material management
- To produce competent and innovative professionals in various disciplines through practical, lifelong learning; engaging in research, technology transfer and community services and promote good governance to the development endeavours
Junior Geotechnical Engineer
Zamra Construction P.L.C
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Company Overview: To provide clients with reliable solutions to their most complex construction challenges
- Assist in conducting geotechnical site investigations
- Participated in field tests to determine soil properties such as compaction, permeability, and shear strength
- Installing and monitoring geotechnical instrumentation like inclinometers, piezometers, settlement plates, and strain gauges to assess ground behavior
- Record and organize data obtained from site investigations and field tests
- Assist in interpreting lab results to understand soil behavior
- Ensuring that health and safety and sustainability policies and legislation are adhered to
- Report any observed issues or deviations from the geotechnical design
- Assist senior engineers in performing basic geotechnical analyses, such as slope stability assessments or settlement calculations, using appropriate software and methods
- Work closely with other engineering disciplines (such as structural, civil, and environmental engineers) to integrate geotechnical considerations into the overall project design
- Propose and implement solutions under the guidance of senior engineers
- Participate in safety meetings and ensure a safe work environment
- To provide clients with reliable solutions to their most complex construction challenges
Education
MSc – Master of science - Sanitation Engineering, Wastewater Treatment
IHE Delft Institute for Water Education
01.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Science - Geotechnical Engineering
Jimma University
Jimma, Ethiopia 04.2011 - 01.2016
BSc - Construction Technology and Management
Hawassa University
01.2011 - 01.2016
Skills
CAD software (AutoCAD, MODFLOW, SolidWorks)
Function
Graduate Civil Engineer (MSc.)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/07/93
- Nationality: Ethiopian
Key Qualifications
- Geotechnical engineer with a passion for analyzing and mitigating risks in complex projects.
- Solid foundation in geotechnical engineering complemented by expertise in risk assessment and analysis.
- Adept at utilizing advanced tools for geotechnical analysis and applying probabilistic methods to ensure project reliability.
- Effective communicator skilled at translating technical insights for multidisciplinary teams.
- Committed to ongoing professional development and staying at the forefront of industry advancements.
Awards
- Award from the Jimma Institute of Technology, 01/01/20, Developmental Team Training program (DTTP) Project.
- Orange Knowledge Scholarship, 10/01/21, Issued by NUFFIC.
Software
Timeline
MSc – Master of science - Sanitation Engineering, Wastewater Treatment
IHE Delft Institute for Water Education
01.2021 - 01.2022
Lecturer
Wollega University
01.2016 - 01.2021
Junior Geotechnical Engineer
Zamra Construction P.L.C
01.2015 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Geotechnical Engineering
Jimma University
04.2011 - 01.2016
BSc - Construction Technology and Management
Hawassa University
01.2011 - 01.2016
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