Ashot Shagirian, P.E.

11337 Runnymede St

Sun Valley, CA 91352-4745

iPhone: (818) 731-4051, Email: [email protected], Personal Website: ashot.me

OBJECTIVE: Perform a full range of Structural Engineering tasks

Computer Applications & Systems:

RISA 3D, and numerous design & analysis software

BIM/VectorWorks 3D on Windows PC and Mac OSX

QUALIFICATIONS:

Structural Engineering design and analyses of commercial and residential projects, variety of buildings and utility structures. Extensive experience in Seismic design for timber, steel, concrete and masonry structures. Strong communications skills and a highly organized team player.

EXPERIENCE:

Structural design and analyses of small and medium size residential, commercial, industrial projects, schools, and hospitals.

Responsible for seismic retrofit projects, complete independent design

Responsible for variety of projects, complete design and field inspection

Responsible for variety of complex projects, complete structural design and analyses, in charge of company’s special CADD solutions

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS:

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