Ruth Bwalya Email & Phone Number

Houghton County, Michigan, United States

-Contribute to Revision of MDOT Bridges load ratings: Assist in updating the MDOT bridges load rating to incorporate new methodologies, standards, and technologies for accurate bridge load rating and inspection.- Work closely with professors to refine technical content, ensure clarity, and align the guide with current industry practices and regulatory requirements.- Verify that the revised load rating align with state and federal regulations and standards, including AASHTO specifications and FHWA guidelines.-Assist in reviewing and editing drafts of the revised guide to ensure accuracy, clarity, and comprehensive coverage of all relevant bridge analysis topics.-Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and software for bridge load rating and structural analysis, such as AASHTOWare Bridge Rating.

Lusaka, Lusaka, Zambia

-Assisted with the graphical representation of civil, structural designs and tested characteristics of materials or structures for use in designs. Structural analysis, designing and detailing of structural elements of buildings.-Production of engineering working drawings using Robot, AutoCAD, PROKON, and Revit. Evaluated specifications for facilities design to determine compliance with standards.-Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress, consult with contractors and on-site engineers, identified and resolved potential structural issues. -Reviewed calculations and analytical data to maintain accuracy of technical reports and adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.-Collaborated with team members to perform topographic surveys and construction staking under the supervision of staff surveyors and engineers.

Master'S Degree, Civil Engineering

Bachelor’S, Civil Engineering

Activities and Societies: Secretary for the African Association on Campus.