Pablo Hurtado
Kennesaw
Summary
Pablo is a structural engineer with a solid background in bridge analysis, reinforced concrete decks, and reliability analysis of structures. He is experienced in conducting research projects for federal agencies and private institutions, with a focus on code calibration and data analytics, as well as implementation of advanced analytical tools and methodologies to enhance the performance and safety of structures.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Consultant
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.
Atlanta
01.2023 - Current
- Nuclear Energy Institute, Washington DC. Develop of Seismic Index examples for selected Small Modular Reactor (SMR) vendors.
- Darlington Nuclear Generation Station, Canada. Performed structural and functional fragility evaluation reviews of structures, systems, and components (SSCs).
- Saint-Alban Nuclear Power Plant, France. Developed seismic structural fragility evaluation for structures, systems, and components (SSCs).
- Cruas Nuclear Power Plant, France. Developed seismic structural fragility evaluation for structures, systems, and components (SSCs).
- Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). Conducted extensive research related to construction of deeply-embedded nuclear power plants, including review of associated and missing regulations for deeply-embedded small modular reactors (SMRs). Developed report on waterproofing, construction, and ageing management for deeply-embedded SMRs.
- SHINE Technologies, Janesville, WI. Developed design response spectra per ASCE 43-05 and ASCE 43-19. Developed probabilistic site response analysis (PSRA), time history matching, and site-specific design response spectra. Developed time histories for use in soil-structure interaction analyses and in-structure time history analyses.
- Kairos Power, Alameda, CA. Generated synthetic ground motions according to ASCE 43-19 through time history matching. Developed in-column time histories for SSI analyses. Assessed testing requirements for viscous dampers and spring systems for seismic isolation. Performed pre-qualification plan review for viscous dampers and spring isolation systems for prototype testing. Developed site-specific design response spectra for comparison with SSI analyses of Kairos Power Hermes Reactor. Performed compliance evaluation of seismic isolators testing results.
- Boston Atomics, Boston, MA. Performed a construction review on the proposed Modular, Integrated, Gas-cooled, High Temperature Reactor (MIGHTR) building.
- Moss Landing Power Plant, CA. Performed structural safety evaluation and seismic risk of Chimneys Units 6 & 7 at Power Plant.
- Fluence, LLC. Developed seismic certification for SmartStack Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) GSP5000v1 based on IEEE 693 Standard through dynamic analysis high design level response spectra.
- Puget Sound Plant, WA. Conducted the structural strength assessment of the foundation anchorage system. Developed repair design of compressor foundation.
- Westlake Corporation-Structural Technologies, KY. Developed the repair design of turbine foundation and served as field engineer at repair site.
- Westlake Corporation-Structural Technologies, TX. Performed vibrations measurement assessment of compressor foundation. Developed soil-structure interaction finite element model for evaluation of foundation system.
- Woodward CF-Structural Technologies, OK. Performed vibrations measurement assessment and visual inspection of circulation pump foundation system.
Graduate Teaching & Research Assistant
Auburn University
Auburn
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Research Projects Collaboration:
- Development of a Finite Element Model for a Temporary Road Traffic Steel Barrier that complies EN 1317 - GP - 2018 - September 2020
- Advance Finite Element Simulation Support for Optimization of NissenTruck Mounted Crash Energy Attenuator Designs - NISSEN - 2019
Deck Design Loads and Analysis - CALTRANS - July 2019 - April 2022 - ACI 318 - Reliability Evaluation of ACI 318 Strength Reduction Factor for One-Way Shear- Project CRC 2020 P0040
- PCI - Calibration of Flexural Strength Reduction Factor for Precast, Prestressed Concrete Slabs and Beams
- NCHRP 12-123: Proposed AASHTO Guideline for Load Rating of Segmental Bridges - April 2021
Technical Inspector & Lecturer
Austral University of Chile
Valdivia
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Verified execution of site jobs in accordance with contractual terms.
- Established ongoing communication channels among various teams.
- Distributed contract specifications to all relevant parties.
- Collected and analyzed information pertaining to work execution.
- Reviewed resources and materials to ensure compliance with requirements.
- Requested quality reports and evaluations from experts when necessary.
- Managed work control book to track changes, agreements, and commitments.
- Conveyed technical and non-technical information through written and verbal communication.
Education
Ph.D. - Civil Engineering (Structural)
Auburn University
Auburn, AL12-2022
M.S. - Civil Engineering (Structural)
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05-2022
B.S. - Civil Engineering
Austral University of Chile
Valdivia, Chile05-2017
Skills
- Structural Analysis
- Seismic Evaluation
- Probabilistic Safety Analysis
- Finite Element Modeling
- Effective Communication
- Technical Documentation
Registrations
Professional Engineer NV
Publications
- Load Rating of Segmental Bridges, National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, 01/24, Washington, DC
- Optimization of a Temporary Road Traffic Steel Barrier Using Explicit Finite Element Method and Laboratory Testing, Engineering Structures, 291, 01/23
- Deck Design Loads and Analysis. AASHTO Technical Subcommittee for Loads and Analysis T-5, AASHTO Committee on Bridges and Structures Annual Meeting, Pittsburgh, PA, 06/21/22
- Deck Design Loads and Analysis - 65A0746 Final Report, Caltrans, 04/22
- Calibration of ACI 318 Flexural Strength Reduction Factor for Precast, Prestressed Concrete slabs and Beams, 2022 PCI Convention, Kansas City, Missouri, 03/03/22
- Development of a Finite Element Model and laboratory tests for a Temporary Road Traffic Steel Barrier that complies EN 1317, TRB/T1W1- 12.3/0-4712-1, 12/20
Professional Organizations
- American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Affiliate Member
- American Concrete Institute (ACI), Member
Certification
- Professional Engineer (NV)
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Project Consultant
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Graduate Teaching & Research Assistant
Auburn University
01.2019 - 01.2022
Technical Inspector & Lecturer
Austral University of Chile
01.2017 - 12.2018
Ph.D. - Civil Engineering (Structural)
Auburn University
M.S. - Civil Engineering (Structural)
Auburn University
B.S. - Civil Engineering
Austral University of Chile
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