Experience

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  Imerys

  May 2012 - Aug 2012

  Geology intern

  • Determined potential quality of rocks in future mining campaigns. • Conducted geologic testing of future mining prospects by cutting, crushing, and analyzing sample cores from a marble quarry to ascertain vital properties such as color and purity • Assisted in interpreting data acquired from core studies to suggest future resource management proposals, actions, and projects. • Presented analysis as well as my experiences with the internship and what I had learned to supervisors and senior staff of the company. Show less

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  Colorado school of mines

  Jul 2013 - Dec 2014

  Ccit consultant

  • Answered customer service calls, assisted with software troubleshooting and repairs, managed student printing, and managed I.T. help desk tickets.

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  Mercator minerals ltd

  May 2014 - Aug 2014

  Geology intern

  • Performed field investigations including: mapping formations and structures; conducting sample reviews, data collection, and entry; and blocking model calculations on copper and molybdenum ore. Conducted data analysis and interpretation to determine where the most viable areas to mine were, and which processes the resulting ore would subsequently undergo. • Collected, analyzed, and entered Blast Hole and Ball Mill Work Index (BMWI) samples for geologic modeling and ore control and processing predictions. Interpreted data acquired from core studies and geologic investigations to recommend future ore management and processing. • Participated in daily mine planning and operations meetings. Show less

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  Amec foster wheeler

  Jun 2015 - Jan 2016

  Technical professional/qaqc tech

  • Ensured quality control and adherence to technical and environmental specifications on the installation of a new heap leach facility at an open pit gold mine.• Monitored the deployment of the pit’s liner, conducted quality investigations on the liner seams, tested for destruction resilience using destructive testing methods on seams as well as samples of liner every 1000 feet. Preformed vital physical inspection of liner for rock punctures and other flaws in need of repair—if the seams or the structure of the liner fail, the leaching chemicals can escape and potentially contaminate the environment around the facility, including animal and plant life as well as water used by nearby towns, and threaten the operation of the mine and legal repercussions. • Performed laboratory testing on geological features including the testing of soil and clay for levels of moisture and elasticity.• Observed covering of liner with the first 3 feet of rock (Drain Cover Fill) that will comprise the base of the leach pad. This rock protects the liner from the ore as it is loaded onto the leach pad and more evenly distributes the weight of the ore to prevent punctures. • Participated in daily safety and operations meetings. Show less

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  Hx5 llc

  Apr 2016 - May 2017

  Sample custodian

  • Manage administration and preparation of water, soil, and tissue samples for in-house analysis and shipping to other sub-contracted labs.• Liaise with sub-contracted labs and clients across the country. • Conduct data analysis and interpretation of water and sediment samples. • Develop and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, representatives of sub-contracted labs, clients, and sample crews at various levels within the public and private sectors. Maintain working relationships with personnel from Federal, state, and local agencies and interested members of the public, including those partners involved in research.• Keep active inventory of samples being stored and periodically clean out old samples. • Oversee and maintain the status of samples and data in SQL database (Element) by enforcing the timely analysis of samples within varying holding times, preparing timely data reports for customers, and managing logistical operations such as payment, shipping, and storage.• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all stored samples and dispose of inactive or expired samples. Show less

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  Martinez associates, inc.

  Jun 2017 - Apr 2018

  Materials engineer

  • Provide on-site inspections and tests of a variety of materials (e.g. asphalt, concrete, masonry, and soils)• Perform geotechnical laboratory testing, e.g. proctors, gradations, plasticity indexes and concrete strength tests• Responsible for knowing all construction document details and specifications for all projects and report test results to project stakeholders while assisting with problem solving• Work directly with clients, construction crews, and other stakeholders on diverse projects such as water and wastewater, bridges and roadways, commercial structures, and CDOT projects Show less

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  Best engineering solutions and technologies

  May 2018 - Oct 2019

  Staff engineer

  • Assist project managers in the administration and performance of geotechnical field evaluations and construction projects. Communicating directly with clients, analyzing plans, drafting geotechnical engineering reports as well as shoring and benching reports and specifications• Manage the sample preparation and analysis of construction materials (e.g. asphalt, concrete, masonry, and soils) and analysis of soil samples for geotechnical engineering projects

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  Colorado department of transportation

  Oct 2019 - now

  • Professional Engineer I at Colorado Department of Transportation

    Dec 2023 - now

  • Engineer in Training III

    Jun 2022 - Dec 2023

  • Engineer-In-Training II

    Jan 2021 - Jun 2022

  • Engineer-In-Training I

    Oct 2019 - Jan 2021