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David Van Atta, P.E.

David Van Atta, P.E.

Certified Structural Steel Welder

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    "The Bridge Guy" at Agape Bridge Solutions (ABS)| Innovation, Excellence, Humility, Service. Solving one Bridge Problem at a time.

  • Education

    • California State University, Chico

      2010 - 2012
      Bachelors of Science Civil Engineering; Structures

    • Butte College

      2006 - 2010
      Civil Engineering Civil Engineering Technology/Technician

  • Experience

    • Metal Works

      May 2008 - Sept 2008
      Certified Structural Steel Welder

      Welded structural steel in various positions along with fitting

    • SVA Construction

      Jan 2009 - Feb 2009
      Heavy Equipment Operator

      Operated a backhoe for grub and excavation

    • California Pavement Preservation Center

      Mar 2012 - Dec 2012
      Lab and Field Technician

      Work in the lab involved acquiring data on samples of aggregate, binder, and mixes sent from the field while alsodoing research with Superpave techniques, and conducting field testing in coordination with Caltrans on multipleoccasions.Contributions:- Wrote internal procedures for innovative Superpave equipment allowing me to become familiar with ourDynamic Shear Rheometer (DSR), Gyratory Compactor, Asphalt Pavement Analyzer (APA) and otherequipment.- Became familiar with ASTM, AASHTO, and Caltrans testing procedures- Performed destructive & non-destructive field testing with Caltrans on U.S. 50 dowel bar retrofit project, U.S.395 north of Alturas fog seal project- Developed and edited Tire Derived Aggregate (TDA) manual for Cal Recycle Show less

    • California State University, Chico

      Jun 2012 - Dec 2012
      Analyst and Video Developer

      Developed videos to introduce students and practicing engineers to concepts such as simplified seismic procedures,and use of 3D modeling with Structural Analysis Program (SAP).Contributions:- Created videos to train persons taking the PE exam in seismic analysis and simplified procedures per ASCE 7- Created and edited videos on 3D seismic analysis with SAP

    • Kiewit

      Jan 2013 - Sept 2014
      Engineer 2

      - Estimating/Engineering for various bridge projects across the country- Field Engineer/ Office Engineer for the Midtown Tunnel Interiors Group

    • Quincy Engineering, Inc.

      Sept 2014 - Aug 2017
      Assistant Engineer

      Bridge and Highway Structural design and load rating

    • Keller Associates, Inc.

      Oct 2017 - Sept 2021
      Project Manager

    • Burgess & Niple

      Oct 2021 - Mar 2024
      Bridge Project Manager

    • Ardurra

      Mar 2024 - Feb 2025
      NW Bridge Services Manager

      I am pleased and blessed to join forces with folks that I love working with. This role will offer the opportunity to grow a team of engineers to take on the bridge and infrastructure needs of the NW.

    • Agape Bridge Solutions

      Feb 2025 - now
      Founder

      Agape Bridge Solutions (ABS) delivers staff augmented bridge engineering services for public and private clients. We provide bridge design, rehabilitation, load rating, and asset management services. Additionally, we secure grant funding to support our projects, ensuring the timely completion of critical infrastructure. As the Owner and Founder of ABS, I strive to uphold servant leadership business principles, enabling ABS to effectively provide high-quality solutions that meet the needs of our clients and exceeded industry standards. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • SUAS/ Drone Pilot

      Federal Aviation Administration

    • ODOT Bridge Construction Inspection

      Oregon Department of Transportation