How Engineers Can Help Improve the Safety of Mine Tailing Dams – Ep 051
In this episode, we talk to Roy Mayfield, Ph.D., P.E., about mine tailing dams, how we can help improve the safety of these dams, and why having sound engineering judgment and expertise is crucial in your engineering career. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Roy: What are mine tailing dams, and […]
InSAR and Finite Element Analysis in Geotechnical Engineering – Ep 050
In this episode, we talk to Andrew Lees, Ph.D., MICE CEng, Director of Geofem, Global Application Technology Manager at Tensar International, as well as Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Southampton about Finite Element Analysis, Geogrid Stabilization, InSAR, and what the future looks like for geotechnical engineering. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the […]
Geohazard Monitoring and Mitigation in Geotechnical Engineering – Ep 049
In this episode, we talk to Ben Haugen, Director of Business Development for Remote Sensing at GeoStabilization International, about geohazard monitoring and mitigation, how it benefits the community, and some of the things that engineers can do to prioritize the mitigation of geohazards. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Ben: What […]
Engineering in the Bay Area: Exploring Variable Site Conditions – Ep 048
In this episode, we talk to Tom W. Porter, P.E., Principal Engineer at Romig Engineers, Inc., and Christina Tipp, PG, CEG, a professional geologist from SHN, about variable site conditions in the Bay Area. We also talk about what it is like to work for a small engineering firm and discuss some of the best […]
Recent Developments in Cast-in-Place Piles and Ground Improvement Techniques – Ep 047
In this episode, I talk to Morgan NeSmith, P.E., D.GE, award-winning Director of Engineering at Berkel & Company Contractors, Inc., about some of the recent developments in cast-in-place piles and ground improvement. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Morgan:
The Current Status of Trenchless Technology: A Guide for Geotechnical Engineers – Ep 046
In this episode, we talk to Brian Dorwart, P.E., PG, a senior consultant at Brierley Associates, about trenchless technology and review the current status of trenchless technology with a concentration on horizontal directional drilling. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Brian:
Rock Socketed Pile Foundations: Preventing Engineering Failures – Ep 045
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Anne Lemnitzer, Ph.D., P.E., Associate Professor at the University of California, Irvine, about geotechnical education, and the research she did on rock socketed pile foundations. She also provides some interesting insights about the extreme flooding in Western Europe, and how engineers can help to prevent flooding. Engineering Quotes: […]
How Engineers Can Effectively Manage Remote Teams – Ep 044
In this episode, we talk to Sonia Sorabella Swift, P.E., civil engineer, and Director of Engineering at Menard USA, with over 15 years of experience in ground improvement design, excavation support design, subsurface investigations, construction observation, and engineering analysis about how engineers can effectively manage remote teams. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions […]
Engineering Geology Explained: Engineering with Passion – Ep 043
In this episode, we talk to Felipe Ochoa, Ph.D., M.Sc., M.Eng., B.Sc., a geotechnical engineer who is passionate about geology and geosciences and his career as an assistant professor. We discuss his passion for geology and some of the great projects he has been involved in. He also talks about how having — and beating […]
The Relationship Between Geological and Geotechnical Engineering – Ep 042
In this episode, we talk to Christina Tipp, PG, CEG, a professional geologist from SHN Consulting Engineers. Christina was previously on one of our other podcasts, The Civil Engineering Podcast, where she talked about the importance of Geological Engineering in Civil Engineering Projects. In this episode, she talks about the relationship between geological and geotechnical […]
