Summary

Experience

Stormwater Project Engineer|AECOM

Houston, TXJun 2021Present

• Spearheaded hydraulic and hydrologic modeling for over 15 large-scale infrastructure projects, reducing potential flood damage by an estimated 25% for urban developments.
• Designed and implemented innovative Low Impact Development (LID) strategies for a 50-acre industrial park, achieving a 30% reduction in peak runoff volume and enhancing water quality.
• Managed NPDES permitting and compliance for 8+ projects, ensuring 100% regulatory adherence and avoiding potential fines totaling over $100,000.
• Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to deliver projects on schedule and 10% under budget, contributing to a 15% increase in client satisfaction.
• Authored technical reports and specifications for stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP) and drainage master plans, resulting in approval for projects valued at over $50M.

Civil Engineer (Stormwater Focus)|Phillips 66

Houston, TXJun 2018May 2021

• Conducted detailed hydrologic analysis and drainage design for a 200-acre refinery expansion, mitigating runoff impacts and ensuring compliance with local ordinances.
• Developed and reviewed erosion and sediment control plans for critical manufacturing sites, successfully preventing sediment discharge during construction phases and maintaining environmental compliance.
• Utilized AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare grading and drainage plans for industrial sites, improving site runoff management efficiency by 15% and reducing infrastructure costs by 8%.
• Assisted in the inspection and maintenance planning for existing stormwater infrastructure across multiple refinery facilities, extending asset lifespan by an average of 10 years.
• Collaborated on a project to upgrade stormwater outfalls, reducing pollutant discharge by 20% and improving water quality downstream.

Projects

Urban Core Redevelopment Stormwater Master Plan

Jan 2023Present

• Leading the stormwater master planning for a multi-phase 100-acre urban core redevelopment, incorporating green infrastructure to manage projected runoff for 50+ year storm events.
• Developed complex HEC-RAS 2D models to simulate flood risk and optimize proposed drainage infrastructure, reducing potential flood inundation by 30% in critical areas.
• Coordinated with city planning and environmental departments to ensure proposed designs met future growth and stringent water quality targets.

Industrial Facility Expansion Drainage System Upgrade

Aug 2021Dec 2022

• Designed and oversaw the implementation of a new 5-acre stormwater retention pond and advanced filtration system for a manufacturing plant, reducing total suspended solids (TSS) by 85%.
• Managed the NPDES permit modification process, ensuring timely approval and continuous operational compliance for the facility.
• Collaborated with contractors to integrate innovative bioswales and permeable paving, contributing to a 20% reduction in stormwater discharge volume.

Regional Transportation Corridor Flood Mitigation Study

Mar 2019Jul 2020

• Conducted comprehensive hydrologic and hydraulic analysis for a 15-mile transportation corridor, identifying 12 high-risk flood zones and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Utilized GIS data to map watershed characteristics and runoff patterns, informing the design of new culverts and detention basins that increased conveyance capacity by 40%.
• Prepared detailed engineering reports and presented findings to regional stakeholders, securing funding for critical infrastructure upgrades.

Education

Texas A&M University|Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

College Station, TXAug 2014May 2018

• Graduated Summa Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.8/4.0
• Member of Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society and American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
• Completed capstone project on urban flood mitigation strategies in dense metropolitan areas

Publications

Impact of Urban Green Infrastructure on Peak Flow Reduction in Semi-Arid Regions

Sep 2023A. Patel, J. Chen, M. Garcia

Optimizing Sediment Basins for Construction Site Stormwater Management: A Case Study

Apr 2021A. Patel, S. Lee

Regulatory Compliance Strategies for Industrial Stormwater Discharge in the Gulf Coast

Nov 2020A. Patel

Skills

Software & Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3DHEC-RASHEC-HMSSWMM (Storm Water Management Model)MicroStationArcGISStormCAD

Design & Analysis

Hydraulic & Hydrologic ModelingDrainage DesignErosion & Sediment ControlFloodplain ManagementLow Impact Development (LID)Water Quality Best Management Practices (BMPs)

Regulations & Compliance

NPDES PermittingMS4 ComplianceTMDL AnalysisEPA RegulationsState & Local OrdinancesStormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP)

Project Management

Project CoordinationClient CommunicationTechnical Report WritingConstruction OversightCost EstimationRisk Assessment