Tristen Brown

Doctorate degree in Civil Engineering with over three years of work experience in structural analysis and design, municipal and infrastructure engineering, bridge design, computational modelling, and applied engineering research. Experienced working within multidisciplinary engineering teams on field projects involving structural evaluation and design, municipal infrastructure, transportation-related construction activities, and engineering data analysis.

Research Assistant at Lakehead University (2021-01 – Present)

• Conducted structural and infrastructure-related engineering analysis using numerical modelling and simulation software to evaluate structural performance under environmental loading conditions.
• Assisted in the preparation of technical reports, engineering documentation, data interpretation, and presentation materials for multidisciplinary research and consulting-related projects.
• Coordinated project tasks, managed large engineering datasets, and developed automated workflows to improve analysis efficiency and reporting accuracy.
• Contributed to project planning, scheduling, and technical problem-solving within collaborative engineering environments.

Field Technologist at WSP Edson, Alberta (2018-04 – 2018-06)

• Bridge inspection, roadway infrastructure assessment, and municipal construction-related activities in collaboration with engineers, contractors, and field supervisors.
• Supported project coordination through progress tracking, contractor communication, quantity verification, and construction reporting.
• Conducted quantity measurements, daily reporting, and participation in construction meetings in addition to assisting the project manager with day-to-day project operations.

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering – Lakehead University (2022 – 2026)

M.Sc. in Civil Engineering – Lakehead University (2021 – 2022)

B.Eng. in Civil Engineering – Lakehead University (2018 – 2020)

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology – Lethbridge College (2016 – 2018)