Yilmer Thomas

Civil and Structural Engineer with 8+ years of experience in structural analysis, design, and technical review of reinforced concrete and steel structures for industrial and energy-sector projects. Demonstrated expertise in EPC projects for high-voltage electrical substations (up to 500 kV) at conceptual, basic, and detailed engineering stages, with international project exposure. Proficient in CSI suite (SAP2000, ETABS, SAFE), MATHCAD, RAM Connection, AutoCAD, and Revit.

Skilled in multi-code compliance: ACI 318, AISC 360, AASHTO, NSR-10, CCP-14, and Peruvian structural code. Proven track record of reviewing third-party engineering deliverables, producing technical documentation, and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.

Civil & Structural Design Engineer at WSP COLOMBIA (2022-01 – Present)

• Designed foundations, control buildings, containment structures, and cable tray supports for 8+ substation projects (up to 500 kV), covering conceptual, basic, and detailed engineering phases.
• Performed finite element structural analysis using SAP2000 and ETABS for reinforced concrete and structural steel elements, ensuring full compliance with ACI 318 and AISC 360.
• Reviewed and assessed structural designs (calculations and drawings) produced by external engineering centers across 3+ countries, identifying non-compliances and issuing technical correction reports.
• Produced technical standards, engineering procedures, and project deliverables in compliance with ISO and client requirements within international, multicultural EPC teams.
• Coordinated structural discipline inputs with electrical, geotechnical, and civil teams, reducing design conflict resolution time by standardizing interdisciplinary review workflows.

Structural Design Engineer at CONSORCIO CONSTRUCTOR ATLÁNTICO (2021-01 – 2022-12)

• Led structural QA/QC for civil works of 2 high-voltage substation projects, reviewing 100% of structural calculation packages prior to submission.
• Designed retaining walls, mat foundations, and structural steel frames complying with NSR-10 and ACI 318 standards.
• Detected and corrected critical errors in subcontractor structural models, preventing potential redesign costs estimated in weeks of rework.

Civil & Structural Engineer at ISES SAS (2020-01 – 2021-12)

• Executed structural analysis and design for reinforced concrete and steel structures in electrical substation civil works, applying ACI 318 and AISC standards.
• Prepared and issued structural calculation reports, 2D/3D structural drawings (AutoCAD, Revit), and bill-of-quantities packages for 3+ projects.

Construction Supervision Engineer — Sports Infrastructure at FFOGRAV INTERVENTORÍAS (2017-01 – 2020-12)

• Supervised structural construction of 10+ sports venues across 4 Colombian departments, ensuring compliance with design specifications and NSR-10 seismic code.
• Conducted structural inspections, reviewed shop drawings, and approved material submittals, achieving zero major structural defects on completed projects.
• Coordinated with project managers, contractors, and local authorities to resolve site-level structural issues in real time.

Structural Design Specialist at INDEPENDENT PRACTICE — YILMER THOMAS GARRIDO (2017-01 – Present)

• Designed structural systems for 15+ industrial warehouses and residential buildings (single-family and multi-family), applying NSR-10 and ACI 318.
• Provided structural review and peer-review services for sports venue infrastructure and metallic rack systems.
• Directed construction supervision for refrigerated-container inspection metal racks at the Port of Santa Marta D.T.C.H.

Master of Science in Engineering in Structural Emphasis – Universidad del Valle (2023-01 – 2023-12)

Specialization in Structural Engineering – Universidad del Valle (2020-01 – 2020-12)

B.Sc. in Civil Engineering – Universidad del Magdalena (2017-01 – 2017-12)