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State Leadership
President
Daniel Sumerfield (SC)
Vice President
Tyler Winkley (SE)
Treasurer
Jessica Jenness (SE)
Secretary
Shalini Prochazka (SE)
Past President
Mike Visser (SE)
Trustees
Shalini Prochazka (SE)
Tyler Winkley (SE)
Jessica Jenness (SE)
Daniel Sumerfield (SC)
Matt Leslie (SC)
Dan Tappel (SW)
Jared Plank (SW)
Brian Parsons (SP)
Matt Hoit (SP)
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May 2023 Issue
- SEAW Education Committee May Seminar Preview
- SEAW Southwest Chapter Rainier's Baseball Event Preview
- SEAW Seattle Chapter May Virtual Meeting
- Be A Part of the Conversation – DATE CHANGES
- May Chapter Check-In
- NWC Technical, Vendor Sessions Announced
- Combined ASCE/SEAW Meeting Highlights Speedcore
- Seattle Chapter Virtual Meeting Outlines Changes to P.E. Exam
- YMG Outreach Gives Students Tour of Victory Hall
- YMG Network at Optimism Brewery, MKA
- NCSEA Announces Board, Media Campaign
- Authors/Reviewers Needed for ATC 60 Commentary Update
- Recent SEFW Efforts include Outreach, Scholarships, Accountability
- SEAW Outreach Participates in STEM Exploration Night
- Calendar
- Member Notices
- Employment Postings
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SEAW Education Committee May Seminar Preview | |
SEAW Southwest Chapter Rainiers Baseball Event Preview | |
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SEAW Seattle Chapter May Virtual Meeting
Concentrically Braced Frame Provisions in AISC 342: Evaluation and Retrofit
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Dawn Lehman is a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Washington. She received her BS from Tufts University in 1989 and her PhD from U.C. Berkeley in 1998. She worked as a structural engineer in Boston MA between these degrees. She has been a faculty member at the University of Washington since 1999. Her research expertise lies in seismic engineering of structural systems. She has conducted research on a range of systems including reinforced concrete walls and frames, steel braced frames, as well as concrete-filled-tube, precast and reinforced-concrete bridge systems. Her research results have been implemented in codes, design manuals and provisional structural engineering recommendations, including AASHTO, AISC, WSDOT BDM, Caltrans SDM, and ASCE 41. She has authored over 100 peer-reviewed research articles. She led the technical investigation of the partial collapse of Champlain Towers South as a consultant to the Miami Herald. The team was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News for this work.
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Be A Part of the Conversation - DATE CHANGES | |
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THE FOLLOWING DATES HAVE CHANGED SINCE THE APRIL EQUILIBRIUM: HOLMES/RBHU, MACKENZIE, and DCI.
PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR AVAILABILITY IF YOU HAVE ALREADY RSVP’d.
Being a part of the conversation means being present both physically and mentally, engaging for the betterment of yourself and the industry. The Seattle Chapter YMG is excited to announce “Be A Part of the Conversation,” a monthly happy hour series that will run until the end of the year. We are excited to gather and share the lessons we have learned and promote growth within the community. We look forward to being with you as together we strive to “Be A Part of The Conversation”!
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After every SEAW State Board of Trustees meeting, each SEAW Chapter will share a status report with Equilibrium. Here is what the chapters have been up to for the last few months:
SEATTLE, by President Tyler Winkley
Since this will be my last Equilibrium article as Seattle Chapter President, I wanted to take a moment and express my gratitude towards people that continue to push SEAW forward. First, thank you to the Seattle Chapter board: Jessica Jenness, Shalini Prochazka, Juliette Peyroux, Owen Kohashi, Jeff Dragovich, Linda Ji, Patrick Lindblom, Violeta Tihova, and Evan Jordan. Throughout the year you have challenged the status quo and served in the best interest of our membership. I look forward to watching this talented board take SEAW to the next level.
Thank you to Joyce Lem, Ed Huston, Chun Lau, Mike Visser, Scott Douglas, and Darrell Staaleson for consistently showing up to chapter board meetings, state board meetings, committee meetings, and many other events to help guide our current leaders and continue to push SEAW forward. All of you demonstrate what it takes to be an ambassador of SEAW as well as the structural engineering profession.
Thank you YMG for your incredible work this year and setting new expectations for incoming young members. I look forward to continuing working with you as you ascend into new leadership roles within SEAW in the coming years.
Last, but most importantly, thank you to our members. The past few years have been a challenge for everyone, but your continued support has allowed us to continue serving you in new and innovative ways that we will continue to improve on. We hope each member knows they have a voice in this community and understands they can recommend ways to help SEAW thrive.
Now, as for what the Seattle chapter has been up to. We continue to balance the use of virtual and in-person meetings. March’s meeting featured Jason Gamble, the Chief Officer of Examinations for NCEES. Mr. Gamble’s presentation provided a great overview of the P.E. Structural exam’s transition to computer-based testing, which is scheduled to launch in 2024. (See article later on in Equilibrium to learn more about it.)
April’s meeting was our annual joint meeting with ASCE, which remained in-person for the second year in a row at the Museum of Flight. Jeremy Hasselbauer of MKA presented on the innovative Composite Plate Shear Wall system, a.k.a. SpeedCore, and how its evolved from its original use on Rainier Tower in Seattle, to the 200 Park Avenue project in San Jose, and finally to future projects that are currently in design. (See article later on in Equilibrium to learn more about this, too!) Jeremy’s expertise was on full display as he discussed the practical lessons learned from the two SpeedCore projects, the economics behind what makes the system cost-competitive with other lateral systems, ongoing experimental research to further improve the system, and logistical challenges involved with its prefabricated components (e.g., shipping, material procurement, different jurisdictional requirements, MEP opening coordination). If you ever have an opportunity to listen to Jeremy on a topic, not just SpeedCore, be sure not to miss it!
Below are the upcoming chapter events through September:
- May Virtual Meeting – “Concentrically Braced Frame Provisions in AISC 342: Evaluation and Retrofit” – Tuesday, May 23rd from 4-5pm
- June Social – “2023 Turkey Earthquake Reconnaissance – Observations and Lessons Learned” – Tuesday Evening, June 20th - Details coming soon!
- YMG Happy Hour Series “Be Part of the Conversation”
-May 18th hosted by Holmes/RBHU
-June 21st hosted by Arup
-July 26th hosted by AECOM
-September 6th hosted by Mackenzie
Also, registration for the SEA NW Conference, “Innovation in Structural Engineering,” is now live! The conference will take place on September 14-15 at the Bellevue Hilton Hotel and will feature technical sessions designed to educate engineers about innovations utilized in structures that have come to symbolize the unprecedented growth of the Pacific Northwest region. Attendees can earn up to 13.0 PDHs over the course of the two-day conference. The conference will also feature networking events and a trade show with up to 30 exhibitors! Be sure to register early and take advantage of special room rates!
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SPOKANE, by President Matt Hoit
The SEAW - Spokane Chapter is thrilled to have Emily Sackmann of Coffman Engineers join the board as our new Vice President! Heather Kline will be stepping into her new role as chapter President, and Matt Hoit will fill the Past President position. Plans for the fall are already underway, and it is looking like our chapter will continue to grow with great presentations and fun events. Many thanks to our outgoing Past President, Brian Parsons, for all his work over the last 3 years!
For the last meeting before our summer break, the Spokane Chapter will be having a hosted Vendor Social on Thursday, May 18th, at Dry Fly’s Mezzanine in downtown Spokane from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The event will be limited to about 45 people, so make sure to look for the SEAW Spokane May email and reply with your RSVP!
If you have any questions or want to get connected with a great group of engineers, contact us at SEAWSpokane@gmail.com.
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SOUTHWEST, by President Jared Plank
The Southwest Chapter is wrapping up the 2022-2023 year. We have had some fantastic meetings, presentations, and site visits and it’s been nice to be back in person. Thanks to all that have taken the time to participate.
Below are our current openings for the board. Let me know if you are interested in serving on the board or helping with activities:
- President – Open
- Vice President – Open
- Secretary – Open
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Our Rainiers game combined with AIA SWW will be our last event of this year. Please join us! The details are:
- AIASWW/SEAWSW Combined Rainiers Game
- May 25th, 7:05pm
- Cheney Stadium in Tacoma
- Join us for an evening of baseball, food, beverages and fun!
We look forward to seeing you all soon! We know everyone is busy, but taking some time to relax and socialize is worth it.
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NWC Technical, Vendor Sessions Announced | |
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The Steering Committee for the Northwest Conference is excited to offer a sneak-peek at the 10 technical sessions and 6 exhibitor sessions for the conference in September. Selected from a rigorous Call for Abstracts process, these technical sessions represent current challenges in the region’s structural engineering profession. The conference will offer 13 total PDH hours for attendees.
TECHNICAL SESSIONS
Totem Lake Connector Bridge
Matt Baughman, P.E., S.E., COWI (SEAW)
Did you know a new landmark bicycle and pedestrian bridge with round HSS undulating Vierendeel trusses will connect two ends of the Cross Kirkland Corridor Trail, serving as a gateway to the rapidly developing Totem Lake area? Come learn more at this session!
Designing with Complex Geometries (Amazon Spheres)
Robert Baxter, P.E., S.E., Magnusson Klemencic Associates (SEAW)
Did you know that tools and techniques that have been applied time and time again to projects with complex geometries can offer productivity and accuracy improvements on conventional projects as well? Come learn more at this session!
The Lateral System Design of the Artise: Bellevue's First Building with Fluid Viscous Dampers
Scott Erickson, P.E., S.E., DCI Engineers (SEAW)
Did you know a new 25-story office tower in Bellevue’s central business district is the first use in the city for fluid viscous dampers working in parallel with a super braced frame structural system? Come learn more at this session!
Design of Slender Transparent Structures Using Glass
Richard Green, P.E., CPEng (Aust), IntPE APEC Engineer, Green Facades (SEAW)
Did you know that new advanced technologies have increased the potential for robustness of glass as a structural building material? Come learn more at this session!
A Comparison of Project Approaches in Mass Timber
Adam Jongeward, P.E., S.E., DCI Engineers (SEAO)
Did you know that while the three new mass timber types in the IBC 2021 code allow for projects up to 18 stories in height, they also present a whole new level of challenges for structural engineers? Come learn more at this session!
Creating a Culture of Belonging through DEI Practices
Panel moderated by Laura Lindeman, P.E., Coughlin Porter Lundeen, and featuring Marcus Freeman, P.E., Magnusson Klemencic Associates, Lisette Terry, P.E., Degenkolb Engineers, Kellie Filips, PCS Structural Solutions, and George Theo, Coughlin Porter Lundeen (SEAW)
Did you know many firms in the area are successfully incorporating cultural practices to create more diverse and inclusive workplaces? Come learn more at this session!
Using Applied Research for Update of Seismic Evaluation and Retrofit Methods
Terry Lundeen, P.E., S.E., Coughlin Porter Lundeen
Did you know after significant focused study, the team participating in the FEMA-funded ATC-140 project series has identified and recommended several procedural improvements to ASCE/SEI 41? Come learn more at this session!
Innovation in Your Engineering Practice and How It Intersects with Insurance, Claims, and Litigation
Lindsey Pflugrath, Hon. AIA, Attorney, and Stan Pease, CRM, CIC, CCLA, both of Cairncross & Hempelmann (SEAW)
Did you know engineering firms can take a few reasonable steps to protect themselves against risks of litigation associated with project innovation? Come learn more at this session!
Engineering for Elephants: A Structural Safari
Ed Quesenberry, S.E., Equilibrium Engineers (SEAO)
Did you know many aspects of the redesigned 6.5-acre elephant habitat at the Oregon Zoo had to be engineered to withstand forces from 14,000-pound animals? Come learn more at this session!
Seismic Isolation of the Terminal Core Roof at the Portland International Airport
Reid Zimmerman, P.E., S.E., KPFF (SEAO)
Did you know that as part of the expansion and seismic upgrade of the existing main terminal at Portland International Airport, a new 300,000-square-foot roof was built above the existing, fully functioning, main terminal below? Come learn more at this session!
EXHIBITOR SESSIONS
A Simplified Approach to the Design of New Steel Moment Frame Structures with Fluid Viscous Dampers
Nathan Canney, Ph.D., Taylor Devices
Did you know there is a moment frame system that uses modal response spectrum analysis instead of nonlinear response history analysis? Come learn more at this session!
Steel Connection Design Using Finite Element Analysis
Dave Eckrote, P.E., IDEA StatiCaUS
Did you know that finite element analysis can provide safer improved designs for BRB frames designs and can save time? Come learn more at this session!
Unordinary Tubular Connections
Cathleen Jacinto, P.E., S.E., FORSE Consulting (consultant to the Steel Tube Institute)
Did you know there are several unique and atypical HSS connections that are not covered in “the Manual” ? Come learn more at this session!
Innovations That Improve Functional Recovery of Steel Moment Frames
Justin Marshall, Ph.D., P.E., DuraFuse Frames
Did you know the results from a study on 18 steel special moment frame buildings could help identify innovative design techniques to improve functional recovery without increasing upfront costs? Come learn more at this session!
What I Wish I Knew About Steel
Kim Olson, P.E., Nucor
Did you know Nucor has a Structural Solutions Group of nine structural engineers that is available with tips to make your innovative project better and life as a consulting engineer easier? Come learn more at this session!
BRBF State-of-the-Art: Global Stability, Fatigue and Resiliency
Brandt Saxey, P.E., S.E., CoreBrace
Did you know there are new global stability requirements for BRBs from AISC 341-22? Come learn more at this session!
If you haven’t yet registered, do so today! Visit: https://www.seaw.org/2023seanwconference
If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact any member of the Northwest Conference Steering Committee. Thank you to these individuals for all their hard work and dedication to this event!
- Chun Lau (Chair)
- Scott Douglas (Technical Subcommittee Chair)
- Michelle Yee
- Jessica Lim
- Shalini Prochazka
- Darrell Staaleson
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Combined ASCE/SEAW Meeting Highlights Speedcore | |
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By Jessica Lim, YMG
ASCE and SEAW Seattle Chapter hosted their annual joint meeting at the Museum of Flight in April. This was a great opportunity for people to network and hear more about Speedcore and its advancements in the past 15 years. Jeremy Hasselbauer, P.E., S.E., with Magnusson Klemencic Associations (MKA) has been at the forefront of research and development of utilizing Speedcore in a practical setting and was invited to share his years of expertise in it.
Speedcore is a revolutionary construction technology that has the potential to transform the structural engineering and construction industry. It is a construction system that allows high-rise buildings to be built at an unprecedented speed, that can lead to significantly reducing construction time and costs.
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Jeremy Hasselbauer presents on Speedcore at the Museum of Flight. Photo by Jessica Lim. | |
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Speedcore involves the use of prefabricated steel plates on the outside of concrete walls as the core structure to provide stability to a building. The steel plates and concrete walls primarily act compositely to resist lateral forces. These walls are designed as such so most of the system can be constructed and assembled off-site in a controlled environment and transported to the construction site for installation. The only two completed projects utilizing Speedcore in its design are the Rainer Tower in Seattle, WA, and 200 Park Avenue in San Jose, CA. Both of these are high-rise towers with residential and/or commercial spaces.
An additional advantage of Speedcore is the reduction in the amount of on-site labor required. Traditional construction methods require a large number of workers to be on-site for extended periods, which can lead to increased costs and safety concerns. With Speedcore, much of the work can be completed off-site, reducing the number of workers required on-site and improving safety.
Despite the many benefits of Speedcore, there are also some drawbacks to consider. One such drawback is constrained design flexibility. Because much of the system is prefabricated, it can be challenging to make changes to the design once the construction process has begun, limiting the ability of architects or developers to make changes during construction. This technology may not be suitable for all projects. While it can be ideal for high-rise buildings with a need for quick construction, not all cities are equipped with the resources and labor to handle a specialized construction process like this.
Since Speedcore is a relatively young and new system, there are still many things we can learn from and improve upon. Speedcore has the potential to be a game-changer for the construction industry and may be a good option for your next project.
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Seattle Chapter Virtual Meeting Outlines Changes to P.E. Exam | |
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By Kevin Aguilar, YMG
SEAW Seattle hosted a virtual meeting on March 7 to present, “Transition of the P.E. Structural Exam to Computer-Based Testing,” presented by NCEES Chief Officer of Examinations Jason J. Gamble. This presentation aimed to provide information for the upcoming transition to computer-based testing (“CBT”) for the P.E. Structural Exam beginning in 2024.
From 1985 to the mid-90s, the Structural I and Structural II exams were administered in a constructed-response (essay) format. At that point, the Structural I exam transitioned to an objectively scored exam with multiple-choice questions (MCQs) while the Structural II exam remained an essay format. By April 2011, the first 2-component P.E. Structural exam was administered in a pencil-and-paper format, testing engineers for Gravity and Lateral components with both MCQs and essay questions, the current format of P.E. Structural exam. By 2012, it was voted for all exams to transition toward a CBT format.
With the current test format, the Gravity and Lateral components are split into two sections, Breadth and Depth. The Breadth section is four hours and 40 MCQs. The Depth Section is also four hours and is four essay questions (with three for bridges). Each section must be taken at the same test sitting, however, testing between the Gravity and Lateral components can be taken at separate times. The exam is offered twice a year, with testers allowed to bring in their own resources, and results take approximately 8-10 weeks.
Under the new format, the Breadth and Depth sections for both the Gravity and Lateral components can be taken at different times with results available in 7-10 days (6-8 weeks for the first few years for the Depth section). All sections will be graded via computer with resources to be provided completely via the test.
Changes to the Breadth Section include the following:
- Exam time will increase to 5 ½ hours
- Total amount of questions will increase to 55 questions
- 45 scored and 10 non-scored
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Changes to the Depth Section include the following:
- Exam time will increase to 5 hours
- Five scenario questions, each with 12 questions
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- 10 questions will be scored with 2 non-scored
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- This will be a pretest (non-scored) with 12 pretest questions.
SEAW thanks Mr. Gamble for taking the time to discuss the upcoming changes to the P.E. Structural Exam. We believe it was informative to future exam takers.
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YMG Outreach Gives Students Tour of Victory Hall | |
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By Kevin Aguilar, YMG
On March 15, Lund Opsahl sponsored a site tour for a number of Seattle University civil engineering students of the new beerhall (called “Victory Hall”) just across from T-Mobile Park. The YMG helped facilitate the event as part of an outreach effort to Seattle University students.
The new event space is adjacent to Hat Back Bar & Grille and Steelheads Alley, which opened last season and provides more space for fans to hang out before and during the ballgame. Lund Opsahl is the structural engineer of record for the project which features the renovation of an existing URM building with new special concentric braced frames, glulam beams, and steel strongbacks to strengthen the existing walls. Students got to see firsthand the different structural elements of the building and learn of the design and construction challenges during the project.
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Several SU engineering students at the Victory Hall site tour learn about one of the special concentric braced frames installed to help strengthen the existing URM building. Photo courtesy Kevin Aguilar. | |
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Thank you Lund Opsahl for sponsoring this great opportunity for the students to learn about the structural engineering industry. Special shoutout to Scott Schroeder, who served as the project manager/engineer, for sharing his experiences and insight with the students.
If your company would like an opportunity to showcase some of your projects to students, please email us at seawymg@gmail.com
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NCSEA Announces Board, Media Campaign | |
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The We SEE Above and Beyond Campaign aims to spread the word about the value structural engineers bring to the industry and society. | |
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The National Council of Structural Engineers Associations (NCSEA) announced the new Board of Directors for 2023-2024. Ryan Kersting (SEAOC) will serve as President, replacing David Horos (SEAOI), who will transition to Past President. Christopher Cerino (SEAoNY) was named Vice-President, Jami Lorenz (SEAMT) remains as Secretary, and Brian Petruzzi (SEA-MW) was named Treasurer. The Board welcomes two new directors: Angelina Stasulis (SEAOG) and Cervente Sudduth (SEAKM). For a complete list of the current Board, please visit the NCSEA website: http://www.ncsea.com/about/staff/
NCSEA has also launched a brand and marketing initiative to raise awareness of the structural engineering profession’s vital contribution to society. The campaign’s tagline, We SEE Above and Beyond, describes the valuable ways structural engineers contribute to the design and construction of built structures and resilient communities. Structural Engineering Excellence (“SEE”) serves as a guiding principle for the profession. Learn more on the website: https://www.weseeaboveandbeyond.com/
As NCSEA strives to push We SEE Above and Beyond messaging out to the entire AEC Community, NCSEA needs your help!
The campaign is initially utilizing social media (with plans to expand to display advertising and videos). The first step is to follow NCSEA and your state SEA on social media like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. Then, help spread the word about the value structural engineers bring to society by liking, commenting, and/or sharing NCSEA or SEA campaign posts. All of these posts drive people to the campaign website. Together, we can maximize the impact the marketing campaign has on the future of structural engineering.
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Authors/Reviewers Needed for ATC 60 Commentary Update | |
By Scott Douglas, SEAW WEC Chair | |
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The Wind Engineering Committee (WEC) submits the following Report for May:
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Update to the 2004 SEAW commentary on wind code provisions (ATC 60) – The NCSEA CAC Wind Engineering Subcommittee has begun this update effort. Additional authors and reviewers are needed for this update. If interested in either being a primary author or reviewer of an update final draft of a Commentary chapter, please contact Scott Douglas at sdouglasscott@gmail.com.
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City of Bellevue Kzt Map – The SEAW WEC has started the generation of a Kzt Wind Load Factor map for the City of Bellevue’s consideration. It will replicate the existing City of Seattle Wind Load Factor Map Wind Load Factors - SDCI | seattle.gov. If adopted the map will facilitate an alternate conservative method for rapid determination of Kzt factors and shoreline exposure in the City of Bellevue.
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Washington/Columbia Special Wind Regions (SWR) Study – The SEAW White Paper WEC #3-2023 , ASCE 7 Special Wind Regions in Washington State, is now posted on the SEAW website Structural Engineers Association of Washington (squarespace.com). The recommendations in White Paper WEC #3-2023 will now be submitted for adoption by the Washington State Building Code Council, and eventual inclusion in ASCE 7 and the IBC.
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Participation - All SEAW members, whatever their experience, are encouraged to participate at in WEC meetings. Please contact the WEC chair, Scott Douglas sdouglasscott@gmail.com, to join the SEAW WEC and receive additional information and announcements on Committee activities and actions.
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The ATC-60, SEAW Commentary on Wind Code Provisions, 2-volume report was developed by SEAW and edited and published by ATC in 2004. | |
Recent SEFW Efforts include Outreach, Scholarships, Accountability | |
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The Structural Engineers Foundation of Washington has a lot of things going on this time of year!
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OUTREACH: Congrats to Mead High School for a successful popsicle stick bridge breaking competition on April 22! SEFW was pleased to be the sponsor for the prizes for the best bridges at the high school, middle schools, and elementary school level. About 40 bridges were broken, with the best being a Mead High School student whose 232-gram bridge held an incredible 719 pounds! WOW! Thank you to Brent Olsen of DCI Engineers and the SEAW Spokane Chapter who was able to attend and represent both SEAW & SEFW.
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STIPENDS: In April, the SEFW Board unanimously approved a stipend for all SEAW Chapters to send one professional member to the Northwest Conference in September, and a fifth stipend for SEAW to send one student member. These grants are considered “scholarships,” as they support younger structural engineers to advance their career with knowledge at professional events.
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ANNUAL REPORT: SEFW has put the final touches on its 2022 Annual Report, recapping both financial stewardship and all the efforts to support the mission in 2022. SEAW members can look for the report to be emailed in the next week or so!
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FUNDRAISING: SEFW is starting its annual Spring Fundraising Campaign, “Foundation of the Future,” among the SEAW membership. This year, SEFW is eager to showcase the ways the SEFW mission is being advanced all around the state, in each SEAW Chapter.
Thank you for all your support! It has been an exciting 2023 so far!
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The top three elementary school level winners show off their trophies and broken bridges at the Mead School District popsicle stick bridge contest in April. Photo courtesy Andy Arnold of Mead High School. | |
SEAW Outreach Participates in STEM Exploration Night | |
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By Kyle Johnson, Outreach
SEAW volunteers supported the Federal Way Public Schools STEM Exploration Night in April. Phil Hui with Simpson Strong Tie and Haylie Tallon with Coffman Engineers taught students about structural engineering through the use of spaghetti towers and a shake table to simulate earthquakes. With over 100 students stopping by the SEAW booth, there was much excitement around structural engineering.
Check out our upcoming volunteer opportunities on the SEAW Outreach Committee website (https://www.seawoutreach.org/), sign up for our mailing list to be notified of new events, or join the committee. We are currently in need of representatives on the committee from the South Central and Southwest chapters. If you or someone from your firm would be interested in joining the committee or would like to learn more, please reach out to Kyle Johnson at kyle.johnson@coffman.com.
Note the next few SEAW Outreach events:
- WABS Accessing Career Connected Experiences for Student Success (ACCESS). There is an informational session on May 23rd.
- Rainer Beach High School Career Fair. May 24th from 9am-12:30pm.
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More than 100 students stopped by the SEAW structural engineering booth at the Federal Way Public Schools STEM Exploration Night. Photo courtesy Phil Hui. | |
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Thursday May 18
SEAW Spokane Chapter Vendor Social
Dry Fly Distilling, 4:30 PM
Thursday May 18
SEAW Seattle YMG “Be A Part of the Conversation”
Holmes/RBHU, 5:30 PM
Saturday May 20
SEAW Education Committee May Seminar on the 2021 IBC
Seattle City Hall, 10 AM
Tuesday May 23
SEAW Seattle Chapter “Concentrically Braced Frame Provisions in AISC 342: Evaluation and Retrofit”
Virtual, 4 PM
Thursday May 25
SEAW Southwest Chapter & AIA SWW Combined Rainiers Game Event
Cheney Stadium, 7:05 PM
Tuesday June 20
SEAW Seattle Chapter’s Annual June Social: Join us to celebrate our annual awards as well as a presentation by David Sommer of Degenkolb about their team’s recent reconnaissance to areas affected by the recent earthquake
Imperia Lake Union, TBD
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Save the Date!
September 14-15, 2023
2023 SEA NW Conference
"Innovation in Structural Engineering"
Hilton Bellevue
300 112th Ave SE | Bellevue WA 98004
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Welcome New SEAW Members! | |
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Christopher Neisius
Associate Member in the Seattle Chapter
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Are you currently seeking employment as a structural engineer, senior manager, or a senior engineer technician? Check out our job board for current employment opportunities. | |
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Opportunities for Mid-level Structural Engineer and Senior Project Manager:
Seattle Structural is a downtown Seattle firm looking for qualified structural engineering professionals to join our talented team practicing across several different industries. Seattle Structural offers an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of public and private institutional, healthcare, educational, and commercial projects. Specialty areas include waterfront, scoreboards and large display systems, and construction support. We offer a competitive salary and a relaxed, collaborative work environment. Work is on site in our Belltown office near the waterfront. Benefits include medical, transit reimbursement, and retirement matching. Seattle Structural is a firm that makes it easy to become personally invested in the achievements of your company.
Seattle Structural is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are filling two positions. Candidates must meet the following requirements:
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Mid-level Engineer: 5+ years’ experience.
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Senior Project Manager: 10+ years’ experience.
- BS or MS in Structural, Civil/Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
- Experience in steel and concrete buildings, aluminum structures, lateral analysis, deep foundations, and marine projects are desired.
- Working knowledge of CAD and Revit preferred.
- Strong emphasis on client service.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong technical skills.
Please address inquiries to:
Lisa Wipplinger
Seattle Structural PS Inc.
3131 Elliott Avenue Suite 600A
Seattle, WA 98121
LWipplinger@SeattleStructural.com
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Applying or Renewing your Membership in SEAW | |
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In order to “opt-out” please contact the association office. Click here for our privacy policy.
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Please consider making a line-item donation to SEFW as part of your dues renewal. Special designation can be placed on the donation, so it can be applied to scholarships, disaster preparedness or research opportunities. SEFW fulfills its mission with the assistance of donations from individuals and corporations. More information on SEFW and its mission to promote structural engineering can be found at www.sefw.org. Thank you for your support! | | | | |
