About Me
I am an engineer that works on cleaning the environment. I don’t go out with a shovel and a bucket but with all the stuff I know about computers I am really good at guessing where the best place to start cleaning.
Briefly share what you do as part of your job
I am a groundwater modeling work one of the most complicated contamination sites in the US. My degree is in civil and environmental engineering and my skills revolve around programming, data analysis, and technical writing. I engage with engineers developers government clients to help build models that best reflect current and future conditions.
What Inspired You to Explore STEM?
I remember finding a couple of engineering science magazines in the public library. I loved reading them but over time I ran out of magazines to read. I remember one day one of my science teachers knew how much I loved reading so ended up buying a couple of the new issues and letting me read during class. I was hooked ever since.
What Do You Enjoy Most About Your STEM Career?
I love to be curious I ask about the why and the how. In my job I get the chance to ask questions, develop methods to figure the how and share what I find. This makes me feel good that I the work I do is in the interest of a cleaner environment and a healthier future for everyone.
What is a STEM fact about your field?
About 1 percent of all water is freshwater and about 30 percent of all fresh water is found underground.
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