Brandi Opsahl has over 10 years of experience in engineering, research, and management. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Alaska Anchorage and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Washington State University. Currently, she works as a Staff Engineer at PND Engineers, Inc. where she designs structures and assists with proposals. Previously, she conducted hydrokinetic research and taught labs as a university employee. Opsahl also has experience managing coffee shops and supervising employees. She maintains a high GPA and membership in several professional organizations.
Complex problems are not obstacles, they are a place to start. By working on some of the country’s most prestigious projects, our employees find fresh approaches to fundamental problems and solve unseen challenges every day.
Complex problems are not obstacles, they are a place to start. By working on some of the country’s most prestigious projects, our employees find fresh approaches to fundamental problems and solve unseen challenges every day.
1. BRANDI L. OPSAHL
6260 West Tree Drive, Anchorage, AK 99507
Cell: (907) 301-2063 Email: opsahlbrandi@live.com
Education
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
University of Alaska Anchorage, Anchorage,AK
Graduated December 2015
Cumulative Grade Point Average: 3.7
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Washington State University, Pullman, WA
8/2010 – 12/2010
Cumulative Grade Point Average: 4.0
Employment
5/2015 – present Staff Engineer
PND Engineers, Inc., Anchorage,AK
Steel design, port and harbor design, timber design,miscellaneous structural design, assist in master plan
and proposaldocument preparation.
5/2014 – 5/2015 Hydrokinetic Research Technician and Fluid Mechanics Lab Instructor
University of Alaska Anchorage,Anchorage,AK
Analyzed hydrodynamic data to determine how turbulence intensity in rivers affects efficiency of
hydrokinetic devices.Effectively communicated and transmitted results through technical reports for
professionals and technicians. Graded homework assignments and lab reports and provided supplementary
notes for both the students and the professor.
1/2013 – 4/2014 Lead Barista
Kindred SpiritsCoffee, Anchorage,AK
Supervised one to two baristas during early morning shifts. Prepared and monitored quality of espresso
beverages and food. Increased cliental, resulting in a profit increase.
6/2007 – 10/2012 Barista, Manager
Caffe D’Arte, Anchorage,AK
Managed seven workers and worked early morning shifts. Constructed monthly schedules for all
employees and directed shop meetings. Hired and trained employees. Maintained a clean and safe
environment. Instituted competitive prices resulting in increased cliental.
Honors, Organizations and Certificates
Kappa Delta Sigma Tau Alumni of Washington State University
Chancellor’s List: 2011, 2012, and 2014
Dean’s List: 2012, 2013
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
OSHA 10 – Hour Construction Safety Certification
Technical Skills
Risa 3D, Revit, AutoCAD, MathCAD, Matlab, and Microsoft Office
References
Available upon request