- (510) 250-1248
- alynn@degenkolb.com
Education
BS in Architectural Engineering from Cal Poly, SLO
MS and PhD in Civil Engineering from UC Berkeley.
Why did you go into structural engineering?
The son of a general contractor, I grew up building structures on my father’s crews during the summers and weekends. I also loved math and physics and, when it came to applying for college, structural engineering was the logical choice and felt right. It still does.
Little known fact
I met the Dalai Lama in the Himalayas at age 8.
Question of the Day
What hobby would you go into if time and money weren’t an issue?
Professional student.
- (415) 354-6498
- aroberts@degenkolb.com
Education
B.S., Washington University in St. Louis
M.S., The University of Texas at Austin, 2010
Registration
CA, Civil Engineer, License No. 80316
CA, Structural Engineer, License No. 6437
Why did you go into structural engineering?
I wanted to design roller coasters since I was 7 and my favorite roller coaster manufacturer at the time, Arrow Dynamics, said you needed to be a civil / structural engineer to design them.
Little Known Fact
I played cornet in a semi-professional British brass band in high school.
Question of the Day
What’s your favorite team?
Arsenal.
- (657) 233-4683
- atran@degenkolb.com
What’s your favorite way to get to work?
Walking (from my bed, down the hall, to my desk).
- (206) 340-8114
- dsommer@degenkolb.com
Education
B.S., Civil Engineering (BSCE), Seattle University, 2007
M.S., Civil Engineering (MSCE), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2010
Registration
WA, Structural Engineer, License No. 55185
WA, Professional Engineer, License No. 55185
CA, Civil Engineer, License No. 79475
IL, Structural Engineer, License No. 081.007830
Why did you go into Engineering?
I always wanted a job that used what I was best at: math, science, problem solving, etc. I searched through many types of jobs in high school and couldn’t find where I felt like I fit until I drove past a construction site and it clicked. From that moment on I wanted to be a structural engineer, and I never wavered.
Little known fact
I am a professional musician and I play piano at church, weddings, funerals, and special events.
Question of the Day
What hobby would you go into if time and money weren’t an issue?
Cooking
- (510) 210-1221
- hkaur@degenkolb.com
- M.S., Structural Engineering, University of California, Los Angeles, 2012
- CA, Structural Engineer, License No. 6563
- CA, Professional Engineer, License No. 82893
Why did you go into the AEC industry?
I have always wanted to have an impact on society. I couldn't think of a better way to do that than create real structures and affect lives. I feel immensely gratified when the buildings I have designed eventually come to life and are opened for occupancy. They are like my trophies on the face of the earth.
Little Known Fact
I love travelling and want to visit Kenya and Tanzania for the wildlife safaris.
What hobby would you go into if time and money weren’t an issue?
I would want to open an animal shelter to rescue as many animals as possible.
- (510) 250-1231
- jyin@degenkolb.com
Education
M.Eng., Structural Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, 1995
Bachelor of Architectural Engineering, Pennsylvania State University, 1993
Registration
CA, Civil Engineer, License No. 57761
CA, Structural Engineer, License No. 4521
Why did you go into structural engineering?
I always wanted to be involved with the design of buildings and turn ideas into reality. Structural engineering was the best fit with my academic interests in high school and college.
Little Known Fact:
I immigrated to the United States from Taiwan when I was 13, and grew up in Maryland.
Question of the Day
What hobby would you go into if time and money weren’t an issue?
Anything that can be remote controlled.
- (510) 250-1215
- jgross@degenkolb.com
Education:
B.S., Civil Engineering, Cornell University, 2005
M.S., Structural Engineering, Cornell University, 2006
Registration
CA, Civil Engineer, License No. 72755
CA, Structural Engineer, License No. S5724
LEED AP
Why did you go into structural engineering?
I took an intro to structural engineering class with Dr. Hover and that class made me decide to go into structural engineering, rather than biomedical, which is what I had originally gone to school to study.
Little Known Fact:
I played violin in my school orchestra from 4th-12th grade.
Question of the Day
What’s your favorite team?
Oakland Athletics.
- (213) 596-5961
- jfruiz@degenkolb.com
- M.S., Civil Engineering, University of Canterbury, New Zealand, 2005
- B.S., Civil Engineering, Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico, 2002
- CA, Structural Engineer, License No. 5865
- CA, Profesional Engineer, License No. 73382
Why did you go into Engineering?
When I finished high school, I knew two things: I liked math and I liked being outside, so engineering seemed like the natural fit. I chose structural engineering which currently keeps me in the office 99% of the time, so my vision wasn't quite right, but as I grow older, I appreciate working on engaging work while sipping a warm cup of coffee or tea from the comfort of my desk.
Little Known Fact
Living by the ocean, where there are waves, has had a great influence on my professional career path. Warm weather is a close second. The result is integrating work-life balance while being passionate about my career and professional development.
What’s your favorite band?
All bands in which Thom Yorke plays, Olafur Arnalds, and Fat Freddy's Drop.
- (213) 596-5002
- lbasualdo@degenkolb.com
Education
B.S., University of California, Los Angeles 2008
M.S., Stanford University, 2010
Registration
CA, Civil Engineering License No. 80026
CA, Structural Engineering License No. 6486
Little Known Fact
I used to be a soccer referee.
- (510) 250-1247
- mvickery@degenkolb.com
Education
B.S., Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, 2007
M.S., University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand, 2010
Registration
CA, Civil Engineer, License No. 79100
CA, Structural Engineer, License No. 6237
LEED AP
Why did you go into structural engineering?
The program at Cal Poly is called Architectural Engineering which lured me in because it sounded like it was a good mix of architecture (which I loved) and math (which I also loved).
Little Known Fact
I spent a year abroad in high school.
Question of the Day
Apple or Samsung?
Apple.
- (619) 814-7005
- pmaloney@degenkolb.com
Education
B.S., Civil Engineering, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
M.S., Structural Engineering, UC San Diego
Registration
CA, Structural Engineer, License No. 6556
CA, Civil Engineer, License No. 82044
Why did you go into structural engineering?
Thanks to passionate professors at Cal Poly SLO and UCSD (cheers to Dr. Chadwell and Dr. Restrepo!)
Little Known Fact
I had the opportunity to live in a van and travel around New Zealand for 4 months!
Question of the Day
What hobby would you go into if time and money weren’t an issue?
Travel cinematography and photography.
- (916) 502-7633
- smoore@degenkolb.com
- B.S., Architectural Engineering, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, 1990
- CA, Civil Engineer, 56782
- CA, Certified Access Specialist, 433
Why did you go into Engineering?
I have always looked at the world around me—the buildings, the vehicles, even my pencil at school, and wondered, "How exactly did they build that?" And now in my career, I am using what I have learned to "deconstruct" those things and find the truth behind architectural and structural damage.
What was your career like before joining Degenkolb?
I've been in the Sacramento construction industry for more than 30 years. I started doing forensic engineering investigations after joining Barrish Pelham in 2003. My first investigations involved settlement damage, cause & origin reports, and burned truss repairs. Since then, the types of investigations have broadened to include moisture intrusion and building envelope issues, equipment failures, foundation salvageability studies, and ADA/Accessibility condition assessments. Since Barrish Pelham became part of Degenkolb, I've been excited to broaden that expertise and service a much larger client base along the entire West Coast.
Little Known Fact
I am an avid rugby fan and played for about 14 years! I also enjoy throwing darts. I may have been English in a former life!
What’s your favorite band?
AC/DC
