Emmanuel Arinze
Gateshead,Tyne and Wear
Summary
Career Objectives My career objective is to leverage my 12 years of diverse experience in the construction industry, research, and teaching to contribute towards sustainable and innovative solutions in the field of renewable energy, net-zero emissions, and energy geotechnics. With a strong background in STEM and a deep passion for interdisciplinary research, I am driven to explore new frontiers in sustainable development, integrating various domains to address complex challenges. I aim to engage in cutting-edge research initiatives, collaborate with experts from diverse backgrounds, and make meaningful contributions towards a greener and more energy-efficient future.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
VISITING RESEARCH FELLOW, Newcastle University
10.2022 - Current
- Attracted the funding of £10,000 from TETFund Nigeria and £6,000 from Newcastle University UK
- Research on novel material Engineered Barrier System for Nuclear waste containment
- Conduct Geotechnical and mineralogical relevant test
- Technical research writing for journal and conference papers
Senior Lecturer
LECTURER AND RESEARCHER, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike
Umudike, Nigeria
03.2013 - 09.2022
- And responsibilities:
- As an Examination Officer in my department, I calculated the results of 522 final year students and mobilized them for National Youth Service
- Lecturer for postgraduate and undergraduate courses in engineering mathematics, engineering geology, engineering economics, energy geotechnics and soil mechanics
- Having taught about 8 different groups of about 200 students and currently supervising 7 masters students
- Carryout research and development (R&D) in engineering mathematics, soil mechanics, highway and transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering, energy geotechnics, engineering geology and engineering economics
- Collaborated with my colleagues inside and outside the school, as well as with my research students, in conducting research and development that was published in more than 30 local and international journals
- Assisted 2 of the students I supervised their undergraduate thesis secure Masters and PhD scholarship in United Kingdom and United States respectively.
Research Officer
Nigerian Building
And Road Research Institute, Federal Ministry
Of Science, Ota Ogun State
01.2011 - 01.2013
SITE ENGINEER
Emucon Nigeria Limited
03.2010 - 10.2011
- Conducted on-site technical inspections to gather structural, electrical and related information
- Manages company properties and estates
- Conducted daily site visits to assess quality of work and identify deficiencies
- Closely monitored employees, tasks and construction areas to ensure safety procedures were followed to prevent accidents
- Supervised the construction of a one-storey building for the sterilisation and laundry unit of Anambra State University Teaching Hospital Amaku Awka and the construction of a two-storey building at the Nawa Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital from foundation to landscaping
Federal Roads Maintenance Agency
01.2008 - 01.2009
Education
Newcastle University
PhD - Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering
University of Nigeria Nsukka
2020
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering
University of Nigeria Nsukka
2010
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
2007
West African Senior School Certificate - undefined
Igwebuike Grammar School
1999
Skills
- Working on projects with a strong technical focus including geotechnical interpretation and design
- Soil-structure interaction design methodologies
- Numerical modelling including use of alternative constitutive models
- The enthusiasm and expertise to develop and communicate concepts
- Good communication skills and a desire to engage with colleagues, collaborators, and clients
Accomplishments
- Experience of geotechnical design of earthworks, slopes, retaining walls, underground structures, building structures, ideally in a variety of sectors
- Experience in preparing, running and interpreting finite element packages such as ANSYS, PLAXIS and GEO5, Research Activity/Publications
- Available at
- Google Scholar https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=nTc5H7MAAAAJ&hl=en and
- Research gate https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Emmanuel-Arinze
Affiliations
Registered Member, Council for Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)[Reg. No:28917] 2014
Member, Nigerian Society of Engineers (MNSE) [Reg. No: 29119] 2013
Member, Material Science and Technology Society Of Nigeria [Reg. No: 1161] 2014
Member, International Society Of Environmental Geotechnology (Miseg) (Reg. No. 200084) 2023
Interests
Hobbies & Interests
, I volunteer as a English Tutor at NEST Project Newcastle University UK. I have been involved with this project for almost 1 years and very much enjoy being part of the team. At a personal level, I enjoy working on calculations and coding. I like
Timeline
VISITING RESEARCH FELLOW, Newcastle University
10.2022 - Current
Senior Lecturer
LECTURER AND RESEARCHER, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike
03.2013 - 09.2022
Research Officer
Nigerian Building
And Road Research Institute, Federal Ministry
Of Science, Ota Ogun State
01.2011 - 01.2013
SITE ENGINEER
Emucon Nigeria Limited
03.2010 - 10.2011
Federal Roads Maintenance Agency
01.2008 - 01.2009
Newcastle University
PhD - Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering
University of Nigeria Nsukka
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering
University of Nigeria Nsukka
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
West African Senior School Certificate - undefined
Igwebuike Grammar School
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