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Engineer Andrés Puerta Mejía has over twelve years of experience in geotechnics, specialising in mining, hydroelectric projects, road infrastructure, housing, and industrial developments. He possesses extensive knowledge in the use of geotechnical software, including Plaxis, RS2, and Slide, with a particular focus on slope stability analysis, foundation design, and retaining structures. His experience also includes underpinning calculations and ground treatment designs. Additionally, Andrés has a strong track record in conducting root cause studies and coordinating multidisciplinary teams on complex projects.

Andrés Puerta Mejía is currently a candidate for a Master of Science in Geotechnical Engineering at the University of Alberta, Canada, where he has been recognised with multiple academic awards and scholarships. He has also complemented his education with a specialisation in Soil Mechanics and Foundations from Universidad EAFIT and a degree in Civil Engineering from Universidad Nacional de Colombia.

As an independent geotechnical consultant, Andrés has worked on significant projects, including the forensic evaluation of a concrete-faced rockfill dam in Colombia and the investigation of landslides on the Pacífico 1 highway. His professional experience includes roles as Senior Geotechnical Engineer at Integral Ingenieros S.A., Specialist Engineer at HMV S.A., and Technical Support Specialist at RDT Geotechnics, where he has demonstrated his ability to manage technically complex projects, interact effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and apply his advanced knowledge in soil and rock mechanics.

Areas of Expertise:

• Forensic engineering
• Slope stability analysis
• Foundation and retaining structure design
• Ground treatment and improvement
• Root cause studies and forensic analysis
• Numerical modelling in geotechnics
• Multidisciplinary coordination in engineering projects