Alyssa Mey Saechao
About Alyssa Mey Saechao
Alyssa Mey Saechao is an Environmental Team Member with extensive experience in civil engineering and environmental studies. She has participated in various projects focused on water reuse and quality analysis, and has been actively involved with organizations such as the American Water Works Association and the American Society of Civil Engineers.
Work at American Society of Civil Engineers
Alyssa Mey Saechao has been an Environmental Team Member at the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) since 2016. In this role, she has contributed to various environmental engineering projects, including a stormwater capture and reuse initiative. She previously served as an Ambassador for ASCE from 2018 to 2019, where she likely engaged with members and promoted the organization's mission. Additionally, she was involved with the Concrete Canoe Team from 2016 to 2017, participating in a competitive engineering project.
Education and Expertise
Alyssa earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Engineering from San Diego State University (SDSU), completing her studies from 2016 to 2021. During her time at SDSU, she conducted independent research focused on water reuse and pathogen log reduction credits under faculty supervision. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in environmental engineering principles and practices.
Background in Engineering Roles
Alyssa has held various engineering-related positions throughout her career. She currently works as a Junior Engineer at Stevens Cresto Engineering, Inc. in San Diego, California, a role she has maintained since 2021. Prior to this, she worked as a Computer Lab Technician in the Art Department at SDSU for six months in 2017 and served as an ITS Student Assistant from 2017 to 2021. These roles contributed to her technical skills and experience in engineering environments.
Research and Projects
Alyssa has engaged in significant research projects during her academic and professional career. She has conducted a hypothesis-based study analyzing water quality across different socioeconomic neighborhoods in San Diego County. Additionally, she evaluated the atmospheric dispersion of a non-reactive pollutant from a proposed smokestack, contributing to her understanding of environmental impacts and engineering solutions.
Membership in Professional Organizations
Since 2018, Alyssa has been a Student Member of the American Water Works Association (AWWA). This membership allows her to connect with professionals in the water industry and stay updated on best practices and innovations in water management and engineering.