Alok Kher
About Alok Kher
Alok Kher is a Senior Engineer at Arup in Dublin, specializing in seismic assessments and retrofit of buildings.
Company
Alok Kher is currently working as a Senior Engineer at Arup. He has held this position since 2021 and is based in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. Prior to his current role, he worked at Arup as a Structural Engineer for five years in the Mumbai Area, India.
Title
Alok Kher holds the title of Senior Engineer. He has accumulated significant experience in the field of structural engineering, working with prominent firms such as Arup and BuroHappold Engineering.
Education and Expertise
Alok Kher obtained his MTech in Structural Engineering from Veermata Jijabai Technical Institute, where he also earned a BE in Civil Engineering. Furthering his qualifications, he completed his Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) in Science from the South Indian Education Society. His technical skills include specialized knowledge in seismic assessments and retrofitting of buildings according to ASCE 41-13 and FEMA standards. He is also proficient in structural engineering software including ETABS, SAFE, GSA, and STAAD Pro.
Background
Alok began his career as a Structural Engineer at Optimal Consultancy Services, working there from 2009 to 2013. He later joined Arup in 2014, spending five years as a Structural Engineer in Mumbai before moving to BuroHappold Engineering as an Associate from 2019 to 2021. Today, he is back at Arup, serving as a Senior Engineer in Dublin.
Achievements
Alok Kher is a chartered member of the Institution of Structural Engineers (UK) and the Engineering Council (UK). His work often focuses on cost optimization, value engineering, and developing construction-friendly designs. He is also experienced in design coordination, peer reviews, and third-party audits, ensuring compliance and efficiency in engineering projects.