Cameron Hughes
About Cameron Hughes
Cameron Hughes is an engineer at Arup in London with extensive experience in geotechnical engineering and a background in civil engineering from the University of Bath.
Current Position at Arup
Cameron Hughes is currently working as an engineer at Arup in London. He began his tenure in 2020. Within this role, he is involved in various engineering projects, leveraging his expertise in civil and geotechnical engineering.
Previous Experience at Arup
Before his current position, Cameron Hughes worked as a graduate engineer at Arup from 2018 to 2020 in London. His early connections with the firm include a brief work experience stint in Cardiff in 2012, helping him build a solid foundation in engineering practices.
Engineering Roles at Network Rail
Cameron Hughes has accumulated diverse experience at Network Rail, starting as an asset engineer intern in Cardiff in 2014. He later occupied roles in London as an assistant project engineer (2015-2016) and engaged in various internships in network operations and asset engineering across different offices, including One Stratford Place and Bristol Temple Point.
Educational Background
Cameron Hughes holds a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Bath, where he studied from 2013 to 2018. He also completed his secondary education at Cowbridge Comprehensive School in Vale of Glamorgan from 2006 to 2013.
Project Involvement
Cameron has played significant roles in a range of high-profile projects. As the resident engineer for the Gull Wing Bridge project in Lowestoft, he oversaw the piling and construction of a bascule bridge. Additionally, he supervised the construction of a two-level secant wall basement for a high-end residence in Hampstead, London, and contributed to the redevelopment of ITV London Studios and the transformation of Kings Mall into the UK's first city-centre IKEA store.
Technical Skills and Software Proficiency
Cameron utilizes various software tools in his geotechnical engineering efforts, including Oasys geotechnical suite, gINT, ArcGIS, PIGLET, Repute, PowerBI, and Python. His expertise with these tools enhances his effectiveness in delivering detailed designs and conducting comprehensive ground investigations.
Interests in Sustainability and Automation
Cameron Hughes is developing interests in sustainability within geotechnics, with a particular focus on foundation reuse and carbon management. He is also exploring automation in geotechnical design and construction, contributing to his ongoing professional development and the advancement of engineering practices.