Louise O'regan
About Louise O'regan
Louise O'Regan is a Hydrologist and Hydraulic Modeller at Arup, with a background in physical geography and experience in hydrological analysis and advanced modeling software.
Current Position at Arup
Louise O'Regan is currently employed at Arup as a Hydrologist and Hydraulic Modeller. She has been working in this role since 2019, based in Leeds, United Kingdom. In her position, Louise utilizes her expertise in hydraulic modeling software like TUFLOW-Flood Modeller Pro to assist with infrastructure design and conduct flood risk assessments. Her work contributes to the optimization and safety of various infrastructural projects by predicting and mitigating potential flood-related issues.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current role at Arup, Louise O'Regan accumulated diverse experience through multiple positions. In 2019, she worked briefly as an Activity Leader at Telligo in Bristol, United Kingdom. During her studies, she had work placements at NWG (Northumbrian Water Group) in Durham in 2018 and at Thames Tideway Tunnel in London in 2016. Additionally, she served as a Student Engagement and Experience Officer at Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College from 2015 to 2018, as a Teaching Assistant at Newnham Junior School in 2014, and as a Museum Assistant at The Museum of the Order of St John in 2012.
Educational Background
Louise O'Regan pursued her higher education at Durham University, where she studied Physical Geography and graduated with a Master of Science in Geography (MSci) in 2019. Before attending Durham University, she completed her secondary education at Haydon School from 2008 to 2015. At Haydon School, she achieved 12 GCSEs with grades A*-A, including subjects like English Language, Mathematics, Spanish, and German. She also received A-Levels in Biology, Geography, History, and Mathematics, along with a Level 3 Extended Project Qualification in Natural Hazard Management.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Louise O'Regan is proficient in the use of advanced hydraulic modeling and hydrological analysis tools. She regularly utilizes software such as TUFLOW-Flood Modeller Pro for conducting infrastructure design projects and performing flood risk assessments. Additionally, she employs hydrological analysis techniques including WIN-FAP and FEH methods. Louise is skilled in using geographic information systems (GIS) like ArcGIS and QGIS. Her technical expertise also encompasses programming languages such as Python and SQL, which she leverages to enhance her analyses and project outcomes.