Magda Allan
About Magda Allan
Magda Allan is an Associate at Arup with over 15 years of experience in geotechnical engineering, specializing in foundations, earthworks, and retaining structures.
Current Role at Arup
Magda Allan is currently an Associate at Arup, a global engineering consultancy, based in Glasgow, United Kingdom. She has been with Arup since 2019, contributing her extensive expertise in geotechnical engineering to various projects. In her current role, she supports the business development and technical operations of Arup's Glasgow Geotechnical Team, enhancing project delivery and providing management oversight.
Previous Experience at Mott MacDonald
Before joining Arup, Magda Allan worked at Mott MacDonald in Glasgow, United Kingdom. She first joined Mott MacDonald in 2012 as a Geotechnical Engineer, progressively advancing to Chartered Geotechnical Engineer, Senior Geotechnical Engineer, and ultimately Principal Geotechnical Engineer. Her tenure at Mott MacDonald lasted until 2019, marking nearly 7 years of her professional journey. During this period, she was instrumental in various geotechnical engineering projects, including foundation, earthworks, and retaining structure designs for multiple sectors such as railway, highway, maritime, and power.
Educational Background
Magda Allan completed her MSc in Geotechnical Engineering at Gdańsk University of Technology, graduating in 2005. This solid academic foundation has supported her extensive career in geotechnical engineering, enabling her to engage in complex engineering projects and contribute to significant infrastructure developments. Her education forms the basis of her technical skills and understanding of ground investigations, earthworks, and foundation design.
Specialization in Wind Farm Projects
Magda Allan has a particular interest in wind farm projects, where she serves as a Lead Reviewer for geotechnical aspects and ground risks. She focuses on the impact of ground and seabed conditions on cable and foundation design, acting as a Technical Advisor for both offshore and onshore wind farms. Her contributions include wind farm layout design and ensuring robust geotechnical solutions to support the renewable energy sector.
Experience at Fairhurst and Omnitech
Early in her career, Magda Allan worked at Fairhurst and Omnitech in the United Kingdom. She started at Omnitech in Prestwick as a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer from 2005 to 2006. She then moved to Fairhurst, where she served initially as a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer and later as a Geotechnical Engineer from 2006 to 2012. These roles provided her with fundamental experience in ground investigations, site-based project management, and earthworks.