Michael Stroker
About Michael Stroker
Michael Stroker is a Structural Design Engineer at Arup in Galway, Ireland, with a background in civil engineering and business acumen, and experience in various engineering and customer service roles.
Current Role at Arup
Michael Stroker is currently serving as a Structural Design Engineer at Arup, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Galway, County Galway, Ireland, Michael has been an integral part of the team, contributing to numerous structural design projects since joining. His role involves applying advanced structural design principles and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for various engineering challenges.
Previous Experience at Ward and Burke Construction Limited
Before his tenure at Arup, Michael Stroker gained valuable experience at Ward and Burke Construction Limited. He worked as a Graduate Civil Engineer in 2020 for a period of 5 months in Dublin, Ireland. Prior to this, he served as a Student Engineer at the same company in 2019 for another 5 months. These roles provided Michael with hands-on experience in civil engineering projects and helped him build a solid foundation in practical engineering skills.
Education and Credentials
Michael Stroker holds a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Civil Engineering from the National University of Ireland, Galway. He completed this degree in one year, from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, Michael has a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree from the same university, which he obtained after four years of study from 2016 to 2020. Complementing his engineering education, Michael earned the Credential of Readiness (CORe) from Harvard Business School Online in 2019, equipping him with vital business acumen.
Internships and Early Career Roles
Michael's engineering journey includes several internships and early career roles that have enriched his professional experience. In 2018, he worked as a Student Planning Engineer at Coffey Northumbrian Ltd for 4 months in Athenry. He also has customer service experience from his role as a Welcome Advisor at Bank of Ireland in 2017, where he worked for 2 months in County Leitrim, Ireland. These positions have provided Michael with a diverse skill set, ranging from engineering planning to customer service.
Projects Across Ireland
Throughout his career, Michael has been involved in various engineering projects across Ireland. His practical experience spans multiple locations, including Dublin and Athenry. These projects have allowed him to apply his theoretical knowledge in real-world settings, contributing to his growth as a skilled structural and civil engineer.