Mike Long
About Mike Long
Mike Long is a Senior Structural Technician at Arup with extensive experience in infrastructure projects across Australia and the United Kingdom.
Company
Mike Long is currently working at Arup as a Senior Structural Technician in the Infrastructure sector. He has been with Arup since 2017 and is based in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. Prior to this, Mike has had multiple roles at various firms, including Parsons Brinckerhoff (now WSP), Atkins, Maunsell, Hubbard and Tillman, and Mouchel, accumulating extensive experience in the field of structural engineering.
Title
Mike Long holds the title of Senior Structural Technician in the Infrastructure sector at Arup. He has garnered a wealth of experience working in similar and related roles throughout his career, including positions such as Principal Drafter, CAD Coordinator, and Structural Technician.
Education and Expertise
Mike Long pursued his studies at Eaglesfield School in Shooters Hill, London and later at South East London Technical College, where he achieved a Higher Technical Certificate in Civil & Structural Engineering. His technical skills include proficiency in advanced software tools such as Microstation, AECOsim, AutoCAD, Revit, ProjectWise, CADDPro, and Revizto for structural design and drafting.
Background
Mike Long's career spans several decades and includes numerous key positions in structural and civil engineering. He started as a Junior Draughtsman at Maunsell in 1978 before moving on to roles at Mouchel, Hubbard and Tillman, Maunsell again, Arup, Atkins, and Parsons Brinckerhoff. He has worked in both the United Kingdom and Australia, providing him with a diverse range of professional experiences.
Achievements
Mike Long has contributed to several significant infrastructure projects throughout his career. Notable examples include the design and development of the Gatwick Passenger Bridge, his involvement in the Qatar Expressways Program, the Toowoomba Second Range Crossing project, and the Regional Rail Link project in Victoria, Australia. His expertise has played a crucial role in enhancing transportation infrastructure in various regions.