Rachel O'kane
About Rachel O'kane
Rachel O'Kane is a Civil Engineer at Arup in Belfast, United Kingdom, with extensive experience in major infrastructure projects and a background in civil engineering from Queen's University Belfast.
Current Position at Arup
Rachel O'kane currently holds the position of Civil Engineer at Arup in Belfast, United Kingdom. She has been with the company in this role since 2019. Her work involves contributing to major infrastructure projects and providing expertise in civil engineering to enhance infrastructure development in Northern Ireland.
Previous Roles at Arup
Rachel began her career at Arup as an Industrial Placement Student from 2014 to 2015. She then advanced to the role of Graduate Engineer, serving from 2017 to 2019. During these positions, Rachel gained significant hands-on experience and developed her professional skills, which paved the way for her current role as a Civil Engineer.
Educational Background
Rachel O'kane achieved her MEng in Civil Engineering from Queen's University Belfast, where she studied from 2012 to 2017. Prior to this, she completed her secondary education at Drumragh Integrated College from 2005 to 2012. Her academic background laid a strong foundation for her career in civil engineering.
Project Involvement and Experience
Rachel has worked on significant projects such as the Connswater Community Greenway and East Belfast Flood Alleviation Scheme. Her involvement in these projects provided her with site-based experience and the opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure developments aimed at improving community resilience and connectivity.
Belfast Infrastructure Team Contributions
As part of the Belfast Infrastructure Team, Rachel has played a role in the development of major road schemes in Northern Ireland. Her contributions have been instrumental in advancing road infrastructure projects that are crucial for regional development and mobility improvements.