Rebecca Drake
About Rebecca Drake
Rebecca Drake is a Senior Engineer at Arup with over 9 years of experience in the energy sector, specializing in offshore wind and tidal infrastructure.
Current Role and Responsibilities
Rebecca Drake currently holds the title of Senior Engineer at Arup. In this role, she leads multi-disciplinary teams in the design of maritime structures. Rebecca specializes in early strategic review and business case development for offshore wind projects. She is a strong advocate for a client-focused and whole-system approach to achieving a net-zero energy sector.
Career Background
Rebecca Drake has substantial experience in the energy sector, with a specialized focus on offshore wind and tidal infrastructure. She started her career as a Placement Engineer at Skanska in 2009. She then joined Arup as an Engineer from 2011 to 2015 in London, United Kingdom. Rebecca transitioned to the Bristol office, working from 2015 to 2017. Currently, she holds the position of Senior Engineer at Arup.
Education and Expertise
Rebecca earned her Masters of Engineering (MEng) in Civil Engineering from the University of Bath, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. Her academic background provided a foundation for her expertise in early strategic review and business case development, particularly for offshore wind projects.
Experience in Offshore Wind Projects
Rebecca Drake has over 9 years of experience in the energy sector, concentrating on offshore wind and tidal infrastructure. She is known for specializing in early strategic review and business case development for offshore wind projects, playing a critical role in initiatives aimed at achieving a net-zero energy sector.
Advocacy for Net-Zero Energy Sector
As a Senior Engineer, Rebecca advocates for a client-focused and whole-system approach to realizing a net-zero energy sector. Her commitment extends beyond engineering to include strategic planning and holistic development practices that ensure projects are both feasible and sustainable.