Steve Walker
About Steve Walker
Steve Walker is an Associate Director at Arup, leading teams in machine learning, data science, and electromagnetic consulting, with a background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Loughborough University.
Title
Steve Walker holds the position of Associate Director at Arup. He has a multifaceted role involving leadership, research, and applied science, focusing on various facets of engineering and technology.
Company
Steve Walker is associated with Arup, a global design, engineering, and consulting firm. His tenure at Arup has spanned several decades, contributing significantly to the company in various capacities across different cities, including London and New York.
Education and Expertise
Steve Walker earned a BSc(Eng) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Loughborough University. His expertise extends to machine learning, data science, deep learning, Bayesian inference, and differentiable programming. He is also experienced in the application of low power sensor technology and advanced HPC CFD technologies.
Industry Leadership
As Associate Director at Arup, Steve Walker leads a team of practitioners focused on applying machine learning and data science to the built environment. He spearheads the Arup electromagnetic consulting business, which caters to sectors such as research laboratories, healthcare, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
Collaborative Projects and Research
Steve Walker actively collaborates with academic institutions, including Imperial College and the University of Oxford. His projects involve multidisciplinary approaches covering microclimate design, building physics, and CFD modeling of wind and thermal environments. His applied research includes exploring emerging techniques and technologies to enhance engineering and design practices.