Zhimin Li, P.E.
About Zhimin Li, P.E.
Zhimin Li, P.E. is a Drainage Engineer at BCC Engineering Inc. in Orlando, Florida, specializing in hydrology and hydraulic analysis using advanced software tools.
Current Position at BCC Engineering Inc.
Zhimin Li currently holds the position of Drainage Engineer at BCC Engineering Inc. He has been with the company since 2016, contributing his expertise to projects in the Orlando, Florida area. His work involves using FDOT standards and collaborating with roadway teams to integrate drainage details effectively into plan and profile sheets.
Education in Civil Engineering
Zhimin Li has an extensive educational background in Civil Engineering. He obtained his Master of Science (M.S.) in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University, where he studied from 2013 to 2015. Prior to this, he also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University between 2010 and 2012. Additionally, he completed another Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from Lanzhou Jiaotong University in Civil Engineering, which he received from 2008 to 2010.
Experience as Laboratory Technician
Before joining BCC Engineering Inc., Zhimin Li worked as a Laboratory Technician at Iowa State University from 2012 to 2015. During his three years in this role, he gained hands-on experience in technical aspects of Civil Engineering, which laid a solid foundation for his subsequent career as a Drainage Engineer.
Expertise in Advanced Engineering Software
Zhimin Li is proficient in the application of advanced engineering software tools. His technical skills include the use of MicroStation, Geopak, ArcGIS, OpenRoads, HEC-RAS, and HY-8. These tools enable him to conduct detailed drainage and hydrology analysis, prepare engineering drawings, and perform hydraulic analysis for infrastructure projects such as bridges and culverts.
Specialization in Engineering Drawings and Hydrology Analysis
As a Drainage Engineer, Zhimin Li specializes in preparing detailed engineering drawings, including drainage maps, structure details, and erosion control plans. He conducts hydrology analyses using ArcGIS and ArcHydro, and performs hydraulic analyses using HEC-RAS. Additionally, he engages in 3D pond modeling utilizing OpenRoads, demonstrating his broad range of technical skills in the field of Civil Engineering.