Benard Isojeh (PhD, P.Eng)
About Benard Isojeh (PhD, P.Eng)
Benard Isojeh is a structural engineer with a PhD in Structural Engineering from the University of Toronto. He specializes in retrofitting design, advanced finite element analysis for hydro-dams, and the analysis of aging structures.
Work at Hatch
Benard Isojeh has been employed at Hatch as a Structural Engineer since 2018. In this role, he focuses on structural analysis and the review of bridges to ensure their safety and longevity. His work includes performing time-dependent deterioration analysis of reinforced concrete structures. Isojeh's expertise contributes to the development of constitutive models for structural materials, particularly in the areas of plasticity, damage, and fracture mechanics.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position at Hatch, Benard Isojeh worked as a Project Surveyor at EllisDon for five months in 2018 in Toronto, Ontario. He also served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Toronto for three months in 2017. These roles provided him with valuable experience in the field of structural engineering, enhancing his skills in project management and advanced engineering analysis.
Education and Expertise
Benard Isojeh holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Structural Engineering from the University of Toronto, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. He also earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Structural Engineering from the University of Leeds in 2012. His undergraduate studies were completed at the University of Benin, where he achieved a First Class degree in Civil Engineering from 2003 to 2008. Isojeh specializes in advanced nonlinear finite element analysis, particularly for hydro-dams, and retrofitting design and analysis of damaged and aging structures.
Research and Development
In his professional practice, Benard Isojeh engages in advanced research and development activities. He conducts nonlinear finite element analysis, focusing on the structural integrity of hydro-dams. His work includes developing constitutive models for structural materials, which address critical aspects of plasticity, damage, and fracture mechanics. This research supports the engineering community in enhancing the performance and safety of various structures.