Karan Arora, MSc, P.Eng.
About Karan Arora, MSc, P.Eng.
Karan Arora is a Transportation Engineer with extensive experience in traffic microsimulations and infrastructure projects. He currently works at Hatch in Calgary, Canada, and has previously held positions at SYSTRA, WSP, and various academic institutions.
Work at Hatch
Karan Arora has been employed at Hatch as a Transportation Engineer since 2019. In this role, he applies his expertise in transportation engineering to various projects. His work involves the design and planning of transportation systems, utilizing advanced simulation software to analyze traffic patterns and improve infrastructure efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Karan Arora holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Transportation Engineering from the University of Calgary, which he completed from 2015 to 2017. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Civil Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, from 2010 to 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and transportation systems.
Background
Karan Arora has a diverse professional background in transportation engineering. He began his career as a Research Assistant at the University of Alberta in 2012 and later worked at various organizations, including SYSTRA as a Highway Design Engineer and WSP as a Transportation Planning Engineer-in-Training. His experience spans multiple roles, contributing to significant projects in Canada and India.
Achievements
Karan Arora has contributed to several major infrastructure projects, including the Surrey-Langley Skytrain project and the Pattullo Bridge Replacement Project in British Columbia. He developed an integrated control strategy for Deerfoot Trail in Calgary, which combined variable speed limits with hard shoulder running and received media coverage. His involvement in these projects highlights his capability in managing complex transportation challenges.
Technical Skills
Karan Arora is proficient in a variety of simulation and design software essential for transportation engineering. He utilizes tools such as PTV VISSIM, AutoCAD, and ArcGIS for traffic microsimulations and infrastructure design. His technical skills enable him to effectively analyze and optimize transportation systems, contributing to improved project outcomes.