Francisco Mier Y Teran
About Francisco Mier Y Teran
Francisco Mier Y Teran is a Special Services Employee at Metrolink and a Substitute Teacher at Irvine Unified School District, both roles he has held since 2017. He has a background in civil and environmental engineering, having worked in various engineering and educational positions, including a research assistant at UCLA.
Work at Metrolink Trains
Francisco Mier Y Teran has been employed at Metrolink as a Special Services Employee since 2017. In this role, he applies research techniques and analytical methods to railroad engineering systems, policies, and procedures. He prepares correspondence to contractors, consultants, agencies, and other railroads to address various engineering and construction topics. His responsibilities include supporting the delivery of railroad-related projects that involve infrastructure components such as track and signals, bridges, culverts, tunnels, and other right-of-way facilities.
Current Role at Irvine Unified School District
Since 2017, Francisco Mier Y Teran has also worked as a Substitute Teacher at the Irvine Unified School District. This position allows him to engage with students and contribute to their educational experience. His dual roles in education and transportation highlight his diverse skill set and commitment to public service.
Education and Expertise
Francisco Mier Y Teran studied Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of California, Los Angeles, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2011 to 2016. He also participated in the University of California Education Abroad Program at Université Lumière Lyon 2 for 11 months in 2014. His educational background equips him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in engineering and education.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current roles, Francisco Mier Y Teran worked at UCLA Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science as a Research Assistant for three months in 2011. He also served as a Student Assistant at UCLA Anderson School of Management from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he worked as an Engineer at IC Systems from 2016 to 2017. These positions contributed to his professional development and experience in engineering and academic environments.
Skills in Engineering and Project Support
In his engineering roles, Francisco Mier Y Teran assists in calculating construction work quantities using plans, specifications, field survey data, or direct field measurements. His expertise supports the successful execution of railroad-related projects, ensuring that infrastructure is developed according to established standards and practices.