Jay Francis Salcedo
About Jay Francis Salcedo
Jay Francis Salcedo is a Structural Engineer at SSI Schaefer Systems International Ltd in Ortigas Center, Pasig City, Philippines, where he has worked since 2015. He holds a BS in Civil Engineering from the University of the Philippines and has extensive experience in structural design, finite element analysis, and innovative racking solutions.
Work at SSI SCHÄFER
Jay Francis Salcedo has been employed as a Structural Engineer at SSI Schaefer Systems International Ltd since 2015. He has worked in this role for nine years, contributing to various structural engineering projects in Ortigas Center, Pasig City, NCR, Philippines. His responsibilities include creating standardized connection design spreadsheets for hot rolled and cold formed steel applications, as well as conducting research and development on innovative racking design solutions.
Education and Expertise
Jay Francis Salcedo earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of the Philippines, completing his studies from 2003 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation in structural engineering principles. He specializes in preparing wind and seismic analysis using both static and dynamic methods, tailored to project-specific standards. Additionally, he has developed Visual Basic programs to enhance efficiency in structural engineering tasks.
Background
Before his tenure at SSI Schaefer Systems International Ltd, Jay Francis Salcedo held various engineering positions. He worked as a Structural Design Engineer at Makati Development Corporation for two months in 2011 and as a Connection Design Engineer at International Design Services, Inc. for one year from 2012 to 2013. He also served as a Planner at Makati Development Corporation from 2010 to 2011 and as Engineer 1 at JGC Philippines Inc. from 2013 to 2015.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Jay Francis Salcedo has developed expertise in finite element analysis for non-standard connections, utilizing advanced plate element methods. His work includes the creation of standardized connection design spreadsheets and conducting research focused on innovative racking design solutions. His technical skills contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of structural engineering processes.