Luis Partida
About Luis Partida
Luis Partida is a Research Scientist Numerical Surface Water Modeler at The Water Institute of the Gulf, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in water resources engineering, having held positions at various firms and developed advanced modeling techniques.
Work at The Water Institute
Luis Partida serves as a Research Scientist Numerical Surface Water Modeler at The Water Institute of the Gulf. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to various projects focused on surface water modeling. His role involves applying advanced modeling techniques to support water resource management and environmental studies.
Previous Experience in Water Resources Engineering
Prior to his current role, Luis Partida worked as a Water Resources Engineer at OMEGA Engineers, Inc. from 2014 to 2018. He also served as a Senior Water Resources Engineer at RPS North America from 2019 to 2022. His experience includes developing a 1D/2D coupled Dickinson Bayou model using HCFCD MAAPNext modeling standards and applying advanced knowledge in urban drainage studies.
Educational Background in Civil Engineering
Luis Partida earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Arizona, completing his studies from 2011 to 2014. This educational foundation has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in his field, particularly in water resources engineering.
Professional Contributions and Speaking Engagements
Luis has actively contributed to the field of water resources engineering through various speaking engagements. He was a guest speaker at the ASCE Mississippi conference in Biloxi, Mississippi, where he discussed advanced 2-dimensional modeling techniques related to junction hydraulics in HEC-RAS. Additionally, he created and taught a 1.5-day course on 2-dimensional modeling to multiple consulting firms.