Chris Hilson

Chris Hilson has extensive experience in civil and structural engineering, currently serving as a Project Engineer at Degenkolb Engineers since 2019, following roles as a Design Engineer and Project Engineer in the Los Angeles office. Prior experience includes a position as a Teaching Assistant and Graduate Student Researcher at UCLA, contributing to structural and earthquake engineering research. Earlier roles include Design Engineer at FICCADENTI WAGGONER and CASTLE Structural Engineers, managing various construction projects and responsibilities. Chris began as a Field Engineering Intern at Kiewit Pacific, where responsibilities included understanding engineering drawings and overseeing construction materials. Chris holds a PhD and MS in Civil Engineering from UCLA and a BS in Structural Engineering from UC San Diego.