Alfonso Ibarreta

Alfonso Ibarreta has a diverse work experience that spans over several years. Alfonso is currently working as a Managing Engineer at Exponent where they apply thermodynamic and fluid dynamic principles to the study of combustion processes. In addition to their role at Exponent, they are a Board Member at the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services, where they represent the mechanical engineering field in amending and promulgating fire safety codes. Alfonso is also a Principal Member of the NFPA's Technical Committee on Explosion Protection Systems, responsible for developing NFPA documents related to explosion protection systems for buildings and equipment. Prior to their current positions, they worked as a Research Associate at Case Western Reserve University, focusing on microgravity and low-stretch combustion projects, and as a Graduate Student Research Assistant at the University of Michigan, conducting research on the effects of curvature on laminar-premixed flames. Earlier in their career, Alfonso was a Research Assistant at the University of Maryland and an Administrative Assistant at LOUIS BERGER INTERNATIONAL.

Alfonso Ibarreta has a strong educational background in Aerospace Engineering. Alfonso obtained their Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan in 2002. Prior to that, they completed their Master of Science (M.S.) in Aerospace Engineering at the same university from 1997 to 2000. Alfonso began their educational journey at the University of Maryland, where they earned their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Aerospace Engineering from 1993 to 1997.

Aside from their academic achievements, Alfonso Ibarreta has also obtained several certifications. Alfonso is a Registered Professional Mechanical Engineer certified by the Massachusetts Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, a certification which they obtained in April 2009. In addition, they hold the Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) credential from the National Association of Fire Investigators, which they acquired in March 2006. Furthermore, Alfonso has completed the 40-Hour OSHA Training in Hazardous Waste Operation and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification, as specified by the 29 CFR 1910.120 standard. Details regarding the month and year of their HAZWOPER certification are unavailable. Lastly, Alfonso Ibarreta possesses a Blasting Certificate of Competency, granted by the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services, but specific information regarding the date of obtaining this certification is not provided.