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David Linton has had a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of structural engineering. David started their career as an Intern at Portland General Electric in 2008. Later, they worked as a Structural Designer at APT Engineering, where they focused on the design of architectural granite cladding and support for high-rise buildings in various locations. In 2010, David joined Oregon State University as a Graduate Research Assistant, before moving on to become an Associate Principal and later a Senior Associate at Mackenzie. At Mackenzie, they served as the Structural Engineering Department Head and worked as a lead engineer and project manager on a wide range of multidisciplinary projects, specializing in large technology projects, office buildings, distribution centers, and emergency response facilities. David has also gained expertise in performing building assessments, cost estimates, due diligence reports, and seismic upgrades.
David Linton has a strong education background in engineering and business. David completed their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil Engineering at Oregon State University from 2005 to 2010. Subsequently, they pursued a Master of Science (M.S.) in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Wood Science & Engineering at the same university, which they completed from 2010 to 2012. Following this, they furthered their education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Business Strategy from George Fox University between 2015 and 2017.
In addition to their academic achievements, David Linton has also obtained multiple professional certifications. These include becoming a Professional Structural Engineer from OSBEELS and CA BPELS in 2017, and obtaining a Professional Civil Engineering License from the State of Oregon in 2015 and the State of California in 2013.
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Leaders in Design | Partners in Our Community Mackenzie’s dynamic and inviting culture is a reflection of everything we’ve created together, our diversity as a group, and over 60 years of shared experience, growth, and evolution. It’s what we, as a collective, are most proud of. Our diverse perspectives make our projects better, our teams stronger, and our lives richer. We do great work while making a difference in our people’s lives and the lives of people in our communities, and we believe this mix of hard work, intentional practice, and fun sets us apart. As Mackenzie has grown over the decades, a handful of common themes have emerged and evolved with the firm. We are committed to one another, and committed to seeing out the vision of the people and larger communities we serve. We’re committed to doing the necessary work to make our firm and our communities more equitable. We’re committed to making the world a sustainable, more livable place for future generations. These commitments and shared ideals are the foundation for our everyday work. They’re also the backdrop for a culture of friendship and resiliency that’s seen Mackenzie meet and overcome unexpected challenges with a sense of humor and a reserve of creativity and passion.