With over 16 years of engineering experience, Tom Shen established the company and leads the Structural Team at Dreamcast. Tom has always had a strong passion for structural engineering. He obtained his Bachelor’s Degree at Auckland University as well as a Master’s Degree at Melbourne University. With an abundance of experience involving diverse jobs from high-end residential, 5000 square meter shopping centres, to 10 square meter timber decks, Tom is truly an expert of his field. He is a perfectionist with a keen eye for detail, going above and beyond to meet any expectations.

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Tom is proficient with modern design software such as Etabs, SAP2000, SAFE, Spacegass and Microstran. Tom is also familiar with seismic assessment and strengthening practices following NZSEE guidance.

 

Tom is a New Zealand registered structural engineer, internationally registered engineer as well as a producer’s statement author in Auckland Council. Tom has also involved in assessing qualification of new registered engineers in New Zealand.

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"Structural engineering is not rocket science, but details make a big difference I believe" - Tom Shen