November SEANM Newsletter

On June 24, 2026, northern Venezuela was struck by a powerful earthquake doublet: an M7.2 event near Yumare on the Boconó Fault, followed just 39 seconds later by an M7.5 rupture farther west on the San Sebastián Fault. The earthquakes caused widespread damage across the region, including Caracas, with particularly severe impacts in La Guaira State, where approximately 80% of buildings collapsed. More than 6,500 fatalities had been reported as of August 2026.

This presentation brings together three perspectives on this significant earthquake sequence: two based on post-earthquake field reconnaissance and a third focused on ongoing studies of the ground-motion sequence. Together, the presentations will provide observations on structural performance, patterns of damage, and the characteristics of the ground motions associated with this unusual doublet.

Lunch will be provided.

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Join SEANM for a fun evening of trivia, food, drinks, and friendly competition!

Test your knowledge with questions covering general knowledge, engineering history, pop culture, random facts, and everything in between! Whether you're a trivia expert or just looking for a fun night out with colleagues and friends, everyone is welcome!

• Teams: Up to 4 people per team

• Trivia Begins: 7:00 PM

• Food & Drinks: Specials available throughout the evening

• Prizes: Awards for the winning teams!

• Capacity: Limited to 20 participants. Be sure to register early to secure your spot!

Bring your friends, coworkers, or family and see who takes home the trivia championship!

REGISTRATION OPENING SOON

Looking to connect with other structural engineers, share your experience, or gain a new perspective? The SEANM Mentorship Program is returning in 2027!

The program pairs mentors and mentees for flexible, low-pressure conversations focused on building meaningful connections within New Mexico’s structural engineering community. There’s no rigid curriculum — just an opportunity to connect, learn from one another, and grow professionally.

Mentors and mentees are both needed! Whether you’re an experienced engineer looking to give back or someone looking for guidance as you grow in your career, we’d love to have you participate.

Kickoff: January 2027
Mentor/Mentee Pairings: February 2027
Program Celebration: August 2027

Interested?

Fill out our interest form today!

Dear SEANM Members,

Hello everyone,

As we approach the holiday season and the end of another year, I wanted to take a moment to thank everyone for their continued involvement and support of SEANM.

We recently held our Fifth Annual Cornhole Tournament, and I'm happy to share that it was one of our most successful tournaments to date! It was great seeing everyone come together outside of our usual technical meetings, catch up with colleagues, and enjoy some friendly competition. A big thank you to everyone who participated, helped organize the event, and our sponsors, Simpson Strong-Tie, Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers, and CG, for helping make it possible.

Last month, several of our members attended the 2026 NCSEA Structural Engineering Summit in San Francisco, with some also contributing as presenters. It's been encouraging to see more New Mexico engineers getting involved at the national level through conference presentations, technical committees, and leadership roles within professional organizations. In particular, Patience Dunlap is serving as Secretary of the NCSEA Sustainable Design Committee, and Drew Krajeck as Vice-Chair of the NCSEA Young Member Support Committee. I'd also like to congratulate Patience on being selected as a recipient of the NCSEA Young Member Scholarship! It's great to see New Mexico continuing to have a voice in conversations shaping our profession.

Looking ahead, I'm excited about our upcoming presentation on the Venezuela Earthquake Doublet of June 24, 2026, which should provide an interesting opportunity to learn from earthquake reconnaissance observations and discuss their implications for structural engineering practice.

We're also exploring opportunities to participate in the NCSEA Foundation's Future Builders Program, a national initiative aimed at introducing younger generations to structural engineering. I'm hopeful that SEANM can play a role in bringing this program to New Mexico and helping inspire the next generation of engineers.

As always, we're continuing to look for ways to strengthen our association, provide meaningful opportunities for our members, and expand our involvement in the community.

Thank you again for your support and participation throughout the year. I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving and enjoys some well-deserved time with family and friends!

Cristopher Montalvo
President

Senior Structural Engineer – Mining | AECOM
Location: Santa Fe, NM

About the Position:

Luchini Trujillo Structural Engineers (LTSE) is seeking a Structural Engineer (PE or EIT) to join our Santa Fe team.

This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys structural engineering and solving challenging problems. Our engineers work on complete building projects from initial design through construction, gaining experience with a wide variety of structural systems, materials, and project types.

The position will not be limited to one building type or one small piece of a project. Engineers have daily access to and mentorship from our licensed Professional Engineers and firm principals. We are proud to offer no complicated layers of middle management or a rigid career track, so your growth will largely follow your abilities, initiative, and professional ambitions.

Our engineers are involved throughout the life of a project, including:

• Structural analysis and design using a variety of materials and systems
• Preparation of structural drawings, details, and specifications
• Coordination with architects, contractors, owners, and other design professionals
• Construction support, including shop drawing reviews and field observations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Structural Emphasis) or a related structural engineering discipline
• EI/EIT certification, or ability to obtain it within six months of hire
• PE licensure welcomed but not required
• Revit experience strongly preferred
• AutoCAD experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Benefits:
• Competitive base salary
• Employee health insurance premiums fully paid by LTSE
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Merit-based bonuses
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities

Interested? View the full position and apply online:

LT Structural Engineers – Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer – Mining | AECOM
Location: Denver, CO or Salt Lake City, UT | Hybrid
Salary Range: $130,000–$190,000/year

AECOM is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to support its growing mining practice. The position will provide technical and project leadership on multidisciplinary mining projects, including structural design and analysis, team coordination, client engagement, and mentoring of technical staff.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

• 8+ years of relevant structural engineering experience

• Structural Engineer (SE) registration

• Experience with structural analysis and design

• PE licensure in New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, or Arizona is preferred

• Mining industry experience is a plus

Interested? View the full position and apply online:
AECOM – Senior Structural Engineer (Mining)