Shimin graduated from the National University of Singapore in 2014 with an honours degree in Civil Engineering. After graduating, he joined YWL Engineering Singapore and gained design experience related to heavy infrastructure sectors and geotechnical finite element analysis. During this time, he also completed a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering at the National University of Singapore and graduated with distinction.
In 2016, Shimin joined ERSS Consultants and specialised in the design and construction of deep basements, retaining walls and reinforced soils. He was assigned as a representative of temporary works Qualified Persons (Design) for a national underground metro station and in charge of construction support until the completion of the station box.
In 2019, Shimin joined AECOM Singapore as a Geotechnical Engineer and qualified as a Professional Engineer in civil engineering with the Professional Engineers Board Singapore. During his time with AECOM, Shimin was involved in the design and construction of various types of large-scale projects, such as a subsea segmental tunnel, large diameter deep shafts, bored pile foundations, pile-enhanced raft and foundations using barrettes and diaphragm walls for metro stations and cut & cover tunnels.
Shimin joined Hawkins in 2021 as part of the company’s growing geotechnical engineering team. Since then, he has investigated a broad range of incidents, including failures of earthworks, foundations, tunnels, and retaining structures. He is experienced in conducting complex analyses using advanced structural and geotechnical software. Shimin has also served as an expert witness, providing testimony and undergoing cross-examination in an international court hearing. In addition, he has expertise in risk assessment, remedial design review, and preliminary quantum analysis.
LANGUAGES
Shimin is proficient in both English and Mandarin.
QUALIFICATIONS
BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering – National University of Singapore
MSc Geotechnical Engineering – National University of Singapore
PEng (Civil)-Professional Engineers Board, Singapore
PEng (Geotechnical)-Professional Engineers Board, Singapore
ACPE (Civil)-ASEAN Chartered Professional Engineer Coordinating Committee
APEC Eng (Geotechnical)-APEC Engineer Monitoring Committee
CUBS Civil Expert Certificate
Disclaimer – Professional Engineers Act 1991, Singapore
Hawkins is not registered as Professional Engineers under the Professional Engineers Act 1991. Accordingly, we do not offer or provide professional engineering services in Singapore as defined under the Act. Our forensic investigation and root cause analysis services are conducted strictly within the scope of our expertise and do not constitute professional engineering services as defined under the Act. Any findings or conclusions presented are intended solely for investigative purposes and should not be construed as a substitute for services requiring registration under the Act.
