Gerald Brown, EIT

The people. As an early-career engineer, having an office full of individuals willing to collaborate and provide guidance and support is essential for growth. I get that every day at our firm. Moreover, there is something special about seeing the relief on a local resident’s face when they hear, “I’m investigating the problem, and I’m working to find a solution.”

At our firm, the teams I’ve worked with value communication, teamwork, and solution-oriented thinking, upholding a strong ethical code and getting the job done right. It’s a commitment to engineering excellence that every engineering team deserves.

Since joining our firm, the future feels like a boundless capacity to grow into existing and new roles. I’ve had the opportunity to step up to the plate in the projects I’m involved in and grow as an engineer. The freedom and flexibility to do this allow me to continuously enhance my knowledge and expand my capacity to manage projects.

As a water resource engineer, I focus on drainage remediation projects throughout central Maryland. My work involves hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, CAD drafting, generating comment response letters, preparing meeting notes, computing treated impervious areas, and tracking project completion. I also collaborate closely with team members and clients, providing updates and ensuring projects meet all necessary requirements.

It’s incredibly rewarding to know that my work directly contributes to protecting communities from flooding and improving water quality. Seeing a project come to life and knowing that it will have a lasting impact on both the environment and people’s lives makes all the effort worthwhile.

I work closely with the Baltimore Water Resources department and collaborate with the Baltimore and Virginia Highways teams. I frequently check in with mentors like Ryan Burdette (Water Resources AVP) and Damir Grljevic (Water Resources PM) for design guidance and advice. Additionally, I have mentors through the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) who provide perspectives from other disciplines. These mentorship opportunities have been invaluable in shaping my career.

I aim to continue expanding my expertise in water resources engineering and take on more leadership roles within the industry. I look forward to tackling more complex projects, advancing sustainable water management practices, and contributing to innovative solutions that enhance infrastructure resilience and environmental sustainability.