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Moustafa El-Sawy

Moustafa El-Sawy

Structural engineer and software developer passionate about building and problem-solving

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New York, New York
Joined August 2025

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Summary

Moustafa El-Sawy is a highly accomplished structural engineer with significant experience in complex projects, including advanced finite element analysis for dynamic impact, progressive collapse, and blast analysis. He has contributed to iconic infrastructure such as the Hospital for Special Surgery (Kellen Tower) and Hudson Tunnels Station, and has mentored younger engineers on structural design challenges for resilient housing. moustafaelsawy+3
He possesses strong academic credentials in civil and environmental engineering, holding a Bachelor's from United Arab Emirates University with a near-perfect GPA and a Master's from Western University where his thesis focused on non-linear dynamic finite element modeling and seismic performance of helical piles. moustafaelsawy+4
Beyond traditional engineering, Moustafa is a skilled software developer, specializing in full-stack development, 3D visualization with WebGL, and creating engineering-related software and plugins. He is currently pursuing a Master's in Computer Science with a Machine Learning track at Georgia Institute of Technology, indicating a strong commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology with engineering. moustafaelsawy+2
Moustafa is actively involved in bridging the gap between traditional engineering and modern technology, with a current focus on building a stealth-stage startup that develops thoughtful tools for performant simulations, web-native design, and collaborative workflows for engineers. moustafaelsawy+1
He has published academic works on seismic performance and dynamic analysis in structural engineering, demonstrating his contributions to research and his expertise in structural dynamics. google+3

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Enjoys playing soccer, going to the gym, and working on 3D printing projects, including a custom Voron build. moustafaelsawy

Experiments with his Gaggiunio espresso machine to perfect his morning coffee, including modifications. moustafaelsawy

Passionate about gaming and tinkering with new ideas. moustafaelsawy