Soliman Khudeira

Soliman Khudeira is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT), affiliated with the Armour College of Engineering. He holds licenses as a Structural Engineer and Professional Engineer in Illinois. Dr. Khudeira’s career spans over 30 years in civil engineering disciplines including transportation design, structural analysis, construction management, and project management. He currently serves as the Chief Editor of ASCE’s Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction and is President-Elect of the Structural Engineers Association of Illinois (SEAOI).

Education:

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Illinois Institute of Technology (1999)
• M.S. in Civil Engineering, Illinois Institute of Technology (1987)
• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Illinois Institute of Technology (1984)

Research Focus: Transportation infrastructure design, structural rehabilitation, seismic risk assessment, and engineering education. He emphasizes industry-ready education for students, including licensure preparation and communication skills.

Notable Publications: Dr. Khudeira has authored peer-reviewed articles on topics such as tied-arch bridges, structural failure analysis, bridge rehabilitation, and seismic vulnerability of buildings. His work bridges theoretical engineering principles with practical field applications.

Awards & Recognition:

• 2021 ASCE Citizen Engineer of the Year
• 2016 SEAOI Best Bridge Project Award
• 2013 ACEC Grand Award for Truss Bridge Innovation
• 2010 ASCE Outstanding Reviewer

Professional Contributions: Editorial leadership at ASCE journals, active membership in SEAOI and ASCE, and advocacy for engineering ethics and safety standards in construction.