Rising Stars in Structural Engineering – Maryanne Wachter, PE

Software Engineer

Outer Labs

San Francisco, CA

 Maryanne Wachter is a dynamic structural and software engineer with ten years of experience and a career spanning both coasts and Europe. Wachter has a unique perspective within the AEC industry, having worked in both bridge and building design and ultimately transitioning to a full time role in software development within the real estate industry. She is involved in several DEI efforts within the AEC industry, including leading the survey development for the 2020 SE3 survey and acting as a data analyst for the project since 2018.

Accomplishments/Projects: Oculus Transportation Hub, World Trade Center, Project Engineer–New York, NY; Structural Assessment of Existing Structures, Country Way Viaduct, Project Engineer; Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, Project Engineer–Los Angeles, CA

Education: BSE in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Princeton University; MS in Structural Engineering and Geomechanics, Stanford University

Professional/Public Service: Zweig Group ElevateHer 2020 Cohort, mentor starting in 2021; ACE Mentor Program, NYC; Stanford Global Teamwork (PBL Lab)