Title: Professional Structural Engineer
Company: JRS Engineering Consultants, Inc.
Location: Miami Gardens, Florida, United States
Yisel Mantilla, Professional Structural Engineer at JRS Engineering Consultants, Inc., has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Engineers for dedication, achievements and leadership in Structural Engineering.
Ms. Mantilla has established herself as a distinguished structural engineer, having led JRS Engineering Consultants, Inc., in Doral, Florida, since 2021. In this capacity, she oversees complex structural engineering projects and has played a pivotal role in advancing the firm’s growth and reputation within the industry. Ms. Mantilla’s expertise encompasses structural engineering, structural design for mid-rise buildings, construction of residential properties and modular structures.
Before launching her engineering consulting firm, Ms. Mantilla worked as an engineering consultant for the City of Miami in Miami, Florida, from 2019 to 2021. During this period, she provided critical insights and technical guidance on municipal projects, helping solidify her reputation as a trusted expert in her field. Early in 2019, Ms. Mantilla was a project engineer specializing in structural work at Kimley-Horn in Miami.
From 2018 to 2019, Ms. Mantilla excelled as a project engineer at United Engineering Consultants in Miami. Here, she was instrumental in coordinating engineering solutions for diverse construction projects, applying her technical acumen to address complex challenges. Ms. Mantilla’s experience also included serving as a project engineer focused on facade and envelope systems in Hollywood, Florida, from 2017 to 2018. Earlier, she held roles as head engineer at ECOA Industrial Products, project engineer at DLG Engineering Inc., and project cost estimator at Twin City Glass. Ms. Mantilla began her career at Cabco Consultants in Clinton, Massachusetts, in 2007 as a project engineer. This foundational experience allowed her to hone her technical skills and gain valuable exposure to the U.S. engineering industry.
Ms. Mantilla’s educational background has been integral to her success. She received an Associate of Science in engineering from Quinsigamond Community College in Worcester, Massachusetts, in 2005, followed by a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering with a concentration in structural engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester, Massachusetts, in 2008. These academic achievements provided Ms. Mantilla with a strong foundation in both theoretical knowledge and practical application, skills that have been essential throughout her career trajectory.
Recognized for her exceptional proficiency in her areas of specialization, Ms. Mantilla credits her success to the individuals she has met along the way and the lessons learned from both positive and challenging experiences. These influences have shaped her approach to leadership and problem-solving within the engineering sector. Ms. Mantilla is particularly proud of her journey relocating from Cuba to the United States, which marked a significant new beginning in a country where she initially had no personal or professional connections. Demonstrating remarkable resilience and determination, she founded her own company and successfully developed it into a thriving enterprise.
Ms. Mantilla’s career reflects resilience, innovation and an unwavering commitment to excellence in structural engineering. Looking ahead, she is dedicated to expanding her organization and growing her team at JRS Engineering Consultants, Inc. Ms. Mantilla aims to train more professionals, particularly engineers, and is committed to bridging the gap between practical preparation and academic instruction that she has observed between South Florida and other regions. Her focus is on ensuring that new engineers acquire essential skills and understand how to apply their technical knowledge from university studies and coursework to real-world projects. By emphasizing practical understanding, including awareness of underlying principles, risks, liabilities and potential consequences, Ms. Mantilla seeks to foster stronger engineers who will contribute responsibly and meaningfully to the profession.
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