Paul graduated from Edinburgh Napier University with his MEng in Civil Engineering in 2022. Focusing the final two years of his studies on the sustainability of recycled timber, he was able to have a paper published regarding the analysis of recycled timber within CLT. After finishing university, he was keen to find a hands-on role in structural engineering.

After a short time spent travelling in Southeast Asia, Paul joined the team at ACS in the second half of 2022, where he began the next stage of his engineering journey. Working towards a chartership with the IStructE under the guidance of his senior engineers, he is keen to continue learning as he works on innovative construction projects at ACS.

In his spare time, Paul likes to go hiking, rock climbing and snowboarding, amongst other outdoor sports. He often spends his holidays backpacking or walking long-distance hiking trails.

Louis graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 2022 with an MEng in Structural Engineering with Architecture, where he completed his thesis research project on the reuse of structural components in modular housing as a means of embodied carbon reduction.

Louis joined ACS in a Graduate role to build on his university and previous industry experience, working towards IStructE chartership following the guidance of his senior engineers. He looks forward to working on a range of projects and developing innovative engineering solutions.

In his spare time, Louis continues to represent Edinburgh University AFC in the Scottish Lowland Football League as one of the team’s alumni players. He enjoys making the most of his dual French nationality, spending time with his family in the Basque country.

Erin joins AC Structures as our new Graduate Structural Engineer. She holds an Honours degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering and has gained valuable industry experience as a Trainee Technical Engineer with WM Donald and as a Student Engineer with BEAR Scotland.

Passionate about structural engineering, Erin enjoys the variety and challenge the field offers. She is particularly interested in steel framework design, having recently completed a university project designing a reinforced steel frame building—a process she thoroughly enjoyed. Erin was drawn to AC Structures by its fast-paced, client-focused environment and the opportunity to contribute within a welcoming and supportive team.

Outside of engineering, Erin is a dedicated dance teacher, specialising in tap and modern jazz. She is also an avid reader, averaging two to three books a week and taking part in a local book club. To stay active, Erin makes time for the gym each morning.

Rod joined the team in 2018 as Non-Executive Director to help in ACA’s strategic business development and became an important part of shaping ACS. Rod is experienced in helping business owners and leaders with strategy, people, organisation structure, finance and commercial problem resolution.

Along with 3 co-directors he performed a Management Buy-Out of an Electronic Office Supplies company, ISA International plc. ISA’s flotation on the full list of the London Stock Exchange followed 2 years later.

For the last 25 years Rod has worked as an independent Non-Executive Director of businesses across many different sectors, from international electronics manufacturing to food production to healthcare.