Abhishek Vijayan

Hi everyone! I’m Abhishek Vijayan, currently pursuing my Master’s in Structural Engineering and Mechanics at Stanford University.

I completed my undergraduate studies in Civil Engineering from NIT Trichy, India. I’ve since been exploring the intersection of structural engineering and computational design through both academia and hands-on projects.

My experience spans a variety of roles—from working on quantity estimation and wastewater treatment processes at Venwiz to field operations in the oil and gas sector with Schlumberger, and infrastructure work with L&T. I’ve also been involved in research on sustainable materials and geopolymers during my internships in France and Canada.

Parametric design and optimization represent an exciting shift in how we conceptualize and solve engineering problems. I'm interested in learning how computational tools can drive smarter, more adaptable design decisions—especially for structures that demand high performance and sustainability. Through this course, I aim to gain a strong command of parametric modeling tools and optimization workflows that can enhance the design process. I’m particularly interested in applying these techniques to structural form-finding and improving material efficiency.

Looking forward to learning and growing alongside you all!