Meet the Team

Our purpose-driven culture is everything to us. Our company is comprised of unique individuals who work with passion and share a collective goal. We believe that doing good work is great for us, but even better for those we serve. Get to know the people who make Moment Engineering the top firm to work with in Southern California!

Principal Geotechnical Engineer

  • Meet Fahad Masud, a highly skilled and experienced professional with a unique blend of expertise in finance and civil engineering. Fahad holds a degree in finance from Cal State Fullerton and has also taught himself civil engineering through extensive self-study and hands-on experience. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of California.

    Fahad has a wealth of experience working in both the private and public sectors. He began his career working for a private geotechnical engineering firm, where he gained valuable experience in the design and construction of commercial and residential projects. He then transitioned to the public sector, working for the California Department of Transportation where he managed a wide range of infrastructure projects related to civil engineering.

    Throughout his career, Fahad has developed a reputation for his ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining great communication skills. He is adept at working with project teams and stakeholders, and is able to effectively communicate project goals and timelines to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.

    Fahad’s unique background in finance and civil engineering has provided him with a unique perspective on project management and engineering judgment. His financial expertise allows him to analyze projects using an analytical approach and make sound decisions that support the success of the project.

    Overall, Fahad is a valuable asset to any project team, with his expertise in finance and civil engineering, as well as his experience in both private and public sectors and his ability to effectively manage multiple projects and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Project Manager

  • Corey Mims serves as the Project Manager at Moment Engineering, where he oversees the day-to-day coordination of geotechnical operations from field to lab. With a hands-on approach and a deep understanding of both technical execution and client communication, Corey ensures every project moves efficiently through drilling, testing, and reporting.

    Corey manages the scheduling of geotechnical drilling activities, working closely with clients, drill crews, geologists, and geotechnical engineers to keep projects on track. In the laboratory, he oversees a wide range of soil testing procedures—including direct shear, consolidation, and maximum dry density testing—to deliver accurate data for foundation design and soil evaluation.

    He is Caltrans Certified in multiple testing standards, including CT 125 AGG, CT 226, and CT 227, and brings a strong foundation in quality assurance and materials testing. Corey's attention to detail and leadership in both field coordination and lab management make him an integral part of the Moment Engineering team.

Project Engineer

  • Peris is a licensed Professional Engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from San Diego State University. He brings a diverse background in both public and private sector infrastructure projects.​

    Peris began his career at WSP as an Engineer I, where he focused on design work for the Borders to Bayshore project—a comprehensive street improvement and bike lane initiative. Utilizing Civil 3D and MicroStation, he contributed to the project's design elements.​

    He then served as an Assistant Engineer for the City of El Cajon, taking on a project management role for the Broadway Creek Restoration Project. In this capacity, he managed significant design changes during construction, handled change orders, reviewed submittals, and conducted inspections.​

    Currently, at Moment Engineering, Peris applies his expertise to geotechnical projects, including site inspections, sampling, and report writing. His comprehensive experience enhances the firm's commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Principal Civil Engineer

  • Meet Clarissa Horton, a highly skilled and experienced professional in civil engineering. Clarissa holds a degree in Civil and Infrastructure Engineering from George Mason University.

    Clarissa has a wealth of experience working with multiple public agencies. She began her career working for a Virginia local government agency, Virginia Beach Planning Department, where she gained valuable experience in the review of commercial and residential design projects. She then began working for the California Department of Transportation where she managed a wide range of infrastructure projects related to civil engineering in Northern and Southern California. She also worked in construction for the California Department of Transportation where she inspected the construction and designed solutions for drainage and grading of a major State highway system.

    Throughout her career, Clarissa has developed a reputation for her ability to provide quality work within a timely or expedited manner. She also has managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining great communication skills to provide updates on where the projects are and possible obstacles the project may face. She is very knowledgeable about current civil engineering standards and using these standards to be innovative when problem solving for each project site.

    Clarissa’s unique background in public agency review of design projects and land development design has provided her with a unique perspective on what each project will require, as well as how to manage and work with local agencies to confirm a successful project. Her review background allows her to anticipate potential requirements from the City or County reviews and also gives her the advantage to stay up to date on local regulations.

    Overall, Clarissa is a valuable asset to any project team, with her years of experience in civil engineering, as well as her experience with design and review from both sides of land development.

Operations Coordinator

  • Ira brings a strong background in customer service and operational support to Moment Engineering. Before joining the team, she worked at a local HVAC company where she was the first point of contact for clients, coordinated technician dispatching, provided technical support, handled invoicing, and managed equipment orders throughout the full project lifecycle.

    At Moment Engineering, Ira serves as our Operations Coordinator, where she manages all inbound calls, oversees our CRM system (HubSpot), prepares proposals and invoices, supports outbound lead generation, and handles a wide range of administrative tasks. Her organized, client-focused approach helps keep our geotechnical and civil engineering operations running efficiently every day.

Director of Belly Rubs and Treat Acquisition

  • Meet Jupiter, the real boss of Moment Engineering. As our beloved long-haired Corgi, Jupiter specializes in two things: quality control on snacks and strategic napping. When he’s not patrolling the office for treats, he can be found lounging in sun spots, accepting belly rubs as payment for morale boosts.

    With a tail that never quits (okay, he doesn't have one—but the wiggles count!), Jupiter brings daily joy, stress relief, and a reminder that sometimes the best solution is a snack and a nap.