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This expert is a former public-company executive who now consults as a forensic engineer for patents, accidents, and commercial matters. His 40 year career spans industrial, oilfield, and medical interests, both domestic and international. His expertise includes electrical and electronic engineering, industrial computers, and automated control systems. He has qualified several times as an expert witness in US Federal Court, most notably in the Deepwater Horizon / BP oil spill trial.He is specially trained in control systems in a number of industrial aspects, including NFPA 85/ ISA 77 Boiler Control Engineering. He is a licensed electrical engineer, licensed control systems engineer, and a licensed master electrician.
Engineering Consultant, Privately owned consulting firm
Bachelor of Science (BS), University of New Orleans
Metairie,
Louisiana
This expert engineer in mechanical design, engineering simulations, and failure analysis obtained his BSME from Louisiana State University. He is a certified Professional and Forensic Engineer and is a member of the National Society of Professional Engineers, the National Academy of Forensic Engineers and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. He has 30+ Publications and is currently an Engineering Officer for a government engineering service and is the VP of Engineering for an engineering consulting firm.
Principal Engineer, An engineering consulting firm in LA
Bachelor of Science (BS), Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge,
Louisiana
This highly-qualified expert has 15 years of experience in the field of engineering, with his work focused on mechanical equipment and system failure, as well as material failure analysis. He earned his BS in mechanical engineering from Louisiana Tech University and is licensed as a professional engineer in 6 states and 2 Canadian provinces. He holds several certifications, including certification as a welding inspector, an aerial lift operator, and a forklift operator. This expert is active in his field as a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, the American Society of Plumbing Engineers, and the International Fluid Power Association. He has formerly served as a project coordinator for Cameron International, the responsible engineer at WorleyParsons, a project engineer, forensic engineer, and a fire investigator for EF Consulting. Currently, this expert is a senior forensic engineer for a forensic engineering and failure analysis firm in Louisiana.
Principle Engineer, A Forensic Engineering and Failure Analysis Firm in LA
Bachelor of Science (BS), Louisiana Tech University
Ville Platte,
Louisiana
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What Can a Forensic Engineering Expert Witness Opine On?
Failure Analysis
Investigating reasons for structural failures.
Material Testing
Evaluating materials for strength and durability.
Site Inspections
Assessing sites for safety and compliance.
Accident Reconstruction
Recreating events to determine causes.
Load Testing
Testing structures under various loads.
Report Preparation
Documenting findings in detailed reports.
FAQs for Forensic Engineering Expert Witnesses
What is a forensic engineering expert witness?
A forensic engineering expert witness is a specialized engineer who analyzes failures, accidents, or defects and explains technical findings in legal cases. They assist by reviewing evidence, preparing reports, testifying in court, and clarifying complex engineering issues.
What types of cases can a forensic engineering expert witness opine on?
A forensic engineering expert witness opines on structural failures, construction defects, product failures, fire and explosion origins, building code compliance, and accident reconstruction.
How can a forensic engineering expert witness strengthen liability arguments?
A forensic engineering expert witness strengthens liability arguments by scientifically explaining how and why failures occurred, linking technical evidence directly to responsible parties.
What forensic engineering expert witness qualifications are critical for Daubert?
Critical Daubert qualifications for a forensic engineering expert witness include advanced engineering credentials, relevant field experience, peer‑reviewed work, and proven, testable methodologies.
How does a forensic engineering expert witness evaluate structural failure causation?
A forensic engineering expert witness evaluates structural failure causation by inspecting damage, reviewing design and construction records, running structural analyses, and comparing findings to codes and standards.
What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting forensic engineering expert witnesses?
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