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This expert has over 35 years of experience in the field of bridge design and construction. He earned his BS at the Portuguese Military Academy, and a Graduate Engineering Diploma and MS in Structural Engineering at the University of Witwatersrand (Johannesburg, South Africa). He is certified as a Professional Civil Engineer, as an Expert Analyst in Finite Elements Methods, and as an Advanced Concrete Technologist. He has previously served as a Senior Regional Bridge Engineer for the SE of the US and South America while working for AECOM, Head of Structural Design for Consulgal, and has worked on a number of projects as a freelance Expert Consultant in Structural and Bridge design and construction. He currently serves as a Senior Supervising Engineer for an Engineering company ranked at the top 20 in the US, in their Irvine office in California.
Senior Supervising Engineer, A Construction Company in California
Master of Science (MS), University of Witwatersrand
Irvine,
California
This expert earned his BS in structural engineering at the University of Science and Technology in Iran and his MS in structural engineering from the University of British Columbia. This expert holds structural engineering licenses in California, Washington, Hawaii, Arizona, and Nevada and professional engineering licenses in California and Washington. He is active in his field as a member of several professional organizations including the Structural Engineers Association of California. He has worked as a subject matter expert for structural engineering exams for the California Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, the director of the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California and a lecturer of engineering for several structural engineering programs throughout California. For the past 34 years, he has served as the managing director at a structural engineering consulting firm in California.
Managing Director, A structural engineering consulting firm in CA
Master of Science (MS), University of British Columbia
Santa Monica,
California
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What Can a Structural Engineer Expert Witness Opine On?
Load Calculations
Determining structural loads and forces.
Material Selection
Choosing appropriate materials for structures.
Structural Analysis
Assessing structural integrity and performance.
Design Detailing
Creating detailed designs for construction.
Foundation Design
Designing stable and safe foundations.
Seismic Analysis
Evaluating structures for earthquake resistance.
FAQs for Structural Engineer Expert Witnesses
What is a structural engineer expert witness?
A structural engineer expert witness is a licensed engineer who provides specialized opinions in legal cases involving structures. They assist by reviewing plans and reports, inspecting damage, and testifying to clarify structural issues.
What types of cases can a structural engineer serve as an expert witness for?
A structural engineer expert witness handles building failures, construction defects, code compliance, foundation issues, structural damage, collapse analysis, and seismic or wind performance cases.
How can a structural engineer expert witness assist in evaluating liability in a building failure?
A structural engineer expert witness evaluates design, construction, and code compliance to identify causes of building failure and clarify each party’s liability.
What qualifications should attorneys look for in a structural engineer expert witness?
Attorneys should choose a structural engineer expert witness with a PE license, forensic experience, courtroom testimony history, clear communication skills, and strong, documented case work.
How does a structural engineer expert witness analyze code compliance in disputed structures?
A structural engineer expert witness analyzes code compliance by reviewing design documents, calculations, inspections, and construction details against applicable building codes and standards.
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