Bringing more than 40 years of experience in forensic engineering consulting, this expert witness specializes in accident investigation, failure analysis, metallurgical evaluation, safety engineering, and nondestructive testing across industrial, commercial, and consumer applications. Their forensic work includes root cause analysis of mechanical and structural failures involving cranes, piping systems, industrial machinery, hydraulic and electrical equipment, railcars, process equipment, storage tanks, and construction-related incidents. They have also served as an expert witness in negligence, product integrity, and personal injury matters involving industrial and mechanical failures.

Their technical expertise spans multiple engineering and investigative disciplines, including metallurgical testing, welding and joining systems, fire and explosion origin analysis, life extension studies, safety auditing, and industrial code compliance. Project work has involved petrochemical facilities, power generation plants, refinery systems, pipelines, bridges, boilers, digesters, electrical systems, and hydrocarbon processing equipment. Additional responsibilities have included development of performance-based engineering criteria, implementation of testing protocols, and assessment of compliance with ANSI, ASME, ASTM, AWS, API, ASNT, OSHA, and related standards and regulations.

Educational qualifications include a Master of Science degree in Industrial Management and Engineering Technology with an emphasis in Safety, a Bachelor of Science degree in Drafting and Design Industrial Technology, and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Drafting and Design. Professional credentials include AWS Certified Weld Inspector certification and ASNT Level III certifications in Dye Penetrant and Magnetic Particle Testing, along with ASNT Level II certifications in Ultrasonic Testing and Radiographic Interpretation.

Throughout their career, this expert has supervised and performed laboratory and field-based nondestructive testing, quality assurance inspections, and forensic evaluations involving industrial structures, piping systems, machinery, electrical infrastructure, and processing equipment. Their work has included assessments for the Department of Energy concerning safety management systems at National Laboratories, as well as investigations involving industrial process safety, construction accidents, and equipment failures. Professional involvement includes leadership service with the American Welding Society Safety and Health Standards Committee and prior chairmanship of the Chicago Section of the American Society for Non-Destructive Testing. They have also authored technical publications and conference presentations addressing nondestructive testing, magnetic testing, calibration standards, metallurgical discontinuities, and industrial safety practices.