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Mechanical engineering expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including automotive engineering, aerospace engineering, industrial machinery, HVAC systems, and product design. Some of the most common specialties for mechanical engineering expert witnesses also include biomechanics, materials science, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and robotics. They have provided opinions on the effects of product liability, patent infringement, mechanical failure analysis, accident reconstruction, and safety standards.

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Mariusz Ziejewski, PhDView profile

ID: 11465

Dr. Mariusz Ziejewski, PhD

Dr. Mariusz Ziejewski has 45 years of experience in the field of Mechanical Engineering. He earned both his BS in Engineering and MS in Engineering from UTP University of Science and Technology Bydgoszcz, followed by a Ph.D. in Engineering from North Dakota State University. Formerly, this expert held roles as the Director of both the Impact Biomechanics Laboratory and Automotive Systems...

Mechanical Equipment and System Failure & Material Failure Analysis Expert Witness | LouisianaView profile

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Mechanical Equipment and System Failure & Material Failure Analysis Expert Witness | 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...

Robert Domenic Caligiuri, FASM, PE, PhDView profile

ID: 40722

Dr. Robert Domenic Caligiuri, FASM, PE, PhD

Dr. Robert D. Caligiuri has over 48 years of experience in the fields of Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California Davis, and both his MS and Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Stanford University. Today, this expert is a licensed Professional Engineer in the States of Arkansas, Texas, Michigan, Utah,...

Human Factors  Ergonomics and Engineering Expert Witness | ColoradoView profile

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Human Factors Ergonomics and Engineering Expert Witness | Colorado

This is a highly qualified expert who is capable of reviewing the case at hand. He is highly published and has considerable professional and academic experience in the field of ergonomics and engineering, making him capable of commenting on the potential for negligence on the part of the defendant in this case. The areas in which he has consulted with attorneys may be broadly characterized as...

Garrick F Mitchell, PEView profile

ID: 60077

Mr. Garrick F Mitchell, PE

Mr. Garrick F Mitchell has 27 years of experience in Accident Reconstruction and Failure Analysis. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University and his MS in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University. Today, this expert is certified as a Remote Pilot by the Federal Aviation Administration and as a Traffic Accident Reconstructionist by the Accreditation Commission for Traffic...

Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness | PennsylvaniaView profile

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Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness | Pennsylvania

This expert has over 40 years of experience as a mechanical engineer. In addition to contributing to over 200 presentations in 38 countries, he has been extensively published in his field and is an established expert in forensic mechanical engineering. His expertise includes accident investigation and medical device liability. He now serves as a Senior Forensic Consultant for a biomechanics and...

Erin Brian Higinbotham, PEView profile

ID: 60436

Mr. Erin Brian Higinbotham, PE

Mr. Erin Higinbotham has decades of experience in Mechanical Engineering and Crash Reconstruction with a focus on Automotives and Motorcycles. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from Ohio State University. Today, this expert is licensed as a Professional Engineer in 14 states. Formerly, this expert served as a Project Engineer of Emissions Laboratory at Automotive Testing Laboratories,...

Forensic Engineering Expert Witness | MarylandView profile

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Forensic Engineering Expert Witness | Maryland

This forensic engineering expert has practiced as an Engineering Consultant and Expert Witness since 1982. Testifying in City, County, State and Federal courts as a Mechanical Engineer, Automotive Engineer and Safety Engineer, he is known nationwide for his integrity, careful and thorough investigation of claims, expert analysis and professional courtroom presentation.

Peter James Leiss, PEView profile

ID: 61246

Mr. Peter James Leiss, PE

Mr. Peter J. Leiss has 22 years of experience in the field of Automotive Engineering and Accident Reconstruction. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from Lawrence Technological University. Today, this expert is licensed as a Professional Engineer in Connecticut, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, New York, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Pennsylvania, Maryland, North Carolina, New Mexico, Nevada,...

Mechanical Engineering and Biomechanics Expert Witness | ConnecticutView profile

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Mechanical Engineering and Biomechanics Expert Witness | Connecticut

This expert received his BS and MS from the Mechanical Engineering Department at MIT and is a licensed engineer in NY and CT. He currently works as a forensic/consulting engineer at a private engineering firm. His investigative and analytic experience includes motor vehicle accident reconstruction, biomechanics, product design and safety, and computer simulation and animation. He has also served...

Irving Sanford Scher, MS, PE, PhDView profile

ID: 72042

Dr. Irving Sanford Scher, MS, PE, PhD

Dr. Irving Scher has over 20 years of experience in Biomechanical Engineering and Accident Reconstruction. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, and both his MS and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California Berkeley. Today, this expert is certified as an XL Tribometrist and is registered as a Professional Engineer in California,...

Automotive Safety Expert Witness | CaliforniaView profile

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Automotive Safety Expert Witness | California

This expert has 25-plus years of Automotive Safety Research and Development, Accident Reconstruction, Concept Vehicle Design and Manufacture as a Scientist Engineer, Project Manager, Senior Project Engineer, Systems Engineer, (Design, Development, Manufacturing and Test Engineer). Qualified as a Motor Vehicle Accident Reconstruction and Bio-Mechanical Engineering Expert in Los Angeles, Orange,...

Daniel Timothy Gottuk, PE, PhDView profile

ID: 72557

Dr. Daniel Timothy Gottuk, PE, PhD

Dr. Daniel T. Gottuk has 34 years of experience in Fire Detection, Fire Dynamics, and Forensics. He earned his BS and PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech. Today, this expert is licensed as a Professional Engineer in the states of Alabama, Rhode Island, and Maryland. Formerly, this expert served as the Senior Vice President of Advanced Solutions, and as Technical Director, Chief...

Mechanical Engineering And Medical Device Expert Witness | MarylandView profile

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Mechanical Engineering And Medical Device Expert Witness | Maryland

This expert has over 40 years of experience as a mechanical engineer. His research in tribology, machining of advanced materials, medical device design, dental materials, and high temperature coatings is widely recognized in the scientific and engineering communities. He has published over two hundred fifty papers and reports related to machining of ceramics, mechanisms and mechanics of...

Devinder Singh Grewal, PE, PhDView profile

ID: 74608

Dr. Devinder Singh Grewal, PE, PhD

Dr. Devinder Grewal has 33 years of experience in the field of Mechanical Engineering. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California Berkeley, his MS in Biomechanics, Mechanical Engineering, and Product Design from Stanford University, and his Ph.D. in Biomechanics and Mechanical Engineering from the University of California Berkeley. Today, this expert is a...

Motorcycle Expert Witness | MinnesotaView profile

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Motorcycle Expert Witness | Minnesota

This expert has over 25 years of experience in the motorcycle dealership industry, primarily with Harley-Davidson motorcycles. His roles have spanned technical service and operations. In addition to serving as an expert witness and technical consultant, he manages a team of service professionals as the Service Operations Manager for a Harley-Davidson dealership.

Peter D Chen, CFEI, CVFI, MBA, PEView profile

ID: 76371

Mr. Peter D Chen, CFEI, CVFI, MBA, PE

Mr. Peter Chen has 27 years of experience in the field of Mechanical Engineering. He earned both his BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology and his MBA with an Emphasis in Management from the University of Hartford. Today, this expert is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator and Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator through the National Association of...

Mechanical and Forensic Engineering Expert Witness | GeorgiaView profile

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Mechanical and Forensic Engineering Expert Witness | Georgia

This highly qualified expert has over 30 years of experience as an engineer. He received a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology and is a Registered Professional Engineer in 9 states. A member of both the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the National Academy of Forensic Engineers, he has published several articles on various issues including cranes...

Johnnie Paul Hennings, P.Eng.View profile

ID: 88062

Mr. Johnnie Paul Hennings, P.Eng.

Mr. Johnnie Paul Hennings has 29 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State University. Today, this expert is a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of North Carolina. Formerly, this expert served as Operation Staff at Walnut Creek Amphitheater and as an Assistant Engineer and Staff Engineer at Accident Reconstruction...

Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness | ArizonaView profile

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Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness | Arizona

This engineer is an expert in the areas of fire causation and consumer product defects as well as construction materials and workmanship issues. He has specific expertise with installation and maintenance of household appliances including stoves and ovens. He belongs to a number of societies in the engineering field including the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the National Academy...

Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness FAQs

What is the role of a mechanical engineering expert witness in legal proceedings?

A mechanical engineering expert witness provides specialized knowledge in cases involving machinery, automotive systems, HVAC, and other mechanical devices. They can offer insights on design, manufacturing, maintenance, and failure analysis.

What types of cases typically require a mechanical engineering expert witness?

Cases that often require a mechanical engineering expert include product liability suits, patent disputes, industrial accidents, vehicle collisions, and construction defects.

Can a mechanical engineering expert witness assist in patent infringement cases?

Yes. Mechanical engineering experts can analyze patents and technical documents to determine if there has been an infringement or violation of proprietary technology.

Are there subspecialties within the field of mechanical engineering for expert witnesses?

Yes. Subspecialties can include automotive engineering, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, robotics, and more. The specific expertise needed will depend on the case details.

How can a mechanical engineering expert witness help in a product liability case?

In product liability cases, these experts can evaluate design flaws, manufacturing defects or improper usage instructions that may have led to injury or damage.

How does Expert Institute select its Mechanical Engineering expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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