Recognized for expertise in arc flash analysis and electrical safety investigations, this Professional Engineer evaluates electrical system failures and alleged design or construction deficiencies. He has more than 35 years of experience in electrical power system design, construction, analysis, and troubleshooting for electric utilities and industrial facilities. As President of an electrical engineering consulting firm, he provides analytical, forensic, design, and design review services, including expert witness testimony in matters involving electrical equipment, systems, and design processes.

His forensic engineering work includes investigation of electrical accidents, malfunction of electrical equipment, equipment failures, arc flash incidents, electrical design issues, and construction issues. He has conducted case analysis, field inspections, review of opposing expert reports, preparation of expert reports and affidavits, deposition review, and testimony in court and arbitration proceedings. His case history reflects service for both plaintiffs and defendants in matters involving electrocutions, underground cable failures, manhole explosions, generator damage, electrical fires, transformer failures, and control system incidents.

His technical background includes specification and evaluation of switchgear, transformers, generators, electric motors, protective devices, transmission lines, substations, and electrical distribution systems under contingency and fault conditions. He has taught undergraduate- and graduate-level courses in electromagnetic energy conversion, protective device coordination, and power system analysis. He is licensed as a Professional Engineer in multiple states and is a Life Senior Member of IEEE and a member of NFPA and NSPE/ISPE. His credentials include a Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.