This mechanical engineer serves as an expert witness with more than 30 years of experience as an industrial facilities mechanical engineer and 10 years of experience as a forensic engineer, with a focus on mechanical systems, HVAC, and facility operations. Their work centers on analysis of industrial facilities, building maintenance, and mechanical system performance in legal matters involving equipment operation, system conditions, and cause and origin. The expert has provided consultation, deposition testimony, and courtroom testimony in matters involving boilers, ventilation systems, industrial facilities, and mechanical equipment.

Their experience includes the design, operation, and evaluation of boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and HVAC systems, as well as clean room environments from Class 1 to Class 1000 used in semiconductor and manufacturing settings. Additional areas include demineralized water systems incorporating ozone, reverse osmosis, and ultrafiltration, along with mechanical ventilation and exhaust systems designed for dust, fumes, and radiation control. Their work also encompasses fire protection, hydraulics, indoor air quality, and piping systems for steam, chilled water, natural gas, and specialty gases, including nitrogen, oxygen, hydrogen, and argon. This experience extends to semiconductor manufacturing, laboratory environments, high-rise office buildings, and facilities requiring controlled environmental conditions.

Their professional experience includes engineering design, facility operations, environmental systems, and mechanical infrastructure across industrial and manufacturing environments. This work includes construction and remodeling cost evaluation, project scheduling, energy management, and application of environmental and safety requirements, including ISO 140000-related initiatives, OSHA and EPA compliance, and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure plans under 40 CFR 112. Credentials include Professional Engineer licensure in multiple states, including mechanical and fire protection engineering disciplines, as well as Air Conditioning and Refrigeration License, Licensed High Pressure Boiler Operator, and Licensed Power Engineer credentials. The expert holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering and has completed a management program. Professional involvement includes membership with ASHRAE and certification in thermography.