Mechanical Engineering Expert Witnesses in Illinois

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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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Dr. Andrew AlleyneView profile

ID: 153262

Dr. Andrew Alleyne

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Illinois

This highly-qualified expert earned a BS in mechanical and aerospace engineering from Princeton University and an MS and PhD in mechanical engineering from the University of California at Berkeley. He is active in his field as a member of professional associations such as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers and as the author of...

Biomedical Engineering Expert WitnessView profile

E-054452

Biomedical Engineering Expert Witness

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Illinois

This highly qualified expert earned his B.S. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Marquette University. From 1977 until 2010, he held increasingly senior roles within Baxter Healthcare Corporation, most recently serving as the Technical Director of Applied Science & Technology. He was an Adjunct Professor at Northwestern University and spent four years at...

Mr. Dennis Barry Brickman, PEView profile

ID: 154835

Mr. Dennis Brickman, PE

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Illinois

Mr. Dennis Brickman has over 30 years of experience in Human Factors, Ergonomics, and Product Safety. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science from Duke University and MS in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University. Formerly, this expert served as a Mechanical Engineering Safety and Design Consultant at Triodyne Inc. and as a Senior Managing Consultant at...

Mechanical Design and Safety – bicycles Expert WitnessView profile

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Mechanical Design and Safety – bicycles Expert Witness

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Illinois

This expert runs a full-service, comprehensive safety and engineering facility. As a leader in the field of mechanical engineering and safety, his goal is to increase awareness of personal safety issues, while maintaining exacting standards and best practices of the science of personal safety and industrial safety. He is a member of numerous prestigious societies in the field, including the...

Mr. Ross NeagView profile

ID: 21137

Mr. Ross Neag

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Illinois

This expert has over 20 years of experience in construction, development and inspection of residential and light commercial real estate. He earned his BA from Miami University and is a certified level 1 thermographer and commercial building inspector. He is a member of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors and previously served as the owner of Ross Home Inspections and as a...

Dr. Robert S. Giachetti, PhD, PEView profile

ID: 27707

Dr. Robert Giachetti, PhD, PE

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Illinois

Dr. Robert S. Giachetti has 29 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering with expertise in Biomechanics. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering and Physics from Marquette University, his MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois Chicago, and his PhD in Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Mechanics from the University of Wisconsin Madison. Today, this expert is...

Mr. Emmanuel Jay Manuel, BSMEView profile

ID: 475533

Mr. Emmanuel Manuel, BSME

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Illinois

Mr. Noel J. Manuel has 9 years of experience in the field of Mechanical Engineering and he earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Formerly, this expert served as a Staff Consultant at Engineering Systems Inc. and as a Staff Engineer at J. Eftekhar & Associates. He currently serves as a Senior Consultant at Engineering Systems Inc.

Dr. John Earl Myers, PhD, PEView profile

ID: 521463

Dr. John Myers, PhD, PE

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Illinois

Dr. John Myers has 33 years of experience in the field of Mechanical Engineering. He received his BS in Mechanical Engineering, his MS in Mechanical Engineering, and his PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a Minor in Chemical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin Madison. Today, this expert is a Licensed Engineer in the State of Wisconsin. Formerly, this expert served as an Emissions...

Mr. Daniel A. Fittanto, MS, PEView profile

ID: 593394

Mr. Daniel Fittanto, MS, PE

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Illinois

Mr. Daniel A. Fittanto has 30 years of experience in Accident Reconstruction and Mechanical Engineering. He earned his BS in General Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and his MS in Mechanical Engineering from Arizona State University. Today, this expert is licensed as a Professional Engineer in 10 states. Formerly, this expert served as a Consulting Engineer at Ruhl and...

Mr. James Gregory Marciniak, PE, CFEIView profile

ID: 90760

Mr. James Marciniak, PE, CFEI

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Illinois

Mr. James G. Marciniak has over 35 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame and an MSE in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan. Today, this expert is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator by the National Association of Fire Investigators. He is also licensed as a Professional Engineer in...

The Average Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness
Charges $367 / Hour

Based on hourly rates. Compare expert witness rates across thousands of specialties in all 50 states.

  • Review Fee

    $325

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  • Deposition Fee

    $375

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  • Court Fee

    $400

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Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness FAQs

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.

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

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

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

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

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