Business Details
40 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Engineering Solutions for Failure Analysis & Litigation Support
Since 1986, Berkeley Engineering & Research has established itself as a premier engineering solutions provider, combining scientific rigor with practical application. Our 10,000-square-foot laboratory and team of seasoned professionals deliver failure analysis, product development, and expert litigation support across diverse industries. With over 85 years of combined experience, our engineers have consulted on landmark cases including the Golden Gate Bridge seismic retrofit and Deepwater Horizon oil spill. We employ multidisciplinary approaches to investigate mechanical, electrical, and materials failures, utilizing advanced techniques like finite element analysis and 3D scanning. Our team's courtroom expertise is evidenced by hundreds of successful depositions and trials, supported by state-of-the-art visualization tools.Recognized with the 2007 Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Award, we maintain affiliations with leading professional organizations including ASME and NSPE. Our commitment to scientific excellence extends to product innovation, with patented solutions for surgical tools and industrial safety equipment. Serving clients from Fortune 500 companies to government agencies, we provide actionable insights through rigorous testing and clear communication. Our engineers' multi-state credentials and cross-industry knowledge ensure comprehensive solutions for complex engineering challenges. This enduring dedication to technical mastery and client service continues to define our 35-year legacy.
Services
Failure Analysis
Expert Witness Testimony
Product Development
Accident Reconstruction
Metallurgical Testing
Finite Element Analysis
Courtroom Animation
Patent Analysis
3D Scanning
Stress Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in forensic engineering and litigation support
- Our engineers have testified in 1000+ legal cases nationwide
- We maintain a state-of-the-art 10,000 sq ft engineering laboratory
- Our team holds 85+ combined years of multidisciplinary engineering expertise
- We've worked on landmark projects like the Golden Gate Bridge retrofit
Services
Failure Analysis
Our failure analysis service identifies root causes of mechanical, electrical, and materials failures using scientific methodology. We employ techniques like fractography, stress analysis, and metallurgical testing to determine failure mechanisms. Clients receive comprehensive reports detailing contributing factors, maintenance issues, or design flaws.
Expert Witness Testimony
We provide expert witness services with court-qualified engineers who communicate technical findings clearly. Our team prepares demonstrative evidence including animations and physical models for courtroom presentations. With extensive deposition experience, we support cases involving product liability and industrial accidents.
Product Development
Our product development service creates innovative engineering solutions from concept to prototype. We specialize in safety-critical systems for medical devices and industrial equipment. The process includes FMEA analysis, stress testing, and regulatory compliance validation for commercial applications.
Accident Reconstruction
We reconstruct vehicle and industrial accidents using 3D scanning and computer simulations. Our engineers analyze vehicle dynamics, human factors, and equipment performance to determine incident sequences. This includes automotive, aviation, and rail transportation systems analysis.
Metallurgical Testing
Our metallurgical testing service examines material properties and failure modes using advanced equipment. We perform SEM analysis, hardness testing, and corrosion evaluation to assess component integrity. This supports investigations into structural failures and manufacturing defects.
People
Glen Stevick
Principal Engineer + CEO
PhD Mechanical Engineer with 30+ years of failure analysis experience. Specializes in forensic engineering and expert testimony for complex litigation cases across multiple industries.
David Rondinone
Principal Engineer + CTO
PhD Mechanical Engineer specializing in stress analysis and finite element modeling. Leads technical operations with expertise in product liability and industrial accident investigations.
Philip Alei
Co-founder
PhD Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in mechanical systems analysis. Provides expert consultation for product development and failure investigation in industrial applications.
Derek King
Electrical/Mechanical Engineer
MS Electrical Engineer with expertise in electrical system failures and patent analysis. Supports litigation cases involving electrical equipment and industrial control systems.
Mingxi Zheng
Materials Engineer
MS Metallurgist specializing in materials testing and failure analysis. Conducts laboratory examinations of metal components and welds for industrial clients.
Questions
What engineering disciplines do you specialize in?
We specialize in mechanical, electrical, and materials engineering with expertise in failure analysis, product development, and litigation support.
Do you provide expert testimony services?
Yes, our engineers provide expert witness services including courtroom testimony, depositions, and demonstrative evidence preparation for litigation cases.
What types of cases do you handle?
We handle failure analysis, product liability, industrial accidents, patent disputes, and environmental incidents across multiple industries.
Can you assist with international cases?
Yes, our engineers have experience working on cases domestically and internationally with multi-jurisdictional litigation support.
What laboratory capabilities do you have?
Our 10,000 sq ft lab includes metallurgical testing, 3D scanning, stress analysis equipment, and finite element modeling capabilities.
How do you communicate technical findings?
We use courtroom animations, physical models, and clear technical reports to explain complex engineering concepts to non-technical audiences.
