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Bradley N. Plank, P.E.

Mechanical & Metallurgical Engineer

Dallas, TX32 years+ years experience
Forensic Mechanical and Metallurgical Engineering – HVAC, Oilfield Equipment, Heavy Machinery, Cranes, and Plumbing Systems

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Professional Summary

Bradley N. Plank, P.E. is a Mechanical & Metallurgical Engineering expert specializing in forensic engineering and failure analysis. With a career spanning mechanical engineering, metallurgical processes, and product safety management, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical failures, assessing metallurgical integrity, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in complex engineering disputes.

Mr. Plank has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving personal injury, property damage, and product liability cases in industries such as oilfield equipment, HVAC systems, and heavy machinery. His Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering from Ohio State University, along with his Professional Engineer license and Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator certification, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving mechanical and metallurgical failures.

Work Experience

Bradley N. Plank, P.E., is a Mechanical and Metallurgical Engineer at MME Forensic Consulting, Inc. in Dallas, TX, since 2018. He has held significant positions including Senior Engineer, Mechanical and Metallurgical at EFI Global, Inc., and Product Safety Manager at A. O. Smith Water Products Company. With a career spanning over 48 years, he has also worked at The Stanley Works and Dresser Industries, Inc.

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Bradley N. Plank provides expert engineering services focused on failure analysis and HVAC investigations.

Best Use Cases

  • 1expert witness in mechanical failure cases
  • 2investigations of HVAC system failures
  • 3product liability assessments for mechanical systems

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Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering

    Ohio State University · 1975

  • Master of Business Administration

    University of Tennessee · 1981

Licenses

  • Professional EngineerVarious States
  • Certified Fire and Explosion InvestigatorNAFI
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