David Paulus, PhD, PE
Mechanical Engineering & Human Factors Expert
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Professional Summary
David Paulus, PhD, PE is a Mechanical Engineering & Human Factors expert specializing in patent litigation and product liability cases. With a career encompassing mechanical engineering, human factors, and product design, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating product design failures, assessing human factors in product use, and evaluating whether engineering standards were met.
Mr. Paulus has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving patent litigation and product liability cases. His PhD in Mechanical Engineering, along with his Professional Engineer (PE) and Certified Human Factors Engineering Professional (CHFEP) certifications, 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 engineering and human factors.
Work Experience
David C. Paulus has over 27 years of experience in academia and engineering. He is currently a Professor of Practice at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, and has held multiple academic positions at Washington State University, Global Campus, and the University of Arkansas. His engineering career includes roles such as NASA Engineer Subcontractor at Streamline Automation and Industrial Engineer at Colorado State University, Industrial Assessment Center.
Expert Intelligence
Best Descriptor
David Paulus is a mechanical engineering expert specializing in ergonomics, product design, and biomechanical systems.
Best Use Cases
- 1product liability cases involving ergonomic design
- 2patent litigation related to mechanical devices
- 3consulting on human factors in engineering projects
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PhD, Mechanical Engineering, Colorado State University
MS, Industrial Engineering, University of Tennessee
BS, Mechanical Engineering, University of Tennessee
Licenses
- Professional Engineer (PE)
- Certified Human Factors Engineering Professional (CHFEP)