John H. Hatcher

John H. Hatcher, MBA, PE, BCxP, CPP, LEED AP, WIRED SCORE AP, SMARTSCORE AP is an engineering and security expert specializing in HVAC building automation systems and physical security. With a career spanning consulting in HVAC controls, risk analysis, and intelligent building systems, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating system failures, assessing security vulnerabilities, and evaluating whether industry standards have been met.

Mr. Hatcher has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving complex engineering disputes, security system failures, and building automation cases. His Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, along with certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP) and Building Commissioning Professional (BCxP), 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 HVAC systems, security protocols, and building automation technologies.