Scott J. Anson, Ph.D., P.E.
Principal Forensic Engineer
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Professional Summary
Scott J. Anson, Ph.D., P.E. is a forensic engineering expert specializing in multidisciplinary failure analysis and non-destructive testing. With a career encompassing mechanical and materials engineering, he brings a comprehensive framework for evaluating complex engineering failures in litigation contexts. His work centers on investigating product liability claims, assessing workplace injury causation, and evaluating whether structural failures align with industry standards.
Mr. Anson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Texas, Georgia, Louisiana, and Oklahoma, involving product liability, workplace injuries, and commercial litigation. His Ph.D. in Systems Science with a Manufacturing Systems concentration, along with certifications such as API 580 Risk Based Inspection and API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector, 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 materials engineering failures.
Work Experience
Scott J. Anson, Ph.D., P.E., has over 28 years of experience in engineering, holding positions such as Principal Forensic Engineer at Anson Engineering, LLC since 2016 and Professor, Mechanical Engineering at LeTourneau University from 2013 to 2025. He has also served in various roles at multiple companies, including Senior Principal Engineer at Acuren Inspection and Senior Mechanical Engineer at Intertek AIM.
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Best Descriptor
Scott J. Anson is a Principal Forensic Engineer specializing in mechanical and materials failure analysis.
Best Use Cases
- 1product liability cases
- 2industrial failure investigations
- 3design defect assessments
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View full reportEducation
Ph.D. in Systems Science, Manufacturing Systems Concentration
Binghamton University · 2007
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Concentration
Binghamton University · 1996
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
State University of New York (SUNY) Binghamton · 1993
A.S. in Engineering Science
Broome Community College · 1991
Licenses
- Professional Engineering (PE) LicenseState Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers (OK)
- Professional Engineering (PE) LicenseState Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers (GA)
- Professional Engineering (PE) LicenseState Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers (LA)
- Professional Engineering (PE) LicenseState Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers (TX)
- Professional Engineering (PE) LicenseState Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers (NY)