Forensic Engineering Expert | Ph.D., P.E. | Accident Reconstruction, Failure Analysis & Mechanical Systems

Dr. Galdos provides forensic engineering expertise in transportation accident reconstruction, failure analysis of materials and mechanical systems, machinery injury causation, slip and fall incidents, fracture mechanics, and finite element analysis. He serves both as a testifying expert and a consulting expert for legal and insurance matters.

Dr. Galdos holds a Ph.D. in Engineering Mechanics from the University of Florida, an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Florida Atlantic University, and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Miami. He is also a Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Florida.

Yes — prior to founding Forensic Engineering Services, Inc., Dr. Galdos served as a Senior Analytical Engineer at Pratt & Whitney (United Technologies Corporation), performing fatigue and fracture analysis on gas turbine and rocket engines, and as a Structural Test Engineer at Sikorsky Aircraft Division. This industry background strengthens his forensic opinions with real-world engineering context.

Dr. Galdos is experienced in finite element analysis, computational methods, and computer simulation of dynamic systems, which he applies to model failure modes, stress distributions, and accident scenarios. These capabilities allow him to present complex technical findings in a clear, visual format for judges and juries.

Dr. Galdos has a refereed publication in the International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering addressing three-dimensional crack propagation — directly relevant to his fracture mechanics and fatigue analysis work. His academic background also includes teaching graduate engineering courses at the University of South Florida.

Dr. Galdos serves the broader legal and insurance communities through Forensic Engineering Services, Inc. and is available to both plaintiff and defense counsel, as well as insurance carriers and governmental agencies.