Mechanical Engineer on HVAC, Plumbing, Mechanical
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- Company: Touza Forensics
- Phone: (714) 487-1846
Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness
General Specialties:
Mechanical EngineeringKeywords/Search Terms:
HVAC, Plumbing, Mechanical Failure, Fire Origin, Control systems, Construction disputes, Standard of Care, Fire Protection SystemsEducation:
BS Mechanical Engineering, University of Havana, CubaYears in Practice:
45Number of Times Deposed/Testified in Last 4 Yrs:
14Additional Information
Felix has over 40 years of experience in design and construction administration and serving as an expert witness for plumbing, mechanical, energy management and fire sprinkler and life safety systems. He has extensive experience with various HVAC systems, including central systems, central plants and variable refrigerant systems. He conducts HVAC systems functional analysis, inspections and functional testing, including testifying about installation, performance and standard of care. He investigates issues involving gas-fired comfort heating and air process systems and is experienced with designing and inspecting fuel gas piping, systems and components, and appliances. He also testifies on interaction between design and construction team members and standard of care for construction projects. He has designed, tested and inspected plumbing drainage and domestic cold and hot water systems, including water heaters, boilers, and recirculating and pressure control systems. He also brings experience designing and inspecting life safety systems such as sprinkler and smoke control systems and their controls. Felix has extensive experience with numerous control systems serving HVAC, plumbing, and process systems and is experienced with the design and inspection of kitchen hoods and ventilation systems. He is familiar with the design, testing and troubleshooting of Building Management Systems. As a design project manager, he is also experienced with contracts and procedures governing the interaction and responsibilities of institutional, commercial, government and residential systems. Certifications include: Certified Commissioning Agent (CxA) Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD #901322) EPA 608 and 609 Refrigerant Handling Certification Certified as California HERS Rater ICC Certified Commercial Plumbing Inspector ICC Certified Residential Plumbing Inspector ICC Certified Commercial Mechanical Plans Examiner