Anderson Associates Conslting

At Anderson Associates Consulting Engineers Inc., we pride ourselves on being a multi-disciplinary company equipped with a cumulative total of over 100 years of technical experience and service. Our team of seasoned professionals is dedicated to providing expert witness services, investigative expertise, and technological support to clients across various industries.

Our Story

For over 50 years, Anderson Associates has been providing forensic investigation services to clients in Alberta and beyond. From motor vehicle accident reconstructions to fire and explosion investigations, our experts have investigated countless cases, providing clients with the expertise they need to succeed. Our commitment to excellence and our extensive experience have earned us a reputation as one of the most respected forensic engineering firms in Western Canada.

Our Services

Anderson Associates offers a wide range of forensic engineering services, including:

Motor Vehicle Accident Reconstruction: Our experts have investigated thousands of collisions, including multi-vehicle, pedestrian, motorcycle, and single-vehicle rollovers. We provide accurate and thorough reconstructions of motor vehicle accidents to help clients settle claims and establish liability.

Fire & Explosions: Our certified fire investigators provide engineering expertise when standard fire investigation techniques will not suffice. We employ rigorous, scientifically-based methods to determine the origin and cause of fires and explosions, providing clients with the knowledge they need to take action.

Metallurgical & Failure Analysis: Our team of metallurgical engineers and failure analysts investigates and analyzes materials and equipment failures to determine the root cause of the problem. We identify the responsible factors and provide recommendations for prevention or mitigation.

Industrial Losses: Our partners and staff have extensive experience in the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of industrial facilities. We provide expert witness services to help resolve complex issues and disputes related to industrial losses and failures.

Personal Injury: Our experts analyze personal injury accidents, utilizing specialized investigative techniques to provide clients with the information they need to succeed.

Structural Failure: We provide clients with expert opinions on structural failures, building condition assessments, and structural remediation and modification recommendations.

Design & FEA: Our design team specializes in non-standard design projects, providing clients with innovative, cost-effective solutions to complex design problems.

Expert Witnesses: Our team of experts is comprised of experienced professionals with extensive backgrounds in their respective fields. They are qualified to serve as expert witnesses in court and have provided expert testimony in various jurisdictions across Canada.

Meet Our Consultants

Travis Hagglund, Mechanical Engineer, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta, and Fourth Class Power Engineer's certificate from SAIT. As a seasoned engineer with over two decades of experience in investigations and expert witness testimony, he has worked on numerous high-profile cases.

Matthew Hajek, Materials Engineer, Bachelor of Science in Materials Engineering from the University of Alberta. He has extensive experience in forensic engineering and has worked on various projects related to material failure and investigation.

Jordan Larson, Mechanical Engineer, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta. With over a decade of experience in forensic engineering, he has been involved in a wide range of investigations, including motor vehicle accident reconstructions and equipment failure analysis.

Susan McFarland, Metallurgical Engineer, Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of Toronto and Master of Science in Metallurgical Engineering at the University of Alberta. She has over 25 years of experience in metallurgical engineering and has worked on numerous high-profile cases involving material failure and analysis.

Paul Nowicki, Mechanical Engineer, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta. With over 25 years of experience in motor vehicle accident reconstruction and expert witness testimony, he has been involved in numerous high-profile cases involving motor vehicle accidents and equipment failure.

Michael Rees, Mechanical Engineer, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta, and a professional member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA). With over two decades of experience in forensic engineering, he has worked on various projects related to equipment failure and investigation.

Mark Sawa, Mechanical Engineer, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta. With over two decades of experience in forensic engineering, he has been involved in a wide range of investigations, including motor vehicle accident reconstructions and equipment failure analysis.

Join Our Team

Anderson Associates is dedicated to providing expert witness services, investigative expertise, and technological support to clients across various industries. If you are interested in joining our team, please visit our website to learn more about our company culture, benefits, and career opportunities.