Sean Dudley has been engaged in engineering & forensic investigation for almost 15+ years focusing on construction defect, polymeric materials, concrete, glass, and environmental issues.
Dr. Dudley’s investigations are focused on domestic water systems, building envelope and interior materials, and consumer product failures.
He has investigated large scale construction defect cases including those involving Insulated Glass Units, architectural panels, roofing materials, and the performance of multiple types of polymeric piping including polypropylene, PEX, PVC, and CPVC.
Dr. Dudley has led large scale building material evaluation and laboratory testing programs. He brings a history of leading multi-disciplinary teams and complex investigations. Dr. Dudley has degrees in Environmental Engineering, Metallurgical and Mineral Processing Engineering, and Material Sciences.
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