Mr. Huang has over 25 years of expertise in research, design, and forensic analysis within the fields of structural engineering and the building envelope industry. His professional background includes the structural design of new buildings, evaluation and design of renovation and repair projects, post-construction forensic assessments of structural and building envelope failures, and analysis of premises liability concerning code compliance.

In the realm of structural design, Mr. Huang’s experience encompasses high-rise buildings, parking garages, tilt-up concrete, and corporate office campuses. As a forensic engineering expert, he has conducted evaluations to provide professional opinions on the causes and origins of building damage and failures, including structural and retaining wall collapses, roof collapses, differential foundation movement, storm damage to various roofing materials, explosion and construction vibration damage, seismic impacts, and building envelope failures.

Mr. Huang possesses comprehensive knowledge of modern ICC codes, as well as ADA and TAS provisions, alongside best practice standards in the construction industry. He leverages his expertise in structural and building envelope design, the standard of care for design professionals, construction defects, building code evaluation, and premises liability to assist clients in the insurance sector and litigation practices.

Education:

• PhD Structural Engineering, Candidate, Rice University, 1999 – 2004
• MS Structural Engineering, Tsinghua University, China, 1999
• BS Offshore Engineering, Tianjin University, China, 1996

Professional Registrations & Licenses:

• PE 101111 / TX State of Texas PE License
• PE, SE 38859 / LA State of Louisiana PE (SE) License
• PE 35894 / Kentucky State of Kentucky PE License
• PE 91142/ Ohio State of Ohio PE License
• SE 081.009147 / Illinois State of Illinois SE License
• NCEES 14-699-62 National Engineering Registration