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John R. Stauder

Principal

Walnut Creek, CA22 years+ years experience
Forensic Fire Protection Engineering – Fire Alarm, Fire Suppression, and Building Code Compliance

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Professional Summary

John R. Stauder is a fire protection engineering expert specializing in fire protection system design and building code consulting. With a career spanning engineering, construction defects, and fire protection, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving fire safety and compliance issues. His work centers on investigating fire protection system failures, assessing building code compliance, and evaluating whether fire safety measures meet industry standards.

Mr. Stauder has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving fire protection systems, building codes, and life safety evaluations. His MEng in Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Maryland, along with P.E. registration in multiple states, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving fire protection and building code compliance.

Work Experience

John R. Stauder is currently the Principal at The Fire Consultants in Walnut Creek, CA, a position he has held since 2014. He previously served as a Project Manager at AECOM in San Francisco, CA from 2011 to 2014, and at Rolf Jensen & Associates in Walnut Creek, CA from 2005 to 2011. His career spans over 18 years in the industry.

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John R. Stauder specializes in fire protection engineering and building code consulting.

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  • 1fire protection system design
  • 2building code compliance consulting
  • 3expert testimony in fire safety litigation

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Education

  • MEng in Fire Protection Engineering

    University of Maryland · 2005

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering

    Villanova University · 1993

Licenses

  • Registered Fire Protection Engineer (AZ, CA, GU, NV, WA)
  • Registered Mechanical Engineer (AK, CA, HI, NY, OR, WA, WY)
  • Registered Professional Engineer (CO, NY, TX, UT, VA)
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