Nathan Macdonald

Nathan Macdonald, PE, CSP is a mechanical engineering expert specializing in patent litigation and product liability cases. With a career spanning forensic engineering, product design, and safety analysis, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating equipment failures, assessing compliance with industry standards, and evaluating whether design defects contributed to accidents.

Mr. Macdonald has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements nationwide, involving product liability, premises liability, and intellectual property disputes. His Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Brigham Young University, along with certifications such as Certified Safety Professional and Certified Tribometrist, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving mobile hydraulic equipment, walkway safety, and amusement rides.