Accident Investigation – Energy Infrastructures

Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

Additional Information

Dr. Tarannom Parhizkar, Ph.D., P.E., is a distinguished expert in power grids and the oil & gas industry, with over 16 years of professional experience. She is an Adjunct Professor at UCLA and a trusted authority in accident investigation, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and common cause failure assessment, providing attorneys with clear, defensible technical opinions. Her litigation and consulting work focuses on accident reconstruction, root cause analysis, and patent disputes. She has supported cases involving energy infrastructure accidents, pipeline integrity, combustion systems, equipment failures, and environmental exposures. Known for her meticulous methods and integrity, Dr. Parhizkar offers objective, reliable insights that help clarify complex technical issues in court. Dr. Parhizkar has authored a book, multiple book chapters, and more than 30 peer-reviewed journal publications. She is also an active academic contributor, serving as Adjunct Professor at UCLA, past Adjunct Professor at Moorpark College and Coconino Community College, and conference organizer, presenter, and committee member internationally. Professional Experience -- Senior Advisor, Southern California Edison, Los Angeles, CA (2023–Present) -- Adjunct Professor, University of California, Los Angeles (2022–Present) -- Research Scientist, University of California, Los Angeles (2020–Present) -- Previous academic and research positions in the U.S., and Norway Professional Memberships -- Society for Risk Analysis (SRA) -- Professional Risk Managers’ International Association -- Association of Energy Engineering (AEE) -- American Energy Society