Shane Kennett, PhD,Pe,Cwi
About Shane Kennett, PhD,Pe,Cwi
Shane Kennett, PhD, PE, CWI, serves as the Office Director and Principal Engineer at Exponent in Denver, Colorado, where he specializes in microstructural characterization and mechanical engineering. He has a strong background in engineering, with experience in conducting root cause failure analyses across various industries.
Work at Exponent
Shane Kennett has been with Exponent since 2014, holding various positions over the years. He currently serves as Office Director and Principal Engineer in Denver, Colorado. His tenure at Exponent includes roles as Senior Engineer, Associate, Managing Engineer, and Senior Managing Engineer. In total, he has accumulated over nine years of experience at Exponent, contributing to engineering investigations and providing independent findings for dispute resolution.
Education and Expertise
Shane Kennett earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of North Florida, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his education at the Colorado School of Mines, obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering from 2010 to 2014. His expertise lies in microstructural characterization and mechanical engineering, with applications in industries such as automotive safety and surgical devices.
Background
Shane Kennett has a diverse background in engineering, starting as a Researcher and Teaching Assistant at the University of North Florida from 2008 to 2010. He then worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Colorado School of Mines from 2010 to 2014. His professional journey at Exponent began in 2014, leading to a series of progressively responsible roles, culminating in his current position as Office Director.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Shane Kennett has developed extensive experience in conducting root cause failure analyses across various industries, including Oil & Gas and power generation systems. He specializes in applying industry standards to engineering investigations, which aids in resolving disputes effectively. His work contributes significantly to the fields of mechanical engineering and materials science.