Shawn Ray

Shawn Ray is a Mechanical Engineer and has been evaluating mechanical failures and performing accident reconstruction for more than 30 years. His scientific analysis of incidents has resulted in expert testimony in both State and Federal courts.  Mr. Ray worked his way through school as a mechanic.  He was involved in racing (a test bed for new technology), vehicle development, and training for the understanding of vehicle control.  In addition, he is a triple ASE Master Certified Technician, possesses an ACTAR accident reconstructionist accreditation, and is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator, a Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator, and a Fire Investigation Instructor.  Mr. Ray is active in SAE’s COMVEC, the Commercial Vehicle Exhibition & Technology Connection.  His involvement includes being a past organizer, moderator and Chair of the Powertrain committee.  Currently, Mr. Ray is the Vice-Chair of SAE’s Crash Data Collection and Archiving Standards Committee.  He also remains active in testing and evaluation of failure and product evaluations.