30 Forensic Engineering Announces the Promotion of Dr. Chad Gooyers B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., MBA, P.L.Eng. to Technical Director, Biomechanics

VANCOUVER, BC, OCTOBER 23, 2025/insPRESS/ – 30 Forensic Engineering, Canada’s leading multidisciplinary forensic firm is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Chad Gooyers B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., MBA, P.L.Eng. to the position of Technical Director, Biomechanics. Based in our Vancouver office, Dr. Gooyers will also continue to lead as the Regional Director for our Western Canada operations.

With over a decade of tenure at 30 Forensic Engineering, Dr. Chad Gooyers specializes in the biomechanics of injury causation. He has been published in top biomechanics journals and holds academic appointments at leading Canadian Universities including both a Masters of Science and a Doctor of Philosophy in Biomechanics, a Master of Business Administration and the Professional Licensee Engineering (P.L.Eng.) designation. Dr. Gooyers consults with legal and insurance clients across Canada and the United States; he has been qualified in the Ontario Superior of Justice and the Supreme Court of British Columbia to give Expert Evidence in biomechanics, injury mechanisms, occupant motion, and seatbelt and airbag use/effectiveness. Over the past five years, Chad has successfully managed our Western Canada operations, and we are confident that his leadership will continue to drive innovation and excellence in this role.

SPECIALIZED PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Forensic Biomechanics

• Injury Mechanisms

• Occupant Motion during Motor Vehicle Collisions

• Seatbelt Use and Effectiveness

• Airbag Effectiveness

• Child Restraint System Use and Effectiveness

• Helmet Effectiveness

• Pedestrian Collisions

• Staircase and Ladder Falls

• Slips, Trips and Falls

Dr. Rob Parkinson B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., Vice President and Practice Lead, Biomechanics & Personal Injury states: “Since joining 30 Forensic Engineering over a decade ago, Chad has consistently demonstrated his expertise and leadership. His professionalism and deep knowledge of our business have earned him the respect of colleagues, industry peers, and clients alike, solidifying his reputation as a top consultant in his field. Chad’s comprehensive understanding of the forensic landscape allows him to meet our clients’ forensic investigation needs. In addition to his biomechanics practice, Chad will continue with his role of Regional Director for Western Canada, collaborating with the firm’s National Practice Leads to support loss investigations across all disciplines. Congratulations, Chad, on this well-deserved recognition.”

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