Power & Energy Archives - Hawkins Forensic Investigation https://www.hawkins.biz/service/power-energy/ Specialising in Forensic Investigation Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:17:34 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://www.hawkins.biz/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/favicon-1.png Power & Energy Archives - Hawkins Forensic Investigation https://www.hawkins.biz/service/power-energy/ 32 32 Simon Batt https://www.hawkins.biz/our-experts/simon-batt/ Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:47:32 +0000 https://www.hawkins.biz/?post_type=leadership&p=42437 Simon is a mechanical engineer with expertise in gas turbines, generators, wind turbine blade failures

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Simon is a Chartered Engineer and a Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. He received his MEng degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Birmingham in 2004. 

He began his engineering career at Cosworth Racing, followed by Jaguar Land Rover working as a mechanical development engineer on petrol and diesel engine development programmes. Following this, Simon moved to Rolls-Royce where he was able to pursue his interest in engineering thermodynamics by becoming a gas turbine performance engineer. This included working on gas turbines projects for both Naval and Defence Aerospace applications.

In 2015, Simon joined Siemens Energy working on gas turbine engines within the energy sector. He was acknowledged as a ‘key expert’ in gas turbine performance and was then promoted to Head of Performance for aero-derivative gas turbines.  Simon became a key figure in the area of decarbonisation, where he was the lead inventor of a patent that was filed relating to the operation of gas turbine engines running on hydrogen.

In 2022, Simon decided to look for a new challenge and joined Hawkins as a Forensic Investigator.  He has since worked on a wide variety of fires, escapes of water and engineering investigations, including many within his particular specialisms relating to the automotive and power generation sectors.

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]]> Albert Richardson https://www.hawkins.biz/our-experts/albert-richardson/ Fri, 12 Jan 2024 15:18:13 +0000 https://www.hawkins.biz/?post_type=leadership&p=27007 Albert is an Electrical and Rotating Machines Engineer with over three decades of experience in the field. He is recognized for his expertise in generators and high-voltage (HV) motors, primarily focusing on power generation and distribution.

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Albert is an Electrical and Rotating Machines Engineer with over three decades of experience in the field. He is recognised for his expertise in generators and high-voltage (HV) motors, primarily focusing on power generation and distribution.

His work involves investigating electrical and mechanical failures in power infrastructure. Albert’s professional journey spans various continents, including America, Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, giving him a nuanced understanding of local practices in these regions. He has a track record of conducting failure investigations, expert witness studies, and technical audits in power stations, transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore oil & gas production facilities, and marine propulsion systems.

Areas of Expertise:

• Generators and Auxiliary Systems
• Synchronous Compensators, Rotating Stabilizers, HV Motors
• Transformers, Bushings, Switchgear, Busbar Systems
• Battery Storage, Solar and Wind Turbine Systems
• Operation and Maintenance practices for Power Plants and Oil & Gas production facilities
• Claims Support for Generator and HV Motor Issues
• Repair Procedures for Rotating and Electrical Equipment
• Marine Electrical Propulsion and Generation Systems, particularly for Cruise Lines

Albert’s experience extends beyond technical consultancy. He has served as an expert witness in international arbitrations and offers specialized advice on generator-related issues. In his role, Albert is responsible for project management, including design reviews and condition assessments of essential electrical equipment.

Albert holds a Master’s degree from Cranfield University, with a specialization in the design of rotating machines, particularly in power generation technology.

MSc Design of Rotating Machines – Cranfield University
Chartered Engineer (CEng)
Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (MIET)
Fellow of the International Society of Engineering Asset Management (ISEAM)

LANGUAGES

Albert is fluent in English

QUALIFICATIONS

MSc Design of Rotating Machines – Cranfield University
Chartered Engineer (CEng)
Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (MIET)
Fellow of the International Society of Engineering Asset Management (ISEAM)

Disclaimer – Professional Engineers Act 1991, Singapore
We are not registered as Professional Engineers under the Professional Engineers Act 1991. Accordingly, we do not offer or provide professional engineering services in Singapore as defined under the Act.  Our forensic investigation and root cause analysis services are conducted strictly within the scope of our expertise and do not constitute professional engineering services as defined under the Act. Any findings or conclusions presented are intended solely for investigative purposes and should not be construed as a substitute for services requiring registration under the Act.

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]]> Stephen Rowbotham https://www.hawkins.biz/our-experts/stephen-rowbotham/ Thu, 06 Jul 2023 14:44:20 +0000 https://www.hawkins.biz/?post_type=leadership&p=22545 Stephen is enthusiastic about providing solutions to issues faced by clients in the changing business environment and the goal of achieving net zero power generation.

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Stephen is a materials expert with extensive global experience providing independent materials and corrosion advice to multi-national companies in the built and engineering sectors.

Stephen is enthusiastic about providing solutions to issues faced by clients in the changing business environment, and the goal of achieving net zero power generation. Stephen is an experienced expert witness in legal and insurance cases completing cases in multiple jurisdictions including projects/cases Australia, Europe, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Middle East, Myanmar, New Zealand, Philippines, North America, South America and United Kingdom.

Prior to joining Hawkins, Stephen gained over 25 years’ experience undertaking failure analysis and root cause analysis for clients in the built environment including transport infrastructure together with manufacturing and operations in the process, pipeline, and power sectors.

Since 2009, Stephen has focused on the power sector, helping loss adjusters, insurance companies and owners /operators investigate events in various power plants from renewables (hydro, energy from waste, geothermal (binary and flash units) and wind) to thermal generation assets (coal and gas power plants (simple cycle, cogeneration, and combined cycle)). Investigations completed have covered static and rotating components located within the fence of the power plant. Projects have also included condition assessment of gas and steam turbines, and outage support for operators. In the case of forced outages, Stephen has worked for both operators and insurance companies but not at the same time. In the latter case, insurers have also retained Stephen to function as their site engineer providing daily reports on the progress of the outage, depending on the extent of the repairs required can extend to several months.

Stephen joined Hawkins in May 2023 and is based in our Manchester office. 

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]]> Andy Bryce https://www.hawkins.biz/our-experts/andy-bryce-chairman/ Thu, 20 Oct 2022 16:58:41 +0000 https://www.hawkins.biz/?post_type=leadership&p=12224 Andrew’s career in forensic engineering began while carrying out an undergraduate placement at the Royal Aircraft Establishment, analysing the cause of aircraft component failures for the Air Accident Investigation Branch. Following his Masters Degree he joined Rolls Royce plc, Military Engine Division in 1988 where he was trained in the forensic investigation of engine failures for both in-service and development engines. Other areas of responsibility included carrying out in-service turbine component condition assessments and writing quality standards. Andrew resigned from Rolls Royce at Senior Scientist grade and joined Hawkins in 1991. Since joining Hawkins, Andrew has carried out over 1700 forensic investigations involving engineering, fire and explosion incidents both in the United Kingdom and overseas. These cases have covered a great range, from small domestic incidents to multi-million pound losses in shops, warehouses, factories, power stations (gas turbines & compressors), aerospace and marine. Andrew is experienced in the legal process and has given evidence in the capacity of an expert witness in Magistrates’ Courts, County Courts, High Courts, Crown Courts, Coroner’s Courts, mediations and arbitrations on numerous occasions. He is listed as an expert in the Expert Witness Directory. Andrew is currently a Director of Hawkins and based in the […]

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]]> Andrew’s career in forensic engineering began while carrying out an undergraduate placement at the Royal Aircraft Establishment, analysing the cause of aircraft component failures for the Air Accident Investigation Branch. Following his Masters Degree he joined Rolls Royce plc, Military Engine Division in 1988 where he was trained in the forensic investigation of engine failures for both in-service and development engines. Other areas of responsibility included carrying out in-service turbine component condition assessments and writing quality standards.

Andrew resigned from Rolls Royce at Senior Scientist grade and joined Hawkins in 1991.

Since joining Hawkins, Andrew has carried out over 1700 forensic investigations involving engineering, fire and explosion incidents both in the United Kingdom and overseas. These cases have covered a great range, from small domestic incidents to multi-million pound losses in shops, warehouses, factories, power stations (gas turbines & compressors), aerospace and marine.

Andrew is experienced in the legal process and has given evidence in the capacity of an expert witness in Magistrates’ Courts, County Courts, High Courts, Crown Courts, Coroner’s Courts, mediations and arbitrations on numerous occasions. He is listed as an expert in the Expert Witness Directory.

Andrew is currently a Director of Hawkins and based in the Bristol office.

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]]> Andy Bryce https://www.hawkins.biz/our-experts/andy-bryce/ Mon, 09 May 2022 08:39:39 +0000 https://hawkins.salttest.co/?post_type=leadership&p=3058 Andrew’s career in forensic engineering began while carrying out an undergraduate placement at the Royal Aircraft Establishment, analysing the cause of aircraft component failures for the Air Accident Investigation Branch. Following his Masters Degree he joined Rolls Royce plc, Military Engine Division in 1988 where he was trained in the forensic investigation of engine failures for both in-service and development engines. Other areas of responsibility included carrying out in-service turbine component condition assessments and writing quality standards. Andrew resigned from Rolls Royce at Senior Scientist grade and joined Hawkins in 1991. Since joining Hawkins, Andrew has carried out over 1700 forensic investigations involving engineering, fire and explosion incidents both in the United Kingdom and overseas. These cases have covered a great range, from small domestic incidents to multi-million pound losses in shops, warehouses, factories, power stations (gas turbines & compressors), aerospace and marine. Andrew is experienced in the legal process and has given evidence in the capacity of an expert witness in Magistrates’ Courts, County Courts, High Courts, Crown Courts, Coroner’s Courts, mediations and arbitrations on numerous occasions. He is listed as an expert in the Expert Witness Directory. Andrew is currently a Director of Hawkins and based in the […]

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Andrew’s career in forensic engineering began while carrying out an undergraduate placement at the Royal Aircraft Establishment, analysing the cause of aircraft component failures for the Air Accident Investigation Branch. Following his Masters Degree he joined Rolls Royce plc, Military Engine Division in 1988 where he was trained in the forensic investigation of engine failures for both in-service and development engines. Other areas of responsibility included carrying out in-service turbine component condition assessments and writing quality standards.

Andrew resigned from Rolls Royce at Senior Scientist grade and joined Hawkins in 1991.

Since joining Hawkins, Andrew has carried out over 1700 forensic investigations involving engineering, fire and explosion incidents both in the United Kingdom and overseas. These cases have covered a great range, from small domestic incidents to multi-million pound losses in shops, warehouses, factories, power stations (gas turbines & compressors), aerospace and marine.

Andrew is experienced in the legal process and has given evidence in the capacity of an expert witness in Magistrates’ Courts, County Courts, High Courts, Crown Courts, Coroner’s Courts, mediations and arbitrations on numerous occasions. He is listed as an expert in the Expert Witness Directory.

Andrew is currently a Director of Hawkins and based in the Bristol office.

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