Rimkus Welcomes Dr. Gavin Huntley-Fenner and Team to Enhance Human Factors Expertise

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rimkus, a premier global provider of engineering, technical consulting, and life sciences services, announced today the strategic acquisition of Huntley-Fenner Advisors Inc., led by Dr. Gavin Huntley-Fenner. The move is an expansion of the Rimkus Life Sciences group with nationally recognized talent, bringing three well recognized and highly skilled human factors experts to the Company’s Life Sciences team.

Dr. Huntley-Fenner, a renowned Human Factors leader, brings a wealth of expertise and industry recognition to Rimkus. His esteemed team of Dr. Georgina Lean and Dr. Paulina Silva will also bolster Rimkus’ capabilities in the sector. Known for their rigorous, science-driven investigations and evaluations, their approach aligns seamlessly with the Rimkus Human Factors team. This strategic integration strengthens Rimkus’ collective expertise and underscores the firm’s commitment to delivering comprehensive, world-class support to its global clients.

Jonathan Higgins, Chief Executive Officer at Rimkus, said, “Over the last few years, Rimkus has intentionally grown our Life Sciences group, effectively managing the challenges we know our clients are facing and building a leading team of experts that addresses these opportunities with agility and precision. This talent expansion will enable us to accelerate our current strategy to be a leader in Human Factors consulting.”

“Rimkus Life Sciences represents a diverse team of dedicated professionals committed to studying and understanding human behavior and experience, and Dr. Huntley-Fenner and his team actively share in our mission to assist clients with research, comprehensive analysis, and creative problem-solving,” said Charles Burhans, Senior Vice President, Specialty Services at Rimkus. “Their team has earned a reputation for expertise in client service and technical findings, and we cannot wait to welcome them to our growing practice.”

“Joining Rimkus marks a transformative step forward for our team – with their global footprint, multidisciplinary expertise, and cutting-edge laboratories and technology, we are positioned to deliver significant value for our Human Factors clients,” said Dr. Gavin Huntley-Fenner.

Dr. Huntley-Fenner is a Member of Mattel’s Medical and Scientific Safety Council (2023-present). He also served as a Steering Committee Member of The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine’s Committee for Environmental Health Matters Initiative (2019-2025) and Member of U.S. FDA Risk Communication Advisory Committee (2010–2014).

Rimkus offers comprehensive Human Factors consulting that integrates scientific research, technical expertise, and user-centered design to improve safety, usability, and performance across a wide range of products and environments. The company recently expanded their proactive Human Factors capabilities through the acquisition of Human Factors Consulting Services, Incorporated, which joined the team at Core Human Factors, A Rimkus Company.

About Rimkus

Rimkus is a global leader in engineering and technical consulting, serving clients across a wide range of industries including life sciences, construction, manufacturing, and healthcare. With more than 40 years of experience, Rimkus provides expert solutions in forensic consulting, dispute resolution, human factors engineering, product development support, and solutions for the built environment. The company operates more than 110 offices worldwide, with a team of more than 1,500 professionals dedicated to delivering innovative and high-quality services. For more information, visit rimkus.com.