Andrew Paris, IEEE Member

AGE: 26

WHAT HE DOES: Investigates electrical and electronic devices suspected of catastrophic malfunction.

FOR WHOM: Anderson Engineering of New Prague Inc.

WHERE HE DOES IT: On a ­buffalo farm in Minnesota, at fire scenes, and in laboratories around the United States.

FUN FACTORS: Solves complex puzzles with a combination of technical skills and instincts that are honed on the job.