Investigates the cause of failures, damages, or defects in the mechanical fields within industrial, commercial, and residential sites
Analyzes the failure of mechanical systems, determines the cause of failures, evaluates the quality of construction or reviews design or maintenance procedures
Participates in catastrophe responses such as hurricanes, tornados, floods, wildland fires, and earthquakes
Performs field investigations, leads multi-party examinations and documentation of damaged property
Researches failure modes and code requirements as needed, prepares recommendations for repair and/or remediation as appropriate
Prepares accurate, clear, thorough, and concise reports and letters outlining the cause and origin of the damages to clients
Follows established policies, procedures, and processes in preparing information, exercising sound judgment in applying these to potentially unusual or complicated situations
Provides deposition or expert testimony as a fact or expert witness for product liability cases, for civil or federal court cases, and, occasionally, criminal cases
Maintains established relationships with current clients and consultants
Manages and/or works with multi-disciplinary teams on large and complex assignments ensuring a cohesive approach to the investigation while maintaining effective communication across the project team

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mechanical Engineering (required)
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (required)
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in mechanical engineering
2 years in forensic engineering or failure analysis (preferred)
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, structures, and failure mechanisms
Hands-on experience with failure analysis, materials testing, and root cause analysis preferred
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write technical reports and present findings clearly and concisely
Knowledge of building codes, safety standards, and industry regulations
Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record (required)

A quarterly bonus is also offered based on revenue and productivity
A sign-on bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package
A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered

Senior Mechanical Engineer

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