1099 Subcontract Mechanical/Electrical Engineer

Keystone Experts & Engineers specializes in forensic engineering and is seeking licensed Mechanical/Electrical Engineers with experience in forensic investigations. The role involves performing engineering failure analysis, site evaluations, and providing recommendations for remediation and repair of various electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities:

• Performs engineering failure analysis; specifically, determining cause and of damage, causes and origin of fire, electrocutions and equipment failures
• Capable of performing site evaluations, field analysis, and assessments that include mechanical, electrical and/or plumbing systems
• Provide evaluations for failures as a result of hail/wind damage, lightning strike damage, cause of damage – wind/hail, improper maintenance, improper installation or product defect of boilers, chillers, pumps, plumbing and heating systems., freeze events, machinery breakdown, wear and tear, general construction failures, and/or providing general recommendations for remediation and repair
• Safely access roofs, attics & crawl spaces to photo document areas of interest
• Identify and interview witnesses and/or other key parties involved
• Prepare & submit findings and recommendations that can be used to resolve insurance claims or litigation matters

Requirements:

• Active Professional Engineering license(s) required
• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical engineering or similar field
• Well-versed in building materials, codes, construction methods & common modes of failure
• Ability to adhere to tight deadlines
• Availability to readily accept assignments and perform site inspection within 5-7 days
• Tech-savvy across multiple software platforms, tools / equipment & investigative techniques
• Outstanding written & verbal communications skills
• An analytical mind and strong problem-solving ability
• Experience completing forensic investigations to determine the cause and origin of various site issues
• Experience with power surges, lightning strikes, and evaluating of electrical components after a fire or water intrusion event
• Experience with HVAC units – repair vs. replace after storm/hail damage, cause of damage – wind/hail, improper maintenance, improper installation or product defect of boilers, chillers, pumps, plumbing and heating systems