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J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.
Forensic Mechanical Engineer
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United States
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101 days ago
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Job Description
Forensic Mechanical Engineer
J.S. Held LLC
This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description We are seeking a mid-to-senior level Forensic Mechanical Engineer to join our already robust team of professionals supporting our clients throughout the US and internationally. Our engineers routinely perform forensic investigations, provide consultation, and serve as expert witnesses. Our practice areas include commercial, industrial, manufacturing, and residential property and equipment systems as well as related infrastructure components. Assignments will require local, regional, as well as inter-regional travel to project sites. - Investigate the cause and origin of failures, damages, or defects in mechanical systems and components within industrial, commercial, and residential sites. - Analyze the failure of mechanical systems, determine the cause of failures, evaluate the quality of construction, and review design and maintenance procedures. - Perform field investigations, lead multi-party examinations and documentation of damaged property. - Research failure modes, code requirements, and provide recommendations for repair and/or replacement as needed. - Prepare accurate, clear, thorough, and concise reports and related documentation for clients detailing opinions and conclusions. - Participate in multidisciplinary teams on large and complex assignments. - Maintain established relationships with current clients and consultants. - Stay abreast of company policies, procedures and practices; participate in ongoing training and development as assigned or approved to assure knowledge and skills remain current and comprehensive. Qualifications - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering with minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience. - Requires active Professional Engineering (PE) license; minimum required of resident state. - Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. - Computer skills (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint). - A desire to learn, excel and grow with us and within the profession. - Ability to travel 35-50%. Requirements - A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in evaluating mechanical system and component failures in a commercial or industrial setting is preferred. - Multi-state licensing and/or active NCEES Record preferred. - Expert witness testimony experience is a plus. - Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. - Must be able to travel to various project sites. - Must be able to access and inspect all areas of mechanical and/or electrical equipment. - Prolonged periods of standing, bending, kneeling and lifting. Benefits - Flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed. - Flexible Time Off policy. - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. - 401k Match. - Commuter Benefit. - A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $130,000 - $170,000.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering with minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience.
- Requires active Professional Engineering (PE) license; minimum required of resident state.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Computer skills (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
- A desire to learn, excel and grow with us and within the profession.
- Ability to travel 35-50%.
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in evaluating mechanical system and component failures in a commercial or industrial setting is preferred.
- Multi-state licensing and/or active NCEES Record preferred.
- Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
- Must be able to travel to various project sites.
- Must be able to access and inspect all areas of mechanical and/or electrical equipment.
- Prolonged periods of standing, bending, kneeling and lifting.
Benefits
- Flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed.
- Flexible Time Off policy.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- 401k Match.
- Commuter Benefit.
- A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $130,000 - $170,000.
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