Chemical Engineer (Forensic Engineer)

SEA, Ltd; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-funded certifications

Company-funded professional dev

Paid vacation, sick days, holidays

Parental leave policy

Performance bonus program

Extensive forensic training

Two medical plans

Company-funded HSA

Wellness Rewards program

Dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

On-site workout facility

Job summary

SEA, Ltd. in Columbus, OH seeks a Chemical Engineer to join our forensic engineering team, leading projects evaluating environmental hazards and contributing to expert testimony. The role offers growth in a firm with 56+ years of industry knowledge and hands-on forensic training.

Preferred candidates hold an MS/PhD in Chemical or Environmental Engineering, with related Bachelor's, and bring strong oral and written communication skills, plus willingness to travel up to 30% for site work.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Chemical or Environmental Engineering preferred, with related Bachelor's.
• CIH and CSP are a plus, not required.
• Minimum five years of post-academic industry experience.
• Experience reviewing or preparing SDS preferred.
• Experience selecting PPE for tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects evaluating chemical and environmental hazards.
• Investigate chemical releases, contamination, and process failures.
• Review engineering drawings, procedures, testing, and maintenance records.
• Analyze environmental and scientific data.
• Develop technically defensible scientific opinions.
• Prepare comprehensive engineering reports.
• Provide deposition and courtroom testimony as an expert witness.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Apply industry standards and codes.
• Conduct unbiased investigations for various clients.
• Convey findings in plain language, verbally and in writing.
• Maintain regular and predictable office presence.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Public speaking

Technical writing

Education

MS or PhD in Chemical or Environmental Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering

Job description

SEA, Ltd. is a nationally recognized forensic engineering firm, seeking a chemical Engineer to join our team, due to growth! This is an exceptional opportunity for a curious, detail-oriented professional to learn and grow within a company that has over 56 years of industry knowledge and experience. We provide all forensic/industry-specific training!

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the management of projects involving the evaluation and investigation of physical, chemical and biological environmental hazards
• Investigate complex engineering scenarios involving chemical releases and exposure events, environmental contamination, groundwater and soil contamination, industrial process failures, chemical manufacturing incidents, product failures involving chemicals
• Review engineering drawings, operating procedures, testing, and maintenance records
• Analyze environmental and scientific data
• Develop technically defensible scientific opinions
• Prepare comprehensive engineering reports
• Provide deposition and courtroom testimony as an expert witness
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Utilizes and applies knowledge of industry-specific standards and codes
• Conducts unbiased investigations for various types of clients
• Provides technical findings and conclusions in laymen's terms both verbally and in writing
• Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
• Regular and predictable presence in the office

Position Requirements:

• Preferred M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemical or Environmental Engineering with related Bachelor's Degree
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and Certified Safety Professional (CSP) a plus, not required
• Minimum of five years of post-academic related industry experience
• Experience in reviewing and/or preparing SDS preferred
• Experience in identification and selection of appropriate PPE for job functions and/or tasks
• Experience in the oil and gas/chemical industry is preferred
• Excellent oral and writing skills
• Public speaking/Teaching experience a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel 30% of the time
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to climb a ladder and maneuver in and on buildings and structures
• Ability to drive in all conditions
• Ability to fly on airplanes
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues
• Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
• Ability to learn a new industry and obtain required certifications

Benefits:

• Company-funded professional certifications, fees, licenses and dues
• Company-funded professional development
• Paid vacation, sick days and holidays
• Parental leave policy
• Performance bonus program
• Extensive forensic training
• Two medical plans
• Company-funded HSA
• Wellness Rewards program
• Dental & vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid STD, LTD and life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement for site travel above the federal rate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Account plans
• Majority of office locations have on-site workout facility

S-E-A places a strong value on employee health and wellness across the company. As part of this commitment, S-E-A offers several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, such as medical, dental and vision plans, company-paid vacation, holiday and sick leave, parental leave, company-funded HSA, an employee assistance program and a wellness rewards program. Additionally, most offices have an on-site workout facility.