Electrical Engineer – Electric Utilities Forensic Investigator | Robson Forensic | Lancaster, PA (hybrid)

PSPE; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

PSPE is seeking an Electrical Engineer – Electric Utilities Forensic Investigator in Lancaster, PA. The role requires a PE license, a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, and 15+ years in electrical engineering with utility experience.

The candidate becomes a forensic expert through Robson Forensic training and will deliver rigorous analyses and reports. The position involves inspecting incidents, evaluating regulatory compliance, and providing expert testimony.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 15+ years of electrical engineering experience in electric utilities (investor-owned, public power, or cooperatives).
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Investigate incidents involving design, construction, operation, and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment.
• Analyze applicable laws, rules, regulations, codes, and standards of care.
• Write clear, scientifically sound reports and provide expert testimony.
• Assess decisions and practices to determine standard of care and root causes.

Skills

P.E. license

15+ years experience

Regulatory knowledge

Technical writing

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electrical Engineer – Electric Utilities Forensic Investigator

Job Purpose & Summary

You are a P.E. with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and 15+ years of hands-on experience. You have a comprehensive understanding of electric utilities (investor-owned, public power, and/or cooperatives).

You are already an expert. Robson Forensic will train you to be a forensic expert.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

As an Electrical Engineer – Electric Utilities Expert, you will:

• Investigate incidents involving design, construction, operation, and maintenance of electrical systems, equipment, and devices.
• Analyze applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, standards of care, and safety aspects.
• Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
• Provide expert testimony.

You will delve into the “why” behind incidents, critically assessing decision‑making, operational practices, and the standard of care. This role offers you a chance to:

• Use your cumulative training, experience, and critical thinking skills.
• Collaborate with highly respected experts.
• Continuously learn and grow.
• Make a tangible difference.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: 15+ years of electrical engineering experience, including experience with electric utilities (investor-owned, public power, and/or cooperatives), design, construction, operation, & maintenance of electrical systems, equipment, & devices; project management experience is a plus.
• Additional Experience a Plus: Supervision of linemen or service technicians helpful.
• Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of federal/state/local laws, rules, regs, codes, standards of care, & safety aspects.
• Skills: Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Aptitude: Strong ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, objective evidence for non-technical audiences.
• Work Style: Approximately 20% travel for inspections; the remainder is focused on analysis and report drafting, working independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Prior forensic experience is not required. We seek professionals eager to apply their deep industry knowledge to a challenging new domain.

You must have a clean background screen, a driver’s license, and the ability to drive.

1570 Fruitville Pike, Ste. 300
Lancaster, PA 17601
United States
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