Forensic Engineering Associate: Failure Analysis & Testing

Secretariat Advisors LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Secretariat Advisors LLC is seeking a detail-oriented engineer to join our Global Engineering and Scientific consulting practice. You will analyze failures across industries, with a focus on large industrial facilities such as power plants, oil & gas, and chemical plants, to identify root causes and drive safety and performance improvements.

We value strong analytical and reporting skills, experience in forensic analysis, and the ability to collaborate with clients across time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• 1+ years of forensic/root cause analysis experience is a plus.
• Pursuing PE credentials is a plus.
• Excellent report writing skills to complement analytics.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent listening, verbal, written, technical, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on failure analysis investigations.
• Perform laboratory tests.
• Assist with field inspections.
• Assist with client communications in all time zones.
• Perform technical analysis and draft report sections.
• Analyze technical reports and develop rebuttal points.
• Develop positive relationships with colleagues, peers and clients.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills with attention to detail to meet milestones.
• Manage workload to achieve multiple project milestones within schedules and budgets.

Skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Communication

Leadership potential

Travel readiness

MS Office

Engineering software knowledge

Second language

Education

Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering degree

Forensic/root cause analysis experience

PE credentials pursued

Tools

FEA

CFD

MBD

Job description

Secretariat Advisors LLC is seeking a detail-oriented engineer to join our Global Engineering and Scientific consulting practice. You will analyze failures across industries, with a focus on large industrial facilities such as power plants, oil & gas, and chemical plants, to identify root causes and drive safety and performance improvements.

We value strong analytical and reporting skills, experience in forensic analysis, and the ability to collaborate with clients across time zones.