Forensic Mechanical Engineer, P.E.

EFI Global; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic team. This remote role offers the chance to investigate and analyze mechanical failures across commercial, residential, and industrial systems. You'll leverage your expertise to provide guidance and leadership on complex engineering assignments, contributing to the company's profitability while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of remote work. With a commitment to quality and customer service, this innovative firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development, making it an ideal place for those who thrive in collaborative environments and are driven to deliver results.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible spending or health savings account

401k and matching

PTO

Disability and life insurance

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Requires a PE license and a BS in Mechanical Engineering.
• Expertise in mechanical systems and failure analysis is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and analyze mechanical failures in various systems.
• Collaborate with experts to document findings and serve as an expert witness.

Skills

Mechanical Systems Design

Failure Analysis

Expert Witness Testimony

Field Investigations

Customer Service Orientation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) License

Job description

The 'Apply with SEEK option' will be utilized for International applicants, mainly Australia. If this does not apply to you please use the 'Apply' option.

IF YOU CARE, THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere. Click here to learn more about EFI Global.

Seeking a Mechanical Engineer with expertise in commercial, residential, or industrial mechanical systems, mechanical equipment, and mechanical component design and failure analysis. This remote role requires working in a variety of environments and a combination of travel (local or regional). Requires P.E. license in resident state.

Prefer candidate reside in greater Chicago area.

Ready for a challenging and rewarding opportunity? Apply now.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To investigate events, systems, devices and/or failures and provide expert opinions; to provide guidance and leadership ethically and scientifically on complex engineering assignments; to contribute to overall profitability of the company through providing expert/engineering consulting services.

Are You An Ideal Candidate?

We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver results, are customer oriented and naturally empathetic.

• Apply your engineering knowledge and experience to investigate and assess complex failures in the context of an energetic, people-focused, entrepreneurial culture.
• Deliver comprehensive engineering analyses to clients who represent virtually every industry and comprise some of the world’s most respected organizations.
• Leverage EFI Global’s broad, global network of experts to both learn from and to share your insights.
• Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service.
• Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work and grow your career.
• Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path.
• Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial, and professional needs.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Conduct field investigations and failure analysis of commercial, residential, and industrial mechanical systems and components. Mechanical failure analysis work includes determining causes of mechanical failures, gas-related fires and explosions, product liability, construction, or design defects, HVAC systems, plumbing and piping systems, industrial machinery, boilers, hydraulics, pumps, compressors, cranes, and/or motor vehicles.
• Inspects losses and loss scenes at residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
• Investigates and assesses damages and evidence due to failures and determines the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support.
• Analyzes and documents the failure analysis and causation of failures.
• Examines and tests evidence in a laboratory setting and researches failure modes, products, installations, and maintenance related to findings.
• Collaborates with other experts to produce detailed reports outlining the origin and cause of losses and damages.
• Serves as an expert witness in court and/or depositions.
• Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for clients.

Education and Licensing:

• Requires Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Requires a Professional Engineering (PE) license, minimum required for resident state. Prefer multi-state licensing and/or active NCEES Record.
• Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

Taking Care of You:

• Craves cutting-edge opportunities.
• Thrives when allowed flexibility and autonomy.
• Strong team and customer service orientation.
• Seeks to contribute to a larger purpose.
• Craves a culture of support, both giving and receiving.

NEXT STEPS:

If your application is selected to advance to the next round, you will receive an e-mail notification or phone call from a recruiter to schedule an initial call. As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $95,000-$120,000. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.