Forensic Mechanical Engineer, P.E.

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Mechanical Engineer, where your expertise in mechanical systems and failure analysis will be crucial. This remote role offers flexibility and the chance to work in diverse environments while contributing to impactful engineering solutions. You will investigate complex failures, provide expert opinions, and collaborate with a global network of professionals. With a focus on professional development and a supportive culture, this opportunity is perfect for those seeking to make a difference in the engineering field. If you are ready for a rewarding challenge, this is the place for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Matching

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Qualifications

• Requires a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and a PE license.
• Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and failure analysis of mechanical systems.
• Document and analyze failures for insurance and litigation support.
• Serve as an expert witness in court.

Skills

Mechanical Systems

Failure Analysis

Expert Witness Testimony

HVAC Systems

Plumbing Systems

Industrial Machinery

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.

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 working from a home based 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, boilers, 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 research 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 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.