Lead Forensic Electrical Engineer & Expert Witness

HKA; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA seeks an experienced Forensic Electrical Engineer to lead investigations, develop expert opinions, and prepare reports for complex claims, arbitration, and litigation. You will work on power systems, renewables, data centers, and critical infrastructure with autonomy in a small, prestigious team.

You will collaborate with top experts, travel regularly for site inspections, depositions, and trials, and directly support attorneys and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Expert witness experience in court/trials with report prep and attorney collaboration.
• 10+ years in Electrical Engineering including forensic consulting and project management.
• Experience investigating electrical failures and complex disputes.
• Strong expertise in electrical power systems, distribution, controls, I&C, and failure analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for legal audiences.
• Ability to travel regularly, including short-notice trips.

Responsibilities

• Analyze electrical systems, failures, construction issues, and deficiencies.
• Conduct forensic investigations and root-cause analyses of power/equipment.
• Develop independent technical findings and expert opinions.
• Prepare forensic and expert-witness reports.
• Support attorneys, insurers, and clients in disputes and litigation.
• Review designs, docs, records, and industry standards.
• Testify in mediation, deposition, arbitration, and trial.
• Communicate complex results clearly to diverse audiences.

Skills

Expert witness experience

Active PE license

10+ years electrical engineering

Forensic investigations

Report writing & presenting to legal

Power systems & control expertise

Strong communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

HKA seeks an experienced Forensic Electrical Engineer to lead investigations, develop expert opinions, and prepare reports for complex claims, arbitration, and litigation. You will work on power systems, renewables, data centers, and critical infrastructure with autonomy in a small, prestigious team.

You will collaborate with top experts, travel regularly for site inspections, depositions, and trials, and directly support attorneys and clients.