Marine Engineer - Forensic Investigator

MIS Tracking; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Robson Forensic, a national leader in expert witness consulting, seeks a Marine Engineer Forensic Expert with 15+ years of maritime experience to investigate incidents and analyze equipment for both commercial and recreational vessels. You will hold a B.S. in Engineering and can obtain a PE licensure within six months.

A USCG credential is preferred, and travel for inspections is approximately 20%. You will work independently and within a collaborative team, drafting analytical reports and

Qualifications

• PE or EIT licensure with ability to obtain PE in 6 months.
• Engineering degree from an accredited university.
• 15+ years of maritime experience with 10+ years hands-on work.
• USCG credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate incidents in commercial and recreational maritime environments.
• Analyze maritime equipment and procedures for forensic evaluation.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports and testimony.
• Collaborate with a national team of experts and communicate findings clearly.

Skills

PE or EIT licensure

Excellent technical and analytical

Strong written and verbal comms

Willingness to travel

Education

Engineering degree (ABET)

Job description

# Marine Engineer - Forensic InvestigatorBack to Job ListingsPosted August 8, 2026## Job DescriptionMarine Engineer - Forensic InvestigatorLog In/RegisterPost ResumePost JobMaritimeJobs.comJobsResumesBack to Job ListUSAApply Now×Apply InstructionsRobson Forensic is a national leader in expert witness consulting, providing technical expertise across many fields within engineering, architecture, science, and a broad range of specialty disciplines.Employees at Robson Forensic work alongside highly respected experts from both industry and academia. Our forensic experts are engaged in meaningful casework that is consequential to industry and society. Robson Forensic provides a unique working dynamic that blends collaboration and autonomy.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.HOW TO APPLY:If this opportunity meets your expectations for a challenging and rewarding career, and you meet our minimum requirements, please apply at robsonforensic.com/careers and attach your resume and a cover letter outlining your professional background and experience.CloseMarine Engineer - Forensic InvestigatorCategoryEngineer / Naval ArchitectSalaryunpublishedEmployment typeFull TimeExperienceEngineerSkillsLicensure: P.E. license or an E.I.T. license and can obtain P.E. licensure in at least one state within 6 months.Education: Engineering degree from an accredited university.Experience: 15+ years of maritime experience with 10+ years of hands-on work experience.Credential: USCG credential is preferred.Skills: Excellent technical and analytical skills; strong written and verbal communication skills.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.DescriptionYou are a P.E. with a B.S. in Engineering and 15+ years of maritime industry experience. You have a broad understanding of marine engineering and safety.You are already an expert. Robson Forensic will train you to be a forensic expert.As a Marine Engineering Forensic Expert, you will:Investigate incidents in both the commercial maritime industry as well as the recreational boating community.Analyze maritime equipment and procedures, applying your c