Mechanical Electrical Engineer

Keystone Experts + Engineers; United States; Remote; USD 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

Keystone Experts & Engineers is seeking licensed (PE) Mechanical Engineers and/or Electrical Engineers with experience in forensic investigations to determine the cause and origin of site issues and to recommend repairs for HVAC, plumbing, sprinkler and electrical systems from weather-related damage, power surges, lightning strikes, fires, or explosions.

This is a fully remote, part-time, 1099 contract position open for all states across the nation, with immediate work in Colorado, Georgia and

Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineering license(s) required.
• Degree in mechanical and/or electrical engineering.
• Professional knowledge of building materials, codes, construction methods & common modes of failure.
• Ability to access roof, attic and crawl space areas.
• Ability to adhere to tight deadlines.
• Availability to perform site inspections within 5-7 days.
• Ability to use multiple software platforms, tools/equipment & investigative techniques.
• Outstanding written & verbal communications skills.
• An analytical mind and strong problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations of reported damage to buildings to determine causes and contributing factors.
• Collect evidentiary items for future testing and preservation.
• Performance of leak and pressure testing.
• Development of testing protocols and/or attendance of lab exams.
• Performance of electrical testing (insulation testing, continuity testing, etc.).
• Access roofs, attics & crawl spaces to photo document areas of interest.
• Prepare & submit findings and, when required, recommendations for repairs or replacement.

Skills

PE license

Forensic experience

Analytical mind

Site inspection

Electrical testing

Mechanical testing

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering

Degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Investigative equipment

Job description

Keystone Experts & Engineers is seeking licensed (PE) Mechanical Engineers and/or Electrical Engineers with experience completing forensic investigations to determine the cause and origin of various site issues; the damage caused as a result; and a repair or replacement recommendation for the damage to HVAC, plumbing, sprinkler and electrical systems from weather-related damage, power surges, lightning strikes, fires, or explosions. Looking for people specifically in Colorado, Georgia and the Northeast states.

This is a fully remote, part-time, 1099 contract position available for all states across the nation.

Current States with immediate work:

The ideal candidate will have experience...

• performing evaluations of electrical or mechanical systems for residential and/or commercial buildings.
• providing evaluations of reported damage as a result of fires, water intrusion, vehicle or tree impacts, lightning strikes, etc.
• providing a general scope of recommendations for repairs vs. replacement where needed.

What you will do:

• Conduct investigations of reported damage to buildings to determine causes and contributing factors.
• Collect evidentiary items for future testing and preservation.
• Performance of leak and pressure testing
• Development of testing protocols and/or attendance of lab exams
• Performance of electrical testing (insulation testing, continuity testing, etc ...)
• Access roofs, attics & crawl spaces to photo document areas of interest.
• Prepare & submit findings and, when required, recommendations for repairs or replacement.

What you will bring:

• Active Professional Engineering license(s) required
• Degree in mechanical and/or electrical engineering or similar field
• Professional knowledge of building materials, codes, construction methods & common modes of failure
• Ability to access roof, attic and crawl space areas
• Ability to adhere to tight deadlines
• Availability to readily accept assignments and perform site inspection within 5-7 days
• Ability to use multiple software platforms, tools / equipment & investigative techniques
• Outstanding written & verbal communications skills
• An analytical mind and strong problem-solving ability

Who we are:

Keystone Experts & Engineers specializes in forensic engineering, fire and explosion investigations, and building consulting. We have been recognized by the INC. 5000 for four consecutive years (2020-2023) as one of the fastest growing, privately held companies in the US.

Our energetic, dedicated team is focused on providing exceptional service to clients across the country. When disaster strikes, the Keystone goal is to be the first call made by our clients.