Mechanical Engineer (MEP - Forensic Engineering)

SEA, Ltd; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional certifications and fees

Professional development

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Performance bonus program

Hybrid work after training

Job summary

S-E-A, a forensic engineering firm with over 50 years of experience, is expanding its Dallas office. We seek a senior mechanical engineer to perform field investigations, analyze failures, and prepare professional reports for clients and attorneys.

Ideal candidates have a PE license and at least 8 years of post‑grad experience, with strong writing and communication skills. Occasional travel and potential for hybrid work after training are included.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited mechanical engineering degree required.
• Minimum of 8 years of post-academic work experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.
• Knowledge of gas systems and equipment.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills.
• Public speaking experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and failure/accident analysis on mechanical systems.
• Prepare clear written reports documenting causes, extent of loss, and remediation.
• Develop and maintain client relationships; support client presentations.
• Provide expert testimony in legal proceedings as needed.
• Keep current with professional knowledge through workshops and publications.
• Travel up to 25% and participate in site investigations.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Interpersonal communication

Public speaking

Client relations

Field investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

S-E-A is a forensic engineering firm with over 50 years of experience serving as a neutral, third part subject expert, analyzing technical failures. Our Dallas office is adding due to growth! Our engineers reverse engineer and look for the \"why\" when things fail. If you are curious, have design and/or construction experience and are looking for a subject matter expert role where you put together real world puzzles, this industry aligns with you!

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Conduct field investigations and perform failure and accident analysis on incidents involving all types of mechanical systems including natural gas, boilers, pressure vessels, steam valves, pumps, HVAC systems, plumbing and various mechanical devices and equipment
• Perform field investigations and perform forensic engineering & failure/accident analysis on incidents involving all types of machinery, mechanical equipment and devices including cranes, presses, pressure vessels and hydraulic, pneumatic systems, etc.
• Conduct unbiased investigations for various types of clients
• Responsible for retention and development of client relations
• Prepare oral and written reports in layman's terms that document causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediation.
• Deliver professional presentations, develop client relationships and promote self to client groups
• Ability to support conclusions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
• Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
• Regular and predictable presence at work
• Other related duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required, Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of post-academic work experience
• P. E. registration through testing is required
• Knowledge of gas systems and equipment
• Must possess strong writing skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

• Public speaking experience a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel 25% of the time
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to carry equipment to and from job sites
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to maneuver in and around an accident site
• Ability to drive in all conditions
• Ability to fly on airplanes
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues
• Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
• Ability to handle occasional long workdays and non-traditional hours
• Ability to learn a new industry and obtain required certifications

Benefits:

• Company-funded professional certifications, fees, licenses and dues
• Company-funded professional development
• Paid vacation, sick days and holidays
• Parental leave policy
• Performance bonus program
• Extensive forensic training
• Two medical plans
• Company-funded HSA
• Wellness Rewards program
• Dental & vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid STD, LTD and life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement above the federal rate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Account plans
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Majority of office locations have on-site workout facilities
• Potential for hybrid work arrangement after training

S-E-A places a strong value on employee health and wellness across the company. As part of this commitment, S-E-A offers several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, such as medical, dental and vision plans, company-paid vacation, holiday and sick leave, parental leave, company-funded HSA, an employee assistance program and a wellness rewards program. Additionally, most offices have an on-site workout facility.