Remote Forensic Mechanical Engineer | Expert Witness

Rimkus Consulting Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Work From Home

Job summary

Rimkus Consulting Group in Seattle, WA, seeks a Mechanical Engineer with forensic expertise to perform investigations, evaluate injury and property damage claims, and prepare oral and written reports for clients. The role may involve expert testimony in litigation and coordinating field work. Requirements include a B.S.

in Mechanical Engineering (P.E. preferred), 2–10 years of relevant experience, and proven ability to manage field investigations and report findings.

Qualifications

• B.S. Mechanical Engineering degree or higher.
• P.E. license required.
• 2–10 years of experience, including knowledge of machinery and equipment.
• Project Management and/or Field Investigation experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Performs forensic assignments within mechanical engineering based on scope and budget agreed with client.
• Investigates incident causes and determines mechanical/system involvement.
• Inspects sites/equipment; analyzes data; documents conditions; performs CAD-based sketches; oversees lab testing as needed.
• Conducts analyses in industrial safety, accidents, machinery design and failure; supports litigation with expert testimony.
• Initiates, develops and maintains mutually beneficial client relationships.
• Follows safety and OSHA requirements.
• Gathers photographic evidence and documents on-site conditions; reviews historical documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Client communication

MS Office

CAD/engineering software

Technical writing

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

CAD software

Engineering design software

Job description

Rimkus Consulting Group in Seattle, WA, seeks a Mechanical Engineer with forensic expertise to perform investigations, evaluate injury and property damage claims, and prepare oral and written reports for clients. The role may involve expert testimony in litigation and coordinating field work. Requirements include a B.S.

in Mechanical Engineering (P.E. preferred), 2–10 years of relevant experience, and proven ability to manage field investigations and report findings.