Remote Forensic Mechanical Engineer (P.E.) – Expert Witness

Haag Global, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Haag Global, Inc., now part of Salas O’Brien, is seeking an experienced Forensic Mechanical Engineer to work remotely from a US home office. You will investigate root causes and extents of failures in HVAC, MEP, BMS, BAS, fire protection and fire alarm systems.

The role requires PE licensure, 5–10 years in mechanical design/forensic engineering, strong writing and communication skills, and ability to travel regionally/nationally.

Qualifications

• You must be a licensed P.E. in your state of residence or eligible by reciprocity. Additional active licensures in the surrounding states are highly desirable.
• 5-10 years of on‑the‑job experience designing / working with mechanical equipment and systems in a variety of residential, commercial and industrial settings, including HVAC and MEP systems is required.
• At least 5 years of forensic engineering experience is strongly preferred.
• Must be able to work independently and with a cross‑functional team of experts.
• Strong technical writing skills are required; the ability to write effective reports is critical.
• Strong verbal skills are necessary; you should be an effective communicator in face‑to‑face interactions.
• The ability to provide the utmost in customer service to our clients is a must.
• Technical proficiency with computers, phones, cameras, etc. and with industry‑related software applications is necessary.
• Expert witness experience is expected.
• You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or any restrictions.
• CFI (IAAI) and/or CFEI (NAFI) certification(s) are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and evaluate the root cause and extent of failures and damage to HVAC and MEP systems, building management systems (BMS), building automation systems (BAS), fire protection and fire alarm systems, and assess various other types of mechanical failures.

Skills

PE licensure

Forensic engineering

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Customer service

Cross-functional teamwork

Computers/industry software

Expert witness

Work authorization in US

CFI/IAAI or CFEI certifications

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. Mechanical Engineering

M.S. Mechanical Engineering (desirable)

Job description

Haag Global, Inc., now part of Salas O’Brien, is seeking an experienced Forensic Mechanical Engineer to work remotely from a US home office. You will investigate root causes and extents of failures in HVAC, MEP, BMS, BAS, fire protection and fire alarm systems.

The role requires PE licensure, 5–10 years in mechanical design/forensic engineering, strong writing and communication skills, and ability to travel regionally/nationally.