Senior Consultant

Rimkus

Detroit (MI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Disability insurance

Training & Development

Work From Home

Job summary

Rimkus is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for forensic investigations in Detroit. You will work on complex cases involving machinery, failure analysis, and safety standards, delivering clear reports and expert opinions.

The role requires PE licensure or progress toward it, FE exam completion, and at least 5 years of relevant experience, with up to 25% travel. Join our growth-focused team in a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

B.S. Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering from an accredited program.
FE exam completed; PE licensure or ability to obtain within one year.
Minimum 5 years of experience with machinery and equipment.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; local travel up to 25%.
Strong analytical, communication, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

Perform forensic assignments within mechanical engineering per scope and budget.
Investigate causes of incidents and determine mechanical failure.
Inspect sites/equipment; perform analyses and calculations; document findings.
Prepare oral and written reports; outline extent of loss and remediation steps.
Provide expert opinions and testimony as required.
Manage multiple projects and collaborate with other experts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Client communication

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Research & analysis

Education

B.S. Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering

Advanced degrees valued

FE exam completed

PE licensure or ability to obtain within 1 year

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference! Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in engineering investigation, forensic consulting, failure analysis, and engineering consulting. NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement!

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities

Performs forensic assignments within the field of mechanical engineering expertise based on a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work
Investigates how and why an incident occurred and determines whether it was a result of mechanical failure of equipment
Inspects sites/products/equipment; performs analysis of commercial and non-commercial equipment; determines cause and origin of damage; performs mechanical engineering analysis and calculations; prepares sketches as required
Conducts various analyses including, but not limited to, equipment and machinery design and failure; industrial incidents; product failure and liability; and materials analysis
Prepares of oral and written reports to document analysis, extent of loss, associated repair scope, and/or recommended remediation steps
Determines and provides expert opinions. Provides expert testimony in deposition and trial as required
Manages multiple projects and works with other experts as needed
Uses equations, applications, techniques, tools, and resources to analyze issues
Has knowledge of and ability to understand industry and safety standards
Has ability to initiate, develop, and maintain client relationships
Has ability to take technical photographs, conduct investigations, document on-site conditions, oversee testing, and review documentation

Required Skills And Abilities

High level of analytical skill. Work requires continual attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, perform analysis, and draw valid conclusions in accordance with industry practices and the scientific method
Able to interact and communicate with clients both (internal and external
Able to research scientific and technical principles and apply them to specific cases
Able to read, understand, and analyze expert reports
Able to write clearly and coherently, including reports of findings, proposals, general correspondence, budget estimates, and other technical documents
Able to respond to inquiries from internal and external clients efficiently
Capable of effectively presenting information to management, clients, public groups, or others as required

Required Experience, Education and Certifications:

B.S. Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering degree or equivalent from an accredited program
Advanced degrees are highly valued
F.E. exam completed
P.E. licensure or ability to complete PE license within one year
Minimum 5 years of experience, including knowledge of machinery and equipment
Additional experience is a benefit
Valid driver's license and reliable form of transportation required. Local travel by personal vehicle including transportation of tools and instruments is required

Physical Demands, Overtime, And Travel Requirements

Physical Demands - Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e. incident sites). Employee is required to stand, walk, sit, climb, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to incident sites. Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting inspections, speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and potentially testify in deposition or trial. Clear vision and depth perception are necessary
Overtime - This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. However, our consultants are able to make their own schedules and we allow for a large amount of flexibility as long as the clients' needs are met. Occasional odd working hours may be required due to the nature of investigations
Travel Requirements - This position requires up to 25% overnight travel . Most inspections are completed locally.

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.

Rimkus is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Rimkus works with a limited number of approved recruiting partners. All agency submissions must be made through our designated submission process. Unsolicited resumes will not be recognized.

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