Senior Forensic Engineer - Investigations & Reports

US Diversity Job Search; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vertex Companies, LLC is seeking a Senior Forensic Engineer to lead investigations of mechanical systems, perform code research, and prepare plans for remediation in property loss claims and defect matters.

You will develop detailed work plans, write expert reports, and manage client expectations while contributing to business development through high-quality, timely project delivery and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years of related experience or a Master's degree and 8 years of related experience, and at least 5 years in management capacity.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), with multiple states preferred
• Appropriately credentialed and recognized within areas of technical expertise
• Proven track record of independent work product production, communication, and coordination with clients and assigned Supervisor
• Demonstrated knowledge of technical areas

Responsibilities

• Work Product Creation, Project Management, Coordination with Team Members
• Conduct forensic field inspections into the cause and origin of incidents related to residential and commercial property damage claims and construction or design defect claims
• Research failures attributed to mechanical systems to determine the cause and origin of the incident - HVAC expertise a plus
• Develop a detailed plan for remediation of loss: scope, schedule, budget
• Author expert investigative reports with detailed findings and plans for remediation for senior management review and client presentation
• Ensure client satisfaction by meeting project on-time and on-budget expectations

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Team leadership

Forensic engineering knowledge

Research & analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree + 12 years experience or Master's + 8 years, 5+ in management

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), multiple states preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Vertex Companies, LLC is seeking a Senior Forensic Engineer to lead investigations of mechanical systems, perform code research, and prepare plans for remediation in property loss claims and defect matters.

You will develop detailed work plans, write expert reports, and manage client expectations while contributing to business development through high-quality, timely project delivery and cross-functional collaboration.