Senior Mechanical Engineer – Forensic & Failure Analysis

Madsen Associates; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

ESOP participation

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid vacation

Job summary

Madsen Associates is seeking a highly motivated mid-to-senior level licensed Professional Engineer for forensic engineering work across residential, commercial, and industrial facilities. Expertise in mechanical systems, failure cause & origin analysis, and technical reporting is essential.

Responsibilities include field documentation, code-based repair scope, client communication, and travel as needed. Requires NJ PE license, ABET-BS in Mechanical Engineering, and 10+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum 10 years mechanical engineering experience in design or related field.
• New Jersey Licensed Professional Engineer (NCEES) or ability to obtain; multi-state registrations a plus.
• Knowledge of national building/construction codes (ICC) and mechanical systems (HVAC, boilers, fire protection).
• Strong written and oral communication; litigation support experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Fieldwork to document as-built conditions and damage to mechanical systems.
• Establish repair scope and cause/origin analyses using codes and technical knowledge.
• Evaluate design drawings and documentation.
• Communicate with clients, authorities, and contractors; prepare detailed reports.
• Manage multiple projects, on-time and within budget.
• Develop client relationships and travel as needed.

Skills

Professional Engineer

Forensic engineering

Fieldwork

Technical reporting

Client communication

Travel willingness

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

NJ Professional Engineer license or eligible

Job description

Madsen Associates is seeking a highly motivated mid-to-senior level licensed Professional Engineer for forensic engineering work across residential, commercial, and industrial facilities. Expertise in mechanical systems, failure cause & origin analysis, and technical reporting is essential.

Responsibilities include field documentation, code-based repair scope, client communication, and travel as needed. Requires NJ PE license, ABET-BS in Mechanical Engineering, and 10+ years of experience.