Senior Mechanical Engineer Forensic Investigator

Robson Forensic, Inc.; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Robson Forensic is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a strong industrial/manufacturing background to investigate incidents and determine root causes. You will apply decades of plant and process engineering knowledge to real-world cases, producing objective analyses and clear reports.

The role emphasizes forensic application of expertise, with opportunities to provide sworn testimony and contribute to trial readiness. Travel is incidental and supportive mentorship is available.

Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or can obtain licensure within 6 months.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 10+ years of manufacturing and production experience across design, installation, start-up, commissioning, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience with design/specification of industrial equipment and material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Investigate incidents involving equipment, safety products, procedures, material handling, hand tools, and plant layouts.
• Analyze inadequacies in machine guarding, instructions, warnings, or PPE using standards and practices.
• Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
• Provide expert testimony.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Portfolio management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Robson Forensic is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a strong industrial/manufacturing background to investigate incidents and determine root causes. You will apply decades of plant and process engineering knowledge to real-world cases, producing objective analyses and clear reports.

The role emphasizes forensic application of expertise, with opportunities to provide sworn testimony and contribute to trial readiness. Travel is incidental and supportive mentorship is available.