Senior Mechanical Engineer, Forensics Lab & Field Testing

SOCOTEC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC Engineering in Brooklyn, NY seeks a Senior Engineer with 5+ years in laboratory testing for the Forensics Group. You will conduct materials and mechanical testing, field monitoring, and non-destructive evaluations of structures, coordinating tasks and reporting results.

Ideal candidates have advanced degrees and strong communication skills, with PE licensure desirable and a track record in project management and new business development. This is a full-time on-site role in Brooklyn.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Materials or related engineering field with familiarity in mechanical and material testing, instrumentation and data analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with mechanical/structural failures, sensor systems, and materials characterization is desirable.
• Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain licensure is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, and conduct standard and custom mechanical and material testing in the laboratory, including tensile, Charpy V-notch, leak/pressure, and long-term durability tests.
• Lead and perform field testing and monitoring, including sensor installation and data acquisition.
• Prepare written test reports with data analysis and interpretation of results.
• Conduct field and site inspections.
• Manage projects, pursue new business opportunities, and communicate with staff, clients and stakeholders.
• Complete duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Materials characterization

Data analysis

Sensor systems

Laboratory testing

Communication

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical/Civil/Materials engineering

Bachelor's degree with relevant experience

Tools

Data acquisition systems

Testing equipment

Job description

SOCOTEC Engineering in Brooklyn, NY seeks a Senior Engineer with 5+ years in laboratory testing for the Forensics Group. You will conduct materials and mechanical testing, field monitoring, and non-destructive evaluations of structures, coordinating tasks and reporting results.

Ideal candidates have advanced degrees and strong communication skills, with PE licensure desirable and a track record in project management and new business development. This is a full-time on-site role in Brooklyn.