Forensic Mechanical Engineer, P.E.

Mechanical Engineer Opportunity At EFI Global

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with expertise in commercial, residential, or industrial mechanical systems, mechanical equipment, and mechanical component design and failure analysis.

This remote role working from a home-based office requires working in a variety of environments and a combination of travel (local or regional). Requires P.E. license in resident state. Prefer candidate reside in greater Chicago area.

Primary Purpose: To investigate events, systems, devices and/or failures and provide expert opinions; to provide guidance and leadership ethically and scientifically on complex engineering assignments; to contribute to overall profitability of the company through providing expert/engineering consulting services.

Are You An Ideal Candidate? We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver results, are customer oriented and naturally empathetic. Apply your engineering knowledge and experience to investigate and assess complex failures in the context of an energetic, people focused, entrepreneurial culture. Deliver comprehensive engineering analyses to clients who represent virtually every industry and comprise some of the world's most respected organizations. Leverage EFI Global's broad, global network of experts to both learn from and to share your insights. Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service. Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work and grow your career. Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path. Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial, and professional needs.

Essential Responsibilities May Include:

• Conduct field investigations and failure analysis of commercial, residential, and industrial mechanical systems and components.
• Inspects losses and loss scenes at residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
• Investigates and assesses damages and evidence due to failures and determines the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support.
• Analyzes and documents the failure analysis and causation of failures.
• Examines and tests evidence in a laboratory setting and research failure modes, products, installations, and maintenance related to findings.
• Collaborates with other experts to produce detailed reports outlining the origin and cause of losses and damages.
• Serves as an expert witness in court and/or depositions.
• Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for clients.

Education and Licensing: Requires Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university. Requires a Professional Engineering (PE) license, minimum required for resident state. Prefer multi-state licensing and/or active NCEES Record. Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

Next Steps: If your application is selected to advance to the next round, you will receive an e-mail notification or phone call from a recruiter to schedule an initial call.

As required by law, EFI Global provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $100,000-$125,000. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.