About the Role
The role involves evaluating mechanical failures, conducting site inspections, and preparing detailed technical reports for insurance, legal, and risk management clients.
Responsibilities
- Conduct on-site inspections of mechanical systems and equipment after incidents
- Identify root causes of mechanical failures using engineering principles
- Document findings through photographs, measurements, and field notes
- Perform laboratory analysis of failed components when necessary
- Review design specifications and maintenance records for compliance
- Apply engineering standards to assess performance and safety
- Prepare clear and accurate technical reports summarizing investigations
- Collaborate with other engineers and specialists on complex cases
- Provide expert opinions on equipment operation and failure modes
- Support clients in understanding technical aspects of loss events
- Testify in depositions or legal proceedings when required
- Maintain detailed records of all investigative activities
- Stay current with industry standards and failure analysis methods
- Use diagnostic tools and software for data interpretation
- Assess environmental and operational factors contributing to failures
- Evaluate adherence to manufacturing and installation guidelines
- Communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders effectively
- Participate in peer reviews of technical conclusions
- Manage multiple assignments with competing deadlines
- Ensure all work meets professional and ethical standards
- Support business development through technical credibility
- Conduct failure simulations and stress testing as needed
- Recommend corrective actions to prevent future failures
- Work across industrial, commercial, and residential settings
- Respond to urgent field assignments as required
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package offered
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model with field investigations and office collaboration
Team
Part of a multidisciplinary forensic services team supporting complex technical claims
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging cases
- Supportive environment that values engineering integrity and accuracy
- Exposure to cutting-edge forensic investigation technologies
- Professional growth through mentorship and training programs
- Collaborative culture across engineering and scientific disciplines
Travel Requirements
- Regular travel to incident sites across the region and nationally
- Field assignments may require overnight stays
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate urgent investigations
- Reimbursement for travel-related expenses
- Safety protocols followed during all site visits
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