Mechanical Engineer, P.E. - Senior Forensic Consultant
Apply locations: Orlando, FL; Winter Haven, FL; St Petersburg, FL; Tampa, FL; Clearwater, FL
Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R51391
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IF YOU CARE, THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE
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. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting.
Seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with expertise in commercial, residential and industrial mechanical systems and failure analysis . Assesses and determines cause of mechanical failures of equipment , HVAC systems, plumbing, piping, boilers, chillers, heavy equipment, fire loss and explosions, fire protection systems, and industrial machinery.
This remote role working from a home-based office requires working in a variety of environments and a combination of travel (local or regional). Prefer candidate reside in greater Orlando, Tampa, Clearwater, St Petersburg, Winter Haven, or Melbourne 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.
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 engineering from an accredited college or university.
- Requires a Professional Engineering (PE) license, minimum required for resident state (FL). Prefer multi-state licensing and/or active NCEES Record.
- Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.
Taking Care of You:
- Craves cutting-edge opportunities
- Supporting meaningful work that promotes critical thinking and problem solving.
- Thrives when allowed flexibility and autonomy
- Strong team and customer service orientation
- Seeks to contribute to a larger purpose
- Craves culture of support, both giving and receiving
- We offer a diverse and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental vision, 401K, PTO and more beginning your first day.
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.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
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