[Remote] Forensic Mechanical Engineer, Florida

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Haag, a Salas O’Brien company, is a forensic engineering and consulting firm seeking an experienced Forensic Mechanical Engineer in Florida. The role investigates and evaluates the root causes and extent of failures and damage involving HVAC, MEP, building management, building automation, fire protection, fire alarm, and other mechanical systems while preparing reports and providing expert testimony.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and evaluate the root cause and extent of failures and damage to HVAC and MEP systems, building management systems (BMS), building automation systems (BAS), fire protection and fire alarm systems, and will assess various other types of mechanical failures
• Ability to perform fieldwork, including confined spaces and working at heights
• Must be able to carry ladders and operate required equipment
• Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally by vehicle or plane as needed
• Some overnight travel will be required

Skills

• You must be a licensed P.E. in Florida or eligible by reciprocity
• 5-10 years of on-the-job experience designing / working with mechanical equipment and systems in a variety of residential, commercial and industrial settings, including HVAC and MEP systems is required
• Must be able to work independently and with a cross-functional team of experts
• Strong technical writing skills are required; the ability to write effective reports is critical
• Strong verbal skills are necessary; you should be an effective communicator in face-to-face interactions
• The ability to provide the utmost in customer service to our clients is a must
• Technical proficiency with computers, phones, cameras, etc. and with industry-related software applications is necessary
• Expert witness experience is expected
• You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or any restrictions
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in FL, or eligible by reciprocity
• Ability to perform fieldwork, including confined spaces and working at heights
• Must be able to carry ladders and operate required equipment
• Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally by vehicle or plane as needed
• Some overnight travel will be required
• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university is required
• Remote (home office) – Florida
• At least 5 years of forensic engineering experience is strongly preferred
• CFI (IAAI) and/or CFEI (NAFI) certification(s) are strongly preferred
• Additional active licensures in the surrounding states are highly desirable
• A Master of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering is highly desirable

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support
• Additional, nondiscretionary compensation based on billable productivity above a minimum threshold
• The option to transition to a model based primarily on a higher percentage of the billable rate applied to all billable hours worked

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