POSITION SPECIFICATION

Position Forensic Mechanical Engineer- REMOTE

(remote but need to be located in the Central US to travel to project sites)

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Observation/Inspection of losses possibly caused by mechanical system failures

• Collect and examine data at the site of a loss

• Consult relevant codes, standards, and regulations

• Document evidence and other investigation findings

• Ability to photograph damage and evidence related to fires, explosions, or other losses

• Determine and conduct appropriate tests and data acquisition of exemplar and artifacts in the field and in laboratories

• Conduct laboratory-based examinations

• Provide system failure analyses

• Research and write expert reports

• Interview witnesses, property owners, and building occupants to obtain information during an investigation

• Testify in court cases involving investigated losses

• Travel as needed

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Understanding of the scientific method and the ability to apply it to a loss investigation

• Remain current in the subjects listed as ‘requisite knowledge’ as related to fire investigations in NFPA 1033

• Able to navigate fire and explosion scenes, crawl, climb, use ladders

• Able to obtain and maintain appropriate PPE certifications

• Ability to analyze the site of a loss and develop a list of possible failures

• Knowledge of mechanical systems

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering is required. Professional Engineering Registration is required. A minimum of 4-6 years of relevant investigative experience is preferred.