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Forensic Mechanical Engineer

Metric Geo
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2025

About the job

Forensic Mechanical Engineer

Location: Houston

Full-Time | Hybrid

A confidential consulting firm is seeking a Forensic Mechanical Engineer to carry out evaluations of building systems, equipment performance, and causation analysis across a range of commercial and industrial properties. This role involves both technical engineering work and investigation-based consulting, with exposure to insurance, legal, and owner-side clients.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct on-site assessments of building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
  • Diagnose failure mechanisms and system performance issues
  • Produce written findings, technical opinions, and repair recommendations
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on project deliverables
  • Oversee small to mid-sized assignments independently with limited oversight
  • Support client relationships and repeat work opportunities

Qualifications

  • PE license required (or ability to obtain via reciprocity)
  • 7 years of MEP engineering experience
  • Design domain knowledge
  • Experience in troubleshooting, diagnostics, system evaluations, or claims-related work
  • Strong analytical and report-writing ability
  • Comfortable working independently in the field as well as in a consulting setting
  • Master’s degree in engineering preferred

What’s Offered

  • Competitive salary with performance incentives
  • Flexible hybrid schedule
  • Career growth within a specialist consulting environment
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • Training and development opportunities

This role is part of a confidential search being conducted on behalf of the hiring firm.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit interest for a discreet discussion.

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