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Mechanical Engineer

W3Global
Jacksonville, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/2/2026
Mechanical Engineer - Forensic Engineering

Jacksonville, FL | On-Site

Full-Time | up to $130,000 Bonuses

Position Overview

An established, nationally recognized forensic engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join its growing team in Jacksonville, FL.

This is an opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to real-world investigations involving vehicle accidents, product failures, workplace incidents, water damage, and product liability cases.

The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving, conducting hands-on investigations, and applying engineering principles outside of a traditional desk-based role. You will work on complex cases that help insurance companies, law firms, manufacturers, and other clients determine the causes of accidents and product failures.

What We Offer

  • Salary: up to $130,000, depending on experience.
  • Quarterly engineering incentive program.
  • Annual discretionary performance bonus.
  • Family health, dental, and vision insurance or medical stipend.
  • 401(k) available upon hire.
  • 12 company-paid holidays.
  • Vacation and personal sick/safe time.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Life and voluntary life insurance.
  • Opportunity to work on diverse, technically challenging investigations.
  • Collaborative environment with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct forensic engineering investigations involving vehicle accidents, product failures, workplace incidents, and property damage.
  • Perform in-depth mechanical engineering analysis to determine the causes of accidents and failures.
  • Conduct on-site investigations, inspections, and testing.
  • Analyze evidence, collect data, and prepare detailed technical reports.
  • Apply engineering principles to help clients resolve insurance claims and litigation matters.
  • Communicate technical findings to clients, attorneys, and other professionals.
  • Occasionally travel locally or overnight to conduct investigations.
  • Manage multiple cases while meeting deadlines and client expectations.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 3-5 years of mechanical engineering experience.
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally for day or overnight investigations.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Vehicle accident reconstruction experience.
  • ACTAR certification.
  • Fire investigation experience or certification.
  • Incident investigation experience.
  • Expert witness or litigation support experience.
  • Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

About The Opportunity

Join a growing forensic engineering consulting firm with multiple offices nationwide and more than 35 years of experience investigating accidents, product failures, and complex engineering matters.

You'll work alongside experienced engineers across several disciplines, utilizing advanced technology and investigative methods to solve challenging cases for some of the nation's largest law firms, insurance companies, and manufacturers.

If you're a Mechanical Engineer looking to apply your technical expertise to meaningful, hands-on investigations, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Salary : $130,000

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