Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc

Mechanical Engineer - Vehicle Accident Reconstructionist

Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc • $70K — $95K *
Tulsa, OK 74133In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
More than 3 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering degree or equivalent from an accredited program.
  • Completed F.E. exam and possess or are on track to obtain P.E. licensure within a year.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with machinery and equipment.
  • Ability to initiate and maintain client relationships effectively.
  • Advanced degrees or additional related experience are a distinct advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Perform forensic engineering assignments per predefined scope and budget.
  • Investigate incidents to identify mechanical failures and their causes.
  • Inspect and analyze sites, equipment, and products to determine damage origins.
  • Conduct comprehensive analyses of machinery design, failures, and materials.
  • Prepare detailed oral and written reports on findings and recommendations.
  • Provide expert opinions and testify in legal settings as necessary.
  • Manage multiple projects and collaborate with other experts as needed.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Robust Retirement Plan options (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance options including Basic and AD&D
  • Generous Paid Time Off for various needs
  • Family Leave policies for both maternity and paternity
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage
  • Opportunities for Training & Development
  • Flexible Work From Home arrangements
Full Job Description
Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Performs forensic assignments within the field of mechanical engineering expertise based on a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work.
  • Investigates how and why an incident occurred and determines whether it was a result of mechanical failure of equipment.
  • Inspects sites/products/equipment; performs analysis of commercial and non-commercial equipment; determines cause and origin of damage; performs mechanical engineering analysis and calculations; prepares sketches as required.
  • Conducts various analyses including, but not limited to, equipment and machinery design and failure; industrial incidents; product failure and liability; and materials analysis.
  • Prepares of oral and written reports to document analysis, extent of loss, associated repair scope, and/or recommended remediation steps.
  • Determines and provides expert opinions. Provides expert testimony in deposition and trial as required.
  • Manages multiple projects and works with other experts as needed.
  • Uses equations, applications, techniques, tools, and resources to analyze issues.
  • Has knowledge of and ability to understand industry and safety standards.
  • Has ability to initiate, develop, and maintain client relationships.
  • Has ability to take technical photographs, conduct investigations, document on-site conditions, oversee testing, and review documentation.

Required Skills and Abilities
  • High level of analytical skill. Work requires continual attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, perform analysis, and draw valid conclusions in accordance with industry practices and the scientific method.
  • Able to interact and communicate with clients both (internal and external.
  • Able to research scientific and technical principles and apply them to specific cases.
  • Able to read, understand, and analyze expert reports.
  • Able to write clearly and coherently, including reports of findings, proposals, general correspondence, budget estimates, and other technical documents.
  • Able to respond to inquiries from internal and external clients efficiently.
  • Capable of effectively presenting information to management, clients, public groups, or others as required.

Required Experience, Education and Certifications:
  • B.S. Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering degree or equivalent from an accredited program.
  • Advanced degrees are highly valued.
  • F.E. exam completed.
  • P.E. licensure or ability to complete PE license within one year.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience, including knowledge of machinery and equipment.
  • Additional experience is a benefit.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable form of transportation required. Local travel by personal vehicle including transportation of tools and instruments is required.

Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel Requirements
  • Physical Demands - Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e. incident sites). Employee is required to stand, walk, sit, climb, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to incident sites. Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting inspections, speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and potentially testify in deposition or trial. Clear vision and depth perception are necessary.
  • Overtime - This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. However, our consultants are able to make their own schedules, and we allow for a large amount of flexibility as long as the clients' needs are met. Occasional odd working hours may be required due to the nature of investigations.
  • Travel Requirements - This position requires up to 25% overnight travel. Most inspections are completed locally.

Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Work From Home

About Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc

Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc is a consulting firm that provides a range of services, including forensic engineering, environmental consulting, and construction consulting. The company works with clients in a variety of industries, including insurance, legal, and construction. Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc is committed to providing high-quality, objective analysis and advice to its clients. The company has a team of experienced professionals who are experts in their respective fields.
Learn more about Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc
Size
500 employees
Industry
Business Services
Founded
1983
* Ladders Estimates

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