Forensic Electrical Engineer Consultant

Company: Jobot
Location: Hayward
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Pat Carey
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Salary: $125,000 - $175,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our clients diverse professionals offer a broad perspective on the issues you face, along with attention to detail and strong ethical standards. Our client is home to some of the nation's leading experts in transportation, construction, property, premises liability, product liability, professional liability, and failures arising from mechanical, electrical, or plumbing and vehicle accidents.

Why join us?

Very competitive pay
401K
PTO
Vacation
Health Benefits
Wellness Plan

Job Details

Job Details
MUST live in Northern or Southern California
We are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide consulting services requiring electrical engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial and other clients.
The candidate will assess and determine the cause and origin of electrical failures and damages, as well as provide oral and written reports of findings and when needed, provide expert testimony.
The candidate may be responsible for project management and technical oversight of multiple projects. Additionally, the candidate will evaluate and review design and field engineering changes, ensure work quality and adherence to specifications, and perform related duties as assigned.
Perform forensic assignments within the field of electrical engineering based upon a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work.
Field Investigations Study and determine the cause and origin of electrical defects and/or damage.
Support fire investigation experts to determine electrical causes.
Produce written forensic reports of findings detailing the cause and origin of electrical defects and/or damage.
Follows land use laws and regulations and ensures compliance with electrical code regulations and standards.
Assists with junior-level engineer mentoring/integration program.
Ability to initiate, develop and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.

Required Education And Certifications
BS Electrical Engineering
5+ years' experience
Electrical Forensic experience a must
Deposition and/or trial experience highly preferred

Physical Demands - Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside field locations (i.e. Client's office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). Employee is frequently required to walk through fire-damaged properties (i.e. commercial and residential) for full and proper assessment of electrical-related damage. Employee is also required to stand, walk on slope roofs, sit, climb ladders, bend, climb inside attics and crawl under homes and tunnels, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employee will be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and testifying in deposition or trial. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.

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