Electrical Engineer Forensics

COR Partners • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Inspiring People - Impactful Experiences If there was one common theme to describe what our team members get from a career with Envista Forensics, it’s: An Experience. Envista prides itself on being One Company/One Team. Forensic Consulting relies on scientific principles to investigate all types of failures impacting service, people, and business production— from minor to catastrophic. It’s our job to analyze and determine why it happened. We’re always looking for great professionals, in all disciplines and locations – contact us for more information about other opportunities. We’re looking for someone who: Is Passionate. You have a genuine passion to problem solve. Is motivated and cultivates innovation. You’re driven to be the very best. You challenge yourself to grow and learn every day and are encouraged by other team members. Is collaborative. You’re excited to work with others throughout a global organization to help foster a superior workplace and culture. You are constantly thinking of new ways to make Envista successful. Wants to make an impact to drive results. You’re looking to do amazing work. You’re all about helping our clients both internally and externally. Operates with integrity and instills trust. You always conduct yourself with honesty and operate ethically in everything you do. As a Project Electrical Engineer at Envista Forensics, you will play a crucial role in conducting forensic investigations related to electrical incidents and failures. You will work closely with our multidisciplinary team of engineers and experts to determine origin and root causes of accidents, equipment malfunctions, product defects, and other mechanical failure related issues. Your findings will be essential in helping our clients make informed decisions and resolving complex legal and insurance matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent discipline required.
• 5+ years’ experience in electrical engineering field
• PE in state of employment or the ability to obtain one within 12 months
• Willingness to travel to clients’ sites (25-30%); ability to work in inclement weather and various environmental conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with forensic investigation practices and principles is a plus.
• 5 years’ experience evaluating electrical failures in a commercial or industrial setting preferred.
• Power systems experience (generators, transformers, switchgear, etc.) is a plus
• Electro-mechanical experience is desirable.
• Experienced working with lawyers, insurance companies, and adjusters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate electrical failures, defects, or damage in industrial, commercial, and residential settings.
• Determine causes of electrical system failures and assess design/construction quality or maintenance procedures.
• Lead field investigations and document property damage for multi-party examinations.
• Collaborate on large, complex projects within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Research failure modes and provide repair or remediation recommendations; Prepare reports and letters detailing the cause of damage for clients.
• Provide deposition and expert testimony in product liability for civil, federal, and occasional criminal court cases to testify about damages and professional liability.

Benefits

• Envista satisfies the growing demand by insurance claims and legal professionals for a global, multi-disciplinary and highly-skilled, forensic engineering partner.
• Our identity is rooted in our strength in investigation and conveys our global, comprehensive capabilities.
• The nearly 600 professionals, located across 30 offices in seven countries, comprise the Envista team.
• They are leaders in their respective industries and are committed to providing the best possible service through their vast experience, thought leadership, and unparalleled expertise.
• It's the people, our trusted advisors, who make Envista Forensics the world-class organization we are today.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees