Forensic Electrical Engineer & Technical Lead, US
About The Position
At Haag, a Salas O’Brien company, we’ve been a trusted leader in forensic engineering and consulting since 1924, helping clients solve complex, high-stakes problems when it matters most. We’re known for technical excellence, integrity, and clear, defensible conclusions. We’re equally committed to building a career environment where talented engineers can do their best work, grow their expertise, and make a real impact. In June 2024, Haag merged with Salas O’Brien, expanding what’s possible for our team. Haag remains focused on forensic engineering, and we now offer the added strength of a broader, employee-owned organization. This brings deeper technical resources, expanded collaboration, and more opportunities to build your career across a wide range of disciplines and industries. Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We are engineered for impact, and we bring that same commitment to our people as we do to our projects. We live our values every day: Inspire, Achieve, and Connect, as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for energy, manufacturing and industrial process, data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to deliver outstanding client outcomes and build long-term careers. This role requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise, ability to mentor and grow staff, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience with electrical systems design or analysis.
- Minimum 5 years in forensic engineering.
- Proven experience in electrical failure investigations, fire, and explosion analysis.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills.
- Ability to travel regionally and nationally.
- Proficiency with industry software and tools.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
Nice To Haves
- Expert witness experience strongly preferred.
- Certifications such as CFEI (NAFI), CFI preferred.
- NCEES Record preferred for multi-state licensing.
- Multi-state licensure preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serve as technical lead on all forensic electrical investigations.
- Direct root cause analysis and damage assessments for electrical systems and components.
- Provide expert guidance and mentoring to engineers and consultants.
- Author detailed forensic reports and ensure technical accuracy.
- Deliver expert witness testimony in depositions and trials.
- Collaborate with internal teams and clients to define scope and deliverables.
- Maintain high standards for safety and quality during field inspections.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Identify opportunities to grow service offerings.
- Support proposal development and client presentations.
- Provide technical input for marketing materials and campaigns.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance is available.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
