MEP FORENSICS ENGINEER (Project Associate)

MILROSE CONSULTANTS LLC•New York, NY

7d•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Associate (PA), MEP Forensics Engineer, supports forensic investigations and condition assessments involving building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems. Working under the guidance of Directors and Project Managers, this role performs engineering evaluations of existing building systems to identify deficiencies, diagnose performance issues, assess code compliance, and develop practical repair, replacement, and upgrade solutions. Responsibilities include field investigations, root-cause analyses, technical reporting, and the assessment of system components such as HVAC equipment, boilers, chillers, plumbing, and piping systems. This position is ideal for an early-career MEP engineer seeking hands-on experience evaluating, diagnosing, and developing solutions for complex building systems.

Requirements

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Building Systems Engineering, or related MEP Engineering discipline
1-5 years of experience in MEP engineering, forensic engineering, building systems consulting, facility assessments, commissioning, design engineering, or a related field
Knowledge of building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems
Ability to evaluate and troubleshoot building system deficiencies and performance issues
Familiarity with HVAC equipment, boilers, chillers, plumbing systems, piping systems, pumps, and related building infrastructure
Understanding of engineering analysis, system assessments, and technical problem solving
Knowledge of applicable building codes, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare technical reports and documentation
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
NYC Department of Buildings recognized Supported Scaffold User and Suspended Scaffold User certifications (HLZAE will provide training, if required).

Nice To Haves

Experience performing MEP condition assessments, forensic investigations, commissioning, or facility condition assessments
Familiarity with NYC Building Codes, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, Energy Code, and applicable industry standards
Progress toward PE licensure
Experience preparing engineering calculations, system evaluations, or technical recommendations for repair, replacement, or capital improvement projects

Responsibilities

Support forensic investigations, physical condition assessments, and failure analyses of building MEP systems, including HVAC equipment, boilers, chillers, plumbing, piping, electrical, and fire protection systems.
Assist in evaluating existing MEP systems to identify deficiencies, performance issues, operational failures, code compliance concerns, and remaining useful life.
Participate in field investigations and inspections to document existing conditions, collect data, diagnose system issues, and support the development of repair, replacement, or upgrade recommendations.
Prepare technical reports, assessment findings, and other project documentation that clearly communicate observations, analyses, and recommended solutions.
Assist with code reviews and compliance assessments involving NYC Building Codes, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, Energy Code, Fire Code, and other applicable regulations.
Perform and participate in field inspections requiring roof access, mechanical spaces, sub-grade areas (basements/crawl spaces), supported scaffold inspections, suspended scaffold inspections, and other challenging site conditions.
Collaborate with project teams, clients, architects, and engineers while effectively managing priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.