Senior Consultant (Mechanics)

Engineering Systems Inc • Seattle, WA

30d

About The Position

Mechanical engineer with proven expertise in complex, industrial-scale mechanical infrastructure and production systems, as well as a demonstrated track record of producing technically rigorous and high‑quality work products. This consulting role requires excellent communication and writing skills, proficiency in project management, and an entrepreneurial mindset. The candidate will plan, direct, and coordinate activities for both large‑ and small‑scale client projects involving mechanical engineering issues and related technical subjects in support of industrial consulting projects, insurance investigations, and litigation analysis and support. The successful candidate is willing to develop into a leading expert in their field of specialization and to lead other staff. The candidate ensures that project goals and objectives are accomplished within the prescribed schedule and budget by performing and/or directing the following duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Science/Applied Mechanics, Engineering Mechanics, Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, or a related engineering field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain licensure.
• Demonstrated technical mastery in one or more of the following disciplines: power and process systems; building mechanical systems; oil and gas facilities (upstream, midstream, or downstream); or machine design.
• Experience evaluating technologies, manufacturing operations, processes, and product designs.
• Knowledgeable in subject‑matter‑relevant analytical or experimental techniques.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent technical and critical‑thinking skills.
• A team player who actively engages others in accomplishing project work and office goals, both within their home office and across ESi offices.
• Ability and desire to progress toward becoming a principal consultant within the firm.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work with subject‑matter experts in computational platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited university is preferred.
• Design or standard-of-care experience within the field of expertise is a plus.
• Experience and familiarity with FMEA, PHA, HAZOP, MTBF, reliability analysis, root‑cause analysis, fault tree analysis, event tree analysis, and uncertainty analyses are preferred.
• A track record of building a book of business in engineering consulting is preferred.
• Demonstrated thought leadership through publications, technical presentations, or professional society/technical committee work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and formulates project proposals or plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, technical approach, staffing requirements, and allocation of available resources across project phases.
• Leads multidisciplinary teams in conducting forensic investigations for legal, insurance, and other clients.
• Establishes a work plan and staffing requirements for each project phase and arranges the assignment of project personnel.
• Develops and participates in business development activities.
• Conducts and directs field investigations as needed.
• Performs engineering analysis, calculations, and research.
• Prepares technical reports and provides professional opinions and advice to clients or other stakeholders.
• Leads project personnel to provide technical advice and resolutions.
• Testifies in court or arbitral hearings and provides deposition testimony, as required.

Benefits

• Professional Development investment
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance/Voluntary Life Insurance/Universal Life Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Merit Bonus
• Annual Bonus
• Competitive Salary
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) – encouraged to take at least 20 days of paid time off/year
• Career Growth
• Pet Insurance
• Work/Life Balance
• 10 paid holidays (9 standard holidays and 1 floating holiday)
• Access to OnePass – provides unlimited access to a nationwide network of gyms
• Wellness Reimbursement
• 30-minute fitness break available in addition to 1-hour lunch break
• Business casual dress code and positive working environment
• Continuing education opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level