Senior Consultant (Polymers)

Engineering Systems Inc•Seattle, WA

15h

About The Position

An engineer with forensic engineering training and experience in the areas such as plastic product failure analysis, polymer characterization, fractography, mechanical testing, and chemical compatibility testing of polymers. Responsible for execution of technical projects, performing testing using various polymer characterization equipment as well as providing technical reports. Plans and manages technical activities for both large and small-scale client projects supporting industrial consulting, insurance investigations, and litigation analysis. Efficient at accomplishing work within prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing the following duties.

Requirements

Bachelor of Polymer Science/engineering degree or equivalent from accredited institution required.
7+ years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
Proficient at keyboarding to produce written communications and reports in a timely manner.
Strong familiarity application of industry standards, chemical analysis, mechanical testing, and service life predictions of products.
Willingness and ability to actively market self and ESi to outside clients.
Willingness and ability to travel locally and nationally for inspections, client meetings, conferences, etc as needed.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or Ph.D in Polymer Science or related field preferred.
Plumbing and plastic piping industry experience (water & natural gas) preferred.
Professional engineering license, (PE) or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge with technical and modeling software, such as MathCad, Autocad, or similar programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts and directs laboratory analysis using optical microscopes, scanning electron microscope, differential scanning calorimeter (DSC), Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) microscopy, and Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA).
Conducts and directs multi-party field investigation and laboratory testing inspections.
Performs technical analysis, calculations, testing and research.
Prepares technical reports, provides professional opinions and advice for clients, or others.
Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems.
Testifies in court and provides deposition testimony, if requested.
Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of project and arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel.
Confers with project staff to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority.
Directs and coordinates project activities and personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
Reviews, or in some cases formulates status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required.
Conduct technical analysis and investigations pertaining to materials with a focus on polymer science.
Technical evaluations and testing focused on product design, manufacturing, material selection, and chemical compatibility and long- term material properties.
Verbal and written communication with clients, conducts well-developed and well-prepared client presentations.
Coordinates project activities with staff and clients, with proper internal reviews.
Works with Marketing to identify potential clients and strategies to build client base.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Life Insurance/Voluntary Life Insurance/Universal Life Insurance
401k with employer match
Annual Bonus
Flexible Time Off (FTO) – encouraged to take at least 20 days of paid time off/year
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
Career Growth
Professional Development investment
Continuing education opportunities