Technical Lead – Forensic Electrical Engineering
About The Position
Haag, a Salas O’Brien company and a leader in forensic engineering and consulting since 1924, is seeking a seasoned Forensic Electrical Engineer to take on a Technical Lead role. This position is ideal for professionals located in Houston, TX or Dallas-Fort Worth, TX, with remote work from a home office. You will build, grow, and lead an electrical consulting team completing complex investigations into electrical system failures, fires, and explosions across residential, commercial, and industrial environments. This role requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise, ability to mentor and grow staff, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Requirements
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas or eligible by reciprocity.
- 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.
- Expert witness experience strongly preferred.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Multi-state licensure preferred.
- Certifications such as CFEI (NAFI), CFI preferred.
- NCEES Record preferred for multi-state licensing.
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.
- Work closely with Business Development Managers and the Sales & Marketing team to:
- 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
- competitive salaries
- bonus incentive plans
- robust 401(k) plan
- major medical, dental, and vision health coverage
- company-provided life insurance with AD&D coverage
- health savings account
- short and long-term disability coverages
- legal insurance
- generous vacation pay, sick pay, holiday pay
- stock purchase plan
- collaborative environment supports career advancement
- offers the best professional training in the industry through Haag Education and the Haag Certification program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
