Consultant - Electrical Engineer

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Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.

NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement!

Overview

Provides forensic consulting services requiring electrical engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients. Assesses and determines the cause and origin of electrical failures and damages. Provides oral and written reports of findings and when needed, provides expert testimony.

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference!

Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.

NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement!

Overview

Provides forensic consulting services requiring electrical engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients. Assesses and determines the cause and origin of electrical failures and damages. Provides oral and written reports of findings and when needed, provides expert testimony.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs the investigation and analysis within the field of electrical engineering based upon a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work for the purpose of resolving claims and legal matters.

• Preparation of oral and written reports to document the causes of failure, the extent of loss, associated repair scope, and recommended remediation are essential as is providing opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters.

• Manages multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and supporting as needed to produce client reports in a timely manner.

• Ensures that procedure is being followed and checks on safety features of the project during the time it is being completed.

• Uses many different equations, applications, and figures which may include chemical testing applications, drafting and design software, electrical testing devices and equipment, land surveying techniques, and others.

• Follows land use laws and regulations.

• May be required to supervise and/or evaluate the performance of associate team members.

• Ability to initiate, develop and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.
• Ability to initiate, develop and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.
• Includes gathering photographic evidence, conducting investigations to document on-site conditions, overseeing field testing, and reviewing historical documentation.

Required skills and abilities

• Must have high level of analytical skills. Work requires continual attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Must be able to interact and communicate with clients at all levels (e.g. internal and external).

• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including but not limited to, Microsoft Office Applications and computer-assisted engineering and design software.

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical reports or journals, financial reports and legal documents.

• Ability to write scopes-of-work, budget estimates, schedules, reports of findings, proposals, general correspondence, and other technical documents.

• Ability to respond to inquiries from internal and external clients. Capable of effectively presenting information to top management, clients, public groups and/or boards of directors.

• Climb ladders, walk on roofs, enter and work in confined spaces, if applicable. Shovel fire debris, move furniture and other household/ commercial items, if applicable. Operate lifts.

Required experience, education, and certifications

• BS Electrical Engineering

• P.E License is required

• 2-10 years of experience

• Project Management and/or Field Investigation preferred.

• Depending on location, other licenses or certifications may be required.

• Valid driver's license and reliable form of transportation.

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.

Rimkus is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home