Fire Protection Mechanical Engineer (Forensic Engineering)
18 Days Old
S-E-A, a nationally recognized forensic engineering firm with over 50 years of experience, is adding to our Chicago (Rolling Meadows) office! We work with top law firms, insurance companies and manufacturers to investigate the "why" when things fail and injuries occur. We are ideally seeking an experienced mechanical/fire protection engineer to round of our team. This is a unique opportunity to expand technical acumen in a new industry. Come see how to Be Better at SEA, Ltd.!
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Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
Investigate residential, commercial and industrial fires that may involve fire protection or life safety systems including water-based fire sprinkler systems (wet, dry and pre-action) commercial kitchen fire protection and exhaust systems, special hazard fire suppression systems (gaseous, chemical and foam systems), fire detection and alarm systems and residential smoke alarms
Conduct field investigations and perform forensic engineering & failure/accident analysis on incidents involving various fire protection systems
Conduct post-accident evaluations involving fire-spread and means of egress
Consult with clients regarding applicable building and life safety codes
Conduct unbiased investigations for various clients
Responsible for retention and development of client relationships
Provide technical findings and conclusions in layman's terms, both verbally and in written reports
Support conclusions by appropriate testimony in legal proceedings
Deliver professional presentations, develop client relationships and promote self to client groups
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Position Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering required;
Master's degree in Fire Protection Engineering preferred
P. E. registration or ability to obtain
IAAI-CFI or CFEI certifications or ability to obtain
Fire Investigation experience or desire to learn a must
Knowledge of fire protection systems, building construction and relevant codes
Experience with fire modeling a plus
Minimum of 5 years of fire protection engineering industry experience
Forensic experience/exposure a plus
Exceptional interpersonal, communication and writing skills
Physical Requirements Ability to travel 25% of the time
Ability to maneuver in and around an accident site
Ability to lift 40 lbs.
Ability to drive to site locations at unpredictable times
Ability to travel by airline
Ability to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
Benefits:
Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation, sick days and holidays
Company-paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Flexplace policy following first 12 months of employment
Bonus program
Extensive forensic training
SEA places a strong value and priority on diversity, equity and inclusion across the company. We believe these values result in a more enriched work environment for our employees and allow us to best provide to our clients. SEA is also focused on, and committed to, staff health and wellbeing. We offer several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Program and a Motion Wellness Program that rewards activity through contributions to employee HSA accounts.
- Location:
- Chicago
- Category:
- Government