Senior Forensic Engineer – McSwain Engineering

McSwain Engineering is a subsidiary of Applied Technical Services. Applied Technical Services, LLC (“ATS” or the “Company”) is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The Company serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today the Company employs nearly 1,600 team members in over 60 locations across the United States.

Our purpose is to create a safe and reliable world and our mission is to deliver assurance through precise technical and professional services.

We are currently seeking experienced Mechanical or Materials Senior Forensic Engineers for an ATS subsidiary company, McSwain Engineering in Pensacola, FL.

• Investigates the cause and origin of failures, damages or defects in the mechanical or materials fields. Analyzes failures determines the cause of failures, evaluates the quality of manufacture or reviews design and/or maintenance procedures
• Prepares accurate, clear, thorough, and concise reports and letters outlining the cause and origin of the damages to clients. Follows established policies, procedures, and processes in preparing information, exercising sound judgment in applying these to potentially unusual or complicated situations, submits reports and documents in a timely manner and in accordance with client’s standards and expectations
• Stays abreast of office and company policies, procedures, and practices; participates in ongoing training and development as assigned or approved to assure knowledge and skills remain current and comprehensive
• Functions as an effective member of the team, assisting co-workers as needed and learning from colleagues and supervisors; supports the goals of the department, division, and organization; participates in special assignments and activities as required or approved; demonstrates initiative in the interest of the client and the organization
• Adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local laws as well as applicable regulations and standards
• Establishes trusted working relationship with clients and interacts socially at mixed engagements with clients

Requirements:

• BS in Mechanical or Materials Engineering or a closely related field. Master’s or PhD in Mechanical or Materials Engineering highly preferred.
• Professional Engineer registration
• 5+ years of work experience as a Forensic Engineer
• Ability to work as part of a team but also exhibit a high level of autonomy
• Capable of managing complex projects
• Capable of managing personnel across different specialties in support of projects
• Attention to details and organizational skills
• A personal temperament that will allow functionality within the legal definition of “expert”
• Ability and willingness to travel as required for investigations and to meet with legal and insurance clients

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability
Applied Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination due to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established by law.