Job Description
Job Description
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities :
- Conduct field investigations and perform failure / accident analysis on incidents including train derailments, pedestrian strikes and vehicular impacts at railroad / highway grade crossings
- Evaluate rolling stock component related failures
- Investigate design, safety and failure of machinery and mechanical systems
- Perform calculations, engineering analysis, computer analyses and simulations and technical reporting
- Provide technical findings and conclusions in laymen's terms, both verbally and in writing
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
- Regular and predictable physical presence in the office
- Long term goal to become testifying expert
- Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
- Regular and predictable presence at work
Position Requirements :
B.S. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering requiredP. E. license preferredSeven years of post-academic engineering work experience preferredStrong written and oral communication skillsComputer skills with spreadsheets, word processing and presentation software is a mustComputer aided drawing skills is a plusExceptional interpersonal and communication skillsPublic speaking experience is a plusPhysical Requirements :
Ability to travel 35% of the timeAbility to maneuver in and around an accident siteAbility to lift 50 lbsAbility to carry equipment to and from job sitesAbility to effectively communicate verbally and in writingAbility to drive in all conditionsAbility to fly on airplanesAbility to effectively communicate with clients and colleaguesAbility to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifactsAbility to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work siteAbility to learn a new industry and obtain required certificationsBenefits :
Extensive training in forensic engineering and technologyMedical, dental, and vison coverage with company match HSA plan401(k) and Roth IRA retirement plans with company matchGenerous vacation and sick leave policy focused on work-life balanceCompany-paid STD, LTD and Life InsuranceTuition Reimbursement programIndustry Leading Bonus programS-E-A places a strong value and priority on diversity, equity and inclusion across the company and is a dedicated equal opportunity employer, evaluating all qualified applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.