Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking to add a highly-motivated mid-to-senior level licensed Professional Engineer to our team of multi-disciplinary licensed engineers. The individual will have knowledge in the behavior of mechanical equipment and building/process systems and their components for use in forensic engineering relating to residential, commercial, industrial facilities, marine and inland structures. Experience in performing failure cause & origin analysis on building systems, authoring technical reports, and construction litigation is desired.

Mechanical equipment and systems types include, but are not limited to: HVAC systems, boilers, industrial gas systems, plumbing systems, machinery & process equipment, fire protection systems, etc.

Responsibilities and

Duties include:

* Fieldwork to document as-built conditions and damage to mechanical systems as a result of natural (wind, water, fire, earth movement, etc.) and/or human-induced origins (design, construction errors/omissions and product defects). Natural events can include large catastrophes such as regional floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, fires and earthquakes.

* Utilize building codes, technical knowledge of mechanical systems and understanding of construction practices to establish repair scope recommendations as well as cause and origin analyses.

* Evaluate design drawings and documentation.

* Communicate with Clients, interface with code officials and contractors and provide detailed reports.

* Manage multiple project assignments, executing them on time and within budget.

* Retention and development of Client relationships.

* Willing to travel, as needed, on short notice at times.

Education and Experience requirements:

* Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program required.

* Minimum 10 Years Mechanical Engineering experience in design or other background that promotes an understanding of mechanical systems.

* State of Texas Licensed Professional Engineer through NCEES examination. Multiple state registrations (or ability to obtain) a plus.

* Knowledge of national building and construction codes (ICC, etc.)

* Knowledge and experience of mechanical engineering concepts, principles and practices including HVAC, Boilers and fire protection systems.

* Knowledge of multiple types of construction, a plus.

* Knowledge of estimating mechanical equipment designs and installations, a plus.

* Field experience.

* Strong written and oral communication skills.

* Experience in providing litigation support including expert testimony at depositions and/or trial, mediation and arbitration proceedings, desirable.

Compensation: $100k - $170k

MKA offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and benefits program including a generous 401K match, ESOP participation, medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and have a good driving record.