Mechanical Engineer (P.E. License Required) - Jacksonville - Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc.

We are currently seeking to add a Mechanical Engineer (BSME and P.E. License required) for our Jacksonville, Florida office.  In this role, you will assist in the determination of the cause, origin, and extent of mechanical building system and product failures. Duties involve the investigation and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial facilities for the purpose of resolving claims and legal disputes. Assignments may include wet or dry facility mechanical systems investigations, vehicle system failures, and equipment or product failures.

You will also perform vehicle collision reconstruction, including commercial vehicles, conduct engineering and mechanical evaluations, and analysis of automobiles, equipment, and machinery. Prepare oral and written reports that document causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediation. Provide opinions and expert testimony. Other duties include gathering photographic evidence, conducting investigations to document onsite conditions and oversee field-testing.

In return for your talent and effort, we offer our full-time employees the opportunity to work from home, a competitive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), a flexible work schedule, quarterly incentives, and great opportunities for advancement.  Be a part of a growing company!

Candidates from other cities and states will be considered if they have their P.E. License and willing to relocate at their own expense within 30 to 45 minutes from Jacksonville. NCEES is required for out of state candidates.  This is a remote position occasionally reporting to the office in Jacksonville. 

If you are looking for a career that allows you to enjoy a professional yet casual working environment, where the pace is fast, fun, and exhilarating, a place where you have the freedom and opportunity to solve problems and be a significant contributor to our success, we'd like to have a conversation with you.   

Day to day will involve:

• Assisting in the determination of the cause, origin, and extent of mechanical building system and product failures.
• Investigation and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial facilities for the purpose of resolving claims and legal disputes. Assignments may include wet or dry facility mechanical systems investigations, vehicle system failures, and equipment or product failures.
• Performing vehicle collision reconstruction, including commercial vehicles, conducting engineering and mechanical evaluations, and analysis of automobiles, equipment and machinery.
• Preparing oral and written reports that document causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediation.
• Providing opinions and expert testimony.
• Other activities may include gathering photographic evidence, conducting investigations to document onsite conditions and oversee field-testing.

• Must have a BSME Mechanical Engineering
• Must have a P.E. License (out of state candidates must also have their NCEES to gain reciprocity in Florida)
• 5-8 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer 
• Design and/or manufacturing experience needed
• Testifying experience preferred
• Independent judgment; strong analytical skills, can do attitude, excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of MS Office Products
• Project locations vary and will require out of town travel (mostly day trips and up to 10% overnight)
• Good writing skills

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, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.