Forensic Electrical Engineer

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🔥 19 hours ago

🤠 Texas – Remote

🤠 Texas – Remote

💵 $120k - $170k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🔋 Electrical Engineer

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Salas O'Brien

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1001 - 5000 employees

💼 Consulting

🏗️ Construction

🏥 Healthcare

Consulting • Construction • Healthcare

Salas O'Brien is a multidisciplinary engineering and design firm delivering MEP, structural, civil, energy and resiliency, process engineering, digital automation, and sustainability and forensic consulting for buildings, industrial facilities, and infrastructure. The firm specializes in advanced energy and renewables, decarbonization strategy, microgrids, energy optimization, and integrated facility design and commissioning, serving institutional, healthcare, education, data center, aerospace, and manufacturing clients. Salas O'Brien focuses on sustainable, resilient solutions and technical project delivery for other organizations and public-sector partners.

📋 Description

• Conduct field inspections to determine the origin, cause, and extent of electrical failures, including fires, explosions, and system malfunctions • Investigate and evaluate the root cause and extent of failures and damage involving electrical systems, components, and devices • Develop clear, well-supported conclusions and produce comprehensive technical reports and documentation • Provide timely, professional updates to clients, attorneys, insurers, and internal stakeholders • Manage client expectations and maintain strong relationships • Work independently from a home office while leveraging internal expertise and resources across disciplines • Drive investigations through completion and ensure high-quality deliverables meet client expectations and industry standards • Contribute ideas to enhance processes, tools, and technical approaches to improve client outcomes

🎯 Requirements

• 5–10 years of experience working with or designing electrical systems • Forensic engineering experience strongly preferred • Experience investigating electrical failures, fires, or explosions • Expert witness experience, including depositions and trial testimony, preferred • Strong technical writing skills and ability to produce clear, defensible reports • Strong verbal communication and client service skills • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment • Proficiency with technical tools, including computers, cameras, and engineering software • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required • Additional state licenses or ability to obtain via reciprocity preferred • CFEI (NAFI), CFI, or related certifications preferred • NCEES Record preferred • Ability to perform field investigations in confined spaces, rooftops, and industrial environments • Ability to transport equipment and conduct site assessments safely • Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally as needed, including occasional overnight travel • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university required

🏖️ Benefits

• Additional nondiscretionary compensation tied to billable productivity • Opportunity to transition to a productivity-based compensation model over time • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with company match • Paid time off and company holidays • Life, disability, and AD&D coverage • Health savings account and wellness resources • Professional development and training through Haag Education and Certification programs