Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
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Keystone Experts + Engineers
OH
Summary
Perform forensic engineering investigations to determine the cause and origin of property damage, including fire, electrical, and mechanical failures. Conduct site evaluations, document findings through photography, and prepare professional reports to support insurance claims or litigation.
Job Description
About the role
We are seeking licensed (PE) Mechanical/Electrical Engineers with experience completing forensic investigations to determine the cause and origin of various site issues; electrical/mechanical fire support, root cause analysis, commissioning and condition assessments correlate and weather-related damage to residential, commercial and industrial properties.
This is a fully remote, part-time, 1099 contracted position.
The ideal candidate will have experience...
- With power surges, lightning strikes, and evaluating of electrical components after a fire or water intrusion event (wiring, control systems, panels, outlets, and appliances/equipment)
- HVAC units – repair vs. replace after storm/hail damage, cause of damage – wind/hail, improper maintenance, improper installation or product defect of boilers, chillers, pumps, plumbing and heating systems.
What you will do:
- Performs engineering failure analysis; specifically, determining cause and of damage, causes and origin of fire, electrocutions and equipment failures.
- Capable of performing site evaluations, field analysis, and assessments that include mechanical, electrical and/or plumbing systems.
- Provide evaluations for failures as a result of hail/wind damage, lightning strike damage, cause of damage – wind/hail, improper maintenance, improper installation or product defect of boilers, chillers, pumps, plumbing and heating systems., freeze events, machinery breakdown, wear and tear, general construction failures, and/or providing general recommendations for remediation and repair.
- Safely access roofs, attics & crawl spaces to photo document areas of interest.
- Identify and interview witnesses and/or other key parties involved.
- Prepare & submit findings and recommendations that can be used to resolve insurance claims or litigation matters.
.What you will bring:
- Active Professional Engineering license(s) required
- Degree in Mechanical/Electrical engineering or similar field
- Well-versed in building materials, codes, construction methods & common modes of failure
- Ability to adhere to tight deadlines
- Availability to readily accept assignments and perform site inspection within 5-7 days
- Tech-savvy across multiple software platforms, tools / equipment & investigative techniques
- Outstanding written & verbal communications skills
- An analytical mind and strong problem-solving ability
Qualifications
- Active Professional Engineering license(s) required
- Degree in Mechanical/Electrical engineering or similar field
- Well-versed in building materials, codes, construction methods & common modes of failure
- Ability to adhere to tight deadlines
- Availability to readily accept assignments and perform site inspection within 5-7 days
- Tech-savvy across multiple software platforms, tools / equipment & investigative techniques
- Outstanding written & verbal communications skills
- An analytical mind and strong problem-solving ability
Headquartered in Colorado with a nationwide reach, Keystone Experts and Engineers is a premier forensic firm specializing in commercial and residential structures. To provide our clients with a truly comprehensive suite of forensic services, the Keystone family now includes Semke Forensic and Pyr-Tech.
Our expanded organization maintains a strategic, multi-disciplined national base of experts, giving us the unique ability to handle daily volume while scaling instantly for large-scale weather events. Whether through Keystone, Semke, or Pyr-Tech, our turnaround times remain the fastest in the industry.
The Keystone Family of Brands:
Keystone Experts + Engineers: Rapid-response forensic engineering and structural evaluations.
Semke Forensic: Specialized engineering and multi-disciplinary technical failure analysis.
Pyr-Tech: Expert fire and explosion origin and cause investigations.
Keystone’s Streamlined Solution: We have developed a unified approach centering on the customer experience. Submitting a request is simple, response times are immediate, and our technical findings are delivered through efficient, high-quality reports.
Robust Network: "On-demand" experts and engineers nationwide.
Efficiency: Industry-leading turnaround times even during peak demand.
Expertise: Deep bench of multi-disciplined specialists across three brands.
Service: Continuous communication and cost-effective reporting.
Our Company Philosophy: Keystone’s mission is to provide a level of commitment that goes beyond industry standards. We proactively utilize the highly-experienced talent within Keystone, Semke, and Pyr-Tech to deliver technical, fact-based reports that our clients rely on to meet their critical timelines.
Core Values:
- Agility
- Customer-Centered
- Dedication
- Knowledge
- Relationships
- Respect
Founded
2015
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Civil Engineering
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Castle Rock, Colorado
Headquartered in Colorado with a nationwide reach, Keystone Experts and Engineers is a premier forensic firm specializing in commercial and residential structures. To provide our clients with a truly comprehensive suite of forensic services, the Keystone family now includes Semke Forensic and Pyr-Tech.
Our expanded organization maintains a strategic, multi-disciplined national base of experts, giving us the unique ability to handle daily volume while scaling instantly for large-scale weather events. Whether through Keystone, Semke, or Pyr-Tech, our turnaround times remain the fastest in the industry.
The Keystone Family of Brands:
Keystone Experts + Engineers: Rapid-response forensic engineering and structural evaluations.
Semke Forensic: Specialized engineering and multi-disciplinary technical failure analysis.
Pyr-Tech: Expert fire and explosion origin and cause investigations.
Keystone’s Streamlined Solution: We have developed a unified approach centering on the customer experience. Submitting a request is simple, response times are immediate, and our technical findings are delivered through efficient, high-quality reports.
Robust Network: "On-demand" experts and engineers nationwide.
Efficiency: Industry-leading turnaround times even during peak demand.
Expertise: Deep bench of multi-disciplined specialists across three brands.
Service: Continuous communication and cost-effective reporting.
Our Company Philosophy: Keystone’s mission is to provide a level of commitment that goes beyond industry standards. We proactively utilize the highly-experienced talent within Keystone, Semke, and Pyr-Tech to deliver technical, fact-based reports that our clients rely on to meet their critical timelines.
Core Values:
- Agility
- Customer-Centered
- Dedication
- Knowledge
- Relationships
- Respect
Founded
2015
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Civil Engineering
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Castle Rock, Colorado
