jsheldllc

Forensic Mechanical Engineer

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At a Glance

Location
Tampa, Florida, United States
Employment
Full-time
Experience
3–5 years
Compensation
salary range for this role is $130,000 -$170,000. Any offered salary range is
Department
Forensic Equipment Consulting
Posted
2026-03-31T12:59:36.229Z

Key Requirements

Required Skills

ExcelPowerPoint

Domain Knowledge

  • Engineering
  • Insurance
  • Legal

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance

edical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401k Match Commuter Benefit A reasonabl

Requirements

A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in evaluating mechanical system and component failures in a commercial or industrial setting is preferred.

Must be able to access and inspect all areas of mechanical and/or electrical equipment

Prolonged periods of standing, bending, kneeling and lifting.

Compensation & Benefits

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed

Flexible Time Off policy

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k Match

Responsibilities

Our engineers routinely perform forensic investigations, provide consultation, and serve as expert witnesses.

Our practice areas include commercial, industrial, manufacturing, and residential property and equipment systems as well as related infrastructure components.

Investigate the cause and origin of failures, damages, or defects in mechanical systems and components within industrial, commercial, and residential sites.

Analyze the failure of mechanical systems, determine the cause of failures, evaluate the quality of construction, and review design and maintenance procedures.

Perform field investigations, lead multi-party examinations and documentation of damaged property.

Research failure modes, code requirements, and provide recommendations for repair and /or replacement as needed.

About the Company

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.