Senior Consultant (Mechanics)

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Full Time Anaheim, Anaheim, CA, US 4 days ago Requisition ID: 1429 Salary Range: $120,000.00 To $180,000.00 Annually Compensation will be made up of a competitive base salary as well as bonus potential determined by your own individual performance and the performance of the organization overall. About ESi Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi) is a multidisciplinary engineering and scientific investigation and failure analysis firm. We primarily work with law firms, insurance companies, and manufacturers on small to large-scale projects to answer any technical questions they have. As a firm, our projects can entail investigating major transportation accidents, equipment failures, personal injury claims, and damage to residential or commercial structures. In many cases, we provide structural design services for repairs and retrofits to damaged or otherwise deficient residential, commercial, and industrial structures. The variety and depth of our project work creates a variety of fulfilling roles at ESi. Some of the benefits we can offer you! Professional Development investment Life Insurance/Voluntary Life Insurance/Universal Life Insurance 401k with employer match Merit Bonus Annual Bonus Flexible Time Off (FTO) – encouraged to take at least 20 days of paid time off/year Pet Insurance Work/Life Balance 10 paid holidays (9 standard holidays and 1 floating holiday) Access to OnePass – provides unlimited access to a nationwide network of gyms Wellness Reimbursement 30-minute fitness break available in addition to 1-hour lunch break Business casual dress code and positive working environment Continuing education opportunities About This Role Mechanical engineer with proven expertise in complex, industrial-scale mechanical infrastructure and production systems, as well as a demonstrated track record of producing technically rigorous and high‑quality work products. This consulting role requires excellent communication and writing skills, proficiency in project management, and an entrepreneurial mindset. The candidate will plan, direct, and coordinate activities for both large‑ and small‑scale client projects involving mechanical engineering issues and related technical subjects in support of industrial consulting projects, insurance investigations, and litigation analysis and support. The successful candidate is willing to develop into a leading expert in their field of specialization and to lead other staff. The candidate ensures that project goals and objectives are accomplished within the prescribed schedule and budget by performing and/or directing the following duties. Key Responsibilities Reviews and formulates project proposals or plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, technical approach, staffing requirements, and allocation of available resources across project phases. Leads multidisciplinary teams in conducting forensic investigations for legal, insurance, and other clients. Establishes a work plan and staffing requirements for each project phase and arranges the assignment of project personnel. Develops and participates in business development activities. Conducts and directs field investigations as needed. Performs engineering analysis, calculations, and research. Prepares technical reports and provides professional opinions and advice to clients or other stakeholders. Leads project personnel to provide technical advice and resolutions. Testifies in court or arbitral hearings and provides deposition testimony, as required. Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Science/Applied Mechanics, Engineering Mechanics, Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, or a related engineering field. Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited university is preferred. Certifications Required Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain licensure. Experience Requirements Demonstrated technical mastery in one or more of the following disciplines: power and process systems; building mechanical systems; oil and gas facilities (upstream, midstream, or downstream); or machine design. Experience evaluating technologies, manufacturing operations, processes, and product designs. Design or standard-of-care experience within the field of expertise is a plus. Knowledgeable in subject‑matter‑relevant analytical or experimental techniques. Experience and familiarity with FMEA, PHA, HAZOP, MTBF, reliability analysis, root‑cause analysis, fault tree analysis, event tree analysis, and uncertainty analyses are preferred. A track record of building a book of business in engineering consulting is preferred. Demonstrated thought leadership through publications, technical presentations, or professional society/technical committee work is preferred. Skills Required Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent technical and critical‑thinking skills. A team player who actively engages others in accomplishing project work and office goals, both within their home office and across ESi offices. Ability and desire to progress toward becoming a principal consultant within the firm. Computer Skills Required Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to work with subject‑matter experts in computational platforms. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and sit. Site inspections may require that employees stand, walk, carry tools, and/or work from an elevated position for extended periods of time. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Noise levels at project sites are variable and may be loud enough to require hearing protection. To all recruitment agencies: ESi does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of ESi without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of ESi. Please, no phone calls or emails. It is the policy of ESi, as an equal opportunity employer, to attract and retain the best qualified individuals available, without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. ESi is committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting people with disabilities, as well as veterans. If you need assistance with completing the electronic application, please email your request to View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Engineering Systems Inc