Senior Managing Consultant (Mechanics)

About ESi

Engineering Systems Inc. (ESi) is an engineering and scientific investigation and failure analysis firm. We are frequently retained by law firms, insurance companies, and manufacturers to answer complex technical questions on projects ranging from small, focused investigations to large-scale, high-profile losses.

Our work spans a wide range of challenges, including major transportation accidents, equipment and product failures, personal injury claims, and damage to residential, commercial, and industrial structures. The variety, complexity, and real-world impact of our projects create deeply fulfilling and intellectually engaging careers for our consultants.

At ESi, you'll have the opportunity to shape your own path while being supported by a collaborative culture, national expertise, and industry-leading resources.

Why ESi

ESi's Mechanics Practice evaluates the performance of products and systems against engineering standards, supporting investigations, litigation, and advisory work. Using advanced analytical and computational tools, the team delivers insights that enhance safety, reliability, and system performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as a recognized expert within a specific technical discipline, with the ability to develop, support, and defend opinions in litigation and arbitration settings.
• Leads multidisciplinary teams in conducting forensic investigations for legal, insurance, and other clients by providing technical advice and resolution.
• Performs and directs field investigations, tests, engineering analysis, calculations, and research.
• Serves as a testifying expert in depositions, arbitration, and trial settings.
• Makes determinations to accept or decline projects based on relevant variables.
• Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure projects progress on schedule and within the prescribed budget.
• Builds and sustains a book of business, contributing to the growth of ESi's mechanical engineering practice.
• Works with Business Development staff and independently identifies, develops, and secures new client engagements.
• Mentors and develops staff, contributing to the growth of ESi's technical capabilities.

Qualifications

Education / Certifications / Licenses Required

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or an allied discipline from an ABET accredited university required with twelve years of diverse consulting and industry experience; or
• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or an allied discipline, or equivalent, with eight years of relevant professional experience; or
• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or an allied discipline with at least six years of relevant consulting experience.
• Registered Mechanical Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred; at minimum, the ability to become registered.

Experience Required

• Demonstrated depth of expertise within a defined specialty area of mechanical engineering.
• Proven ability to cultivate and sustain an established book of business, contributing to the firm's growth.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with attorneys, insurers, or corporate clients in dispute or investigative contexts.
• Excellent technical and critical thinking skills.
• Seniorlevel consulting experience with a proven record of client development.
• An existing portable book of business and the desire to further grow and expand service offerings within a multidisciplinary organization.

Other Technical & Non-Technical Skills

• Willingness and ability to testify in a court of law or arbitration; prior testifying experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical topics to diverse audiences.
• Ability and interest in growing a forensic engineering practice, including developing new service offerings and client relationships.
• Advanced engineering skills within core areas of expertise (e.g., fluid mechanics, solid mechanics, heat transfer, machine design, manufacturing, maintenance, commissioning, and operation).
• Strong team-oriented work process skills.
• Ability and interest in growing a forensic engineering practice.
• Ability to assemble and lead multidisciplinary teams of professionals.
• Basic understanding of other engineering and technical disciplines for effective collaboration on multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated capacity for revenue generation in a consulting environment.
• Demonstrated ability and desire for career advancement.

What We Can Offer You

We believe great work happens when people feel supported, challenged, and trusted. Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance/Voluntary Life Insurance/Universal Life Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) - encouraged to take 20 days of paid time off/year
• 10 paid holidays (9 standard holidays and 1 floating holiday)
• Work/Life Balance in a collaborative working environment
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Career Growth & Continuing education opportunities

The pay range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of the compensation we expect to offer most candidates for this role. Total compensation includes a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity, with final pay determined by job-related factors such as experience, qualifications, individual performance, and overall company performance.

After internal discussions and market research, the current pay band for this opportunity is $140,000 to $250,000

Physical Demands:

This role requires frequently sitting or standing for extended periods of time and occasionally lifting and/or moving items weighing up to 50 pounds, with infrequent lifting up to 75 pounds. The work regularly requires bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, and maintaining balance. This position frequently requires handling and operating specialized tools and equipment and working in a variety of physical positions, including occasionally accessing tight or confined spaces.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Work Environment:

Work is performed in both office and field environments, including active construction sites, industrial settings, and damaged or compromised structures. The work environment may include exposure to varying noise levels, weather conditions, uneven terrain, and site-specific hazards. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required depending on site conditions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

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.

ESi is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining the most qualified individuals based on merit, experience, and skills. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. In accordance with applicable laws, ESi actively supports the employment of veterans and individuals with disabilities.