Senior Electrical Forensic Engineer

Description Company Description The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a $180M global consulting firm that integrates strategic advisory, project management, and dispute resolution services for organizations facing complex challenges in a world of risk. We embody our core values of embracing lifelong learning, operating with urgency, maximizing value, and driving collaboration to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Join us if you are looking for a career that offers you a chance to love what you do and deliver meaningful impact. Job Description The Senior Forensic Electrical Engineer is responsible for investigating electrical failures, fires, equipment damage, power quality issues, and other electrical-related losses on behalf of insurance carriers, attorneys, corporations, and property owners. This role develops technically sound engineering opinions, prepares expert reports, supports litigation matters, and contributes to the successful execution of forensic consulting assignments. The position requires strong technical expertise, project management skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work product while supporting organizational objectives. Core Responsibilities Work Product Creation, Project Management, Coordination with Team Members Investigate electrical failures, fires, equipment damage, power quality issues, and related losses. Conduct site inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and utility-related incidents. Determine the origin, cause, and extent of electrical failures and losses. Analyze electrical systems including service equipment, switchgear, transformers, generators, motor controls, photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), EV charging infrastructure, and industrial equipment. Perform root cause analyses involving electrical faults, arc events, equipment malfunctions, installation deficiencies, maintenance issues, operational errors, surge events, lightning damage, and utility disturbances. Evaluate compliance with applicable codes, standards, manufacturer requirements, and industry practices. Review electrical plans, specifications, maintenance records, utility records, testing reports, and related documentation. Assess contractor workmanship, design deficiencies, code compliance issues, and construction defects. Develop defensible engineering opinions supported by technical analysis and evidence. Prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports for insurance claims, litigation, and expert witness assignments. Support subrogation investigations and recovery efforts. Serve as a consulting and testifying expert in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial proceedings. Assist attorneys with technical case strategy, discovery review, rebuttal analyses, and demonstrative exhibits. Communicate technical findings effectively to clients, attorneys, judges, juries, and other stakeholders. Manage assigned projects to meet scope, schedule, budget, utilization, and quality objectives. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical engineers, fire investigators, structural engineers, architects, and building consultants. Perform technical review and quality control of assigned work product. Communicate project status, findings, and potential challenges to clients, project teams, and leadership. Monitor project deadlines, utilization, and timekeeping requirements. Travel as required for inspections, client meetings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial appearances. Operations Perform responsibilities in support of the organization's strategic objectives and commitment to technical excellence. Prioritize work to achieve project profitability, utilization, and client service goals. Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, industry standards, and company policies. Complete work in accordance with contractual requirements and communicate potential operational, technical, or client-related issues. Support cross-functional collaboration to achieve project and business objectives. Maintain high-quality standards across all deliverables. Provide timely feedback regarding project risks, technical issues, client concerns, and operational challenges. Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Competencies Bachelor's degree and 12 years of related experience or a Master's degree and 8 years of related experience. Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), with multiple states preferred. Knowledge & Skills Willingness and ability to travel as required. Ability to work in damaged structures, fire scenes, industrial facilities, utility environments, and active construction sites. Experience with commercial, industrial, utility, and multifamily electrical systems. Experience evaluating failures involving switchgear, breakers, transformers, motors, generators, VFDs, UPS systems, control systems, and renewable energy installations. Experience investigating electrical fires, arc‑fault incidents, and power quality disturbances. Knowledge of photovoltaic systems, battery energy storage systems, EV charging infrastructure, and emerging electrical technologies. Prior deposition and trial testimony experience preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities. Ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues, subcontractors, and vendors. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and standard business software applications. Additional Information At VERTEX, we invest in top talent with a highly competitive total compensation package that rewards performance and supports long‑term success. Total compensation includes a base salary and a discretionary variable bonus program, depending on your level. Our comprehensive benefits package offers multiple healthcare and dental plan options, as well as company‑paid Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability coverage—ensuring peace of mind for you and your family. We offer a 401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting, empowering employees to build financial security from day one. Additional benefits include Flexible Spending Accounts, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a suite of exclusive perks that enhance everyday life. At The Vertex Companies, our salary ranges are intentionally designed to support meaningful career growth over time. These ranges allow employees to develop, expand their impact, and increase their earnings as they progress within their job level. A new hire’s starting compensation is determined by their experience, geographical location, scope of the role at the time of hire, and Company affordability. Our ranges are structured to reward growth and performance, ensuring there is room for advancement and long‑term opportunity. The salary ranges for this role are as follows: $146,000 - $348,000 USD annually (Geographical Tier AA - Sample Locations: NY Metro, San Franscisco, San Jose, Seattle) $134,000 - $322,000 USD annually (Geographical Tier A - Sample Locations: Irvine CA, Middlesex NJ, Tacoma WA, Boston, Alexandria) $123,000 - $295,000 USD annually (Geographical Tier B - Sample Locations - Baltimore, Chicago, Anchorage, Portland) $112,000 - $268,000 USD annually (Geographical Tier C - Sample Locations - Atlanta, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Miami) $107,000 - $255,000 USD annually (Geographical Tier D - Sample Locations - Mississippi, Mobile AL, Bowling Green KY, Tulsa) Time away matters—so we provide a generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays (with prorated options for eligible part‑time employees). At VERTEX, growth never stops. Our signature “Lifetime of Learning” program offers tuition reimbursement and personalized support for employees pursuing advanced education—helping you sharpen your skills and accelerate your career. Notice to Third Party Agencies: Please note that The Vertex Companies employs a fully staffed recruiting team. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Agreement, VERTEX will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VERTEX explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VERTEX. #J-18808-Ljbffr