Manager, Mechanical Engineer New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

ABOUT THE FIRM

Secretariat professionals are trusted in the highest‑stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world. When you join Secretariat you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem‑solvers. Your skills and expertise will be utilized on day one – working with the world’s most renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to answer complex questions that shape critical financial, economic, and strategic business decisions.

ABOUT OUR ENGINEERING SCIENCES TEAM

As part of our expanding Global Engineering and Scientific consulting team, you will work at the forefront of today’s most complex engineering challenges. You will be engaged in analyzing failures of a myriad of products from a variety of industries, with a heavy focus on large industrial facilities such as power plants, oil & gas facilities, chemical processing plants, construction, and similar. Outside of that work, you will be engaged in automotive, consumer products, consumer electronics, and medical devices. Secretariat leverages our diverse technical expertise and industry knowledge of a variety of structures and products to provide clients with world‑class value to identify solutions that drive performance and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct hands‑on failure analysis investigations Plan and execute laboratory tests Conduct field inspections Communicate with clients and counsel Assist with the preparation of critique reports examining the conclusions of other experts Assist with the preparation of technical reports Develop positive relationships with colleagues, peers and clients Prepare for and attend hearings, trials and mediations Manage the day‑to‑day requirements of multiple engagements

QUALIFICATIONS

Requisite professional designations and work experience: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field Or an M.S. degree and 5+ years of prior experience in engineering consulting Excellent verbal and written communication Specialized knowledge of materials characterization techniques such as SEM, EDS, XPS, Auger, SIMS, FTIR, X‑ray Strong expert report writing skills to complement analytics Able to quickly assimilate relevant information in unfamiliar situations and develop creative approaches and solutions necessary to resolve complex problems The ability to manage and prioritize your time and your team’s time, potentially against a backdrop of competing deadlines Excellent analytical and problem solving abilities Excellent listening, verbal, written, technical, and presentation skills The desire to lead, auxiliary tasks associated with a growing practice within a rapidly growing firm The ability to travel as‑needed Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and we support the continuing professional development of our employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Secretariat Intl