Mechanical Engineer, P.E. - Accident Reconstructionist - (Southern California)

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3 Locations
In-Office
125K-140K Annually
Insurance • Consulting
The Role

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IF YOU CARE, THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere.  Click here to learn more about EFI Global.  

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To investigate accident sites, vehicles, and equipment, researching, documenting evidence and determine damage, and provide clients with expert opinions.Are You An Ideal Candidate? We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver results, are customer oriented and naturally empathetic.
  • Apply your engineering knowledge and experience to investigate and assess complex failures in the context of an energetic, people focused, entrepreneurial culture. 
  • Deliver comprehensive engineering analyses to clients who represent virtually every industry and comprise some of the world’s most respected organizations. 
  • Leverage EFI Global’s broad, global network of experts to both learn from and to share your insights. 
  • Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service. 
  • Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work and grow your career. 
  • Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path. 
  • Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial, and professional needs. 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Conducts investigations of vehicles, equipment, and accident sites to document the evidence and determine the scope of damage.
  • Investigates and assesses damages due to failures and determines the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support.
  • Researches, evaluates, analyzes and tests the causation of accidents and failures.
  • Collaborates with other engineering disciplines to produce detailed reports outlining the cause of the accident.
  • Serves as an expert witness in court and/or in depositions.
  • Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for clients.
  • Collaborates with EFI Global's national team of forensic experts to leverage experiences and assist on projects.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Supports the organization's quality program(s).
  • Travels as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.Professional Engineering (PE) license is required.ACTAR certification is preferredExperience
Six (6) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required.
Skills & Knowledge
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
  • Analytical and interpretive skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment
  • Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
WORK ENVIRONMENTWhen applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
Physical:
  • Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
  • Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
  • Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead,
  • Be able lift/carry up to 50 pounds
  • Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.  
  • Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talkingNEXT STEPSIf your application is selected to advance to the next round, you will receive an e-mail notification or phone call from a recruiter to schedule an initial call.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $125,000-$140,000. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance or Employers, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace

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The Company
HQ: Tampa, FL
794 Employees
Year Founded: 1971

What We Do

Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, to becoming a recognized leader in engineering failure analysis, origin and cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting.

Each member of our multi-disciplinary team of more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for his or her technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions.

This expertise, coupled with the extensive coverage of more than 62 national offices plus offices in Canada, the United Kingdom and Brazil to provide global work abroad capability, has earned us a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meets our clients’ expectations — anytime, anywhere.

EFI Global currently provides engineering services in the state of North Carolina by our partner firm, EFI Global of North Carolina, P.C. We also provide engineering services in the states of New York and New Jersey by our partner firm, EFI Global Engineering of New York, P.C.

EFI Global is part of the Sedgwick family of companies, a global leader in the independent insurance claims industry.

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