Plumbing/Fire Protection Senior Associate - Forensics - Thornton Tomasetti : Job Details

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world's challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.Our Forensic practice investigates problems in the built environment and provides evidence-based solutions founded on rigorous science and physics. We assist attorneys, property managers, building owners, contractors, manufacturers, and design professionals with a wide range of engineering and architectural issues.The RoleWe have an immediate opportunity for a Plumbing and Fire Protection Senior Associate Engineer with interests in forensic investigation, litigation support, and design. Curiosity, engineering excellence, and solid writing skills are required for this position. A strong background in design of plumbing and fire protection is preferred. Forensic experience is a plus.You will have the opportunity to lead investigations in the built environment, industrial facilities, institutional facilities, and high-tech applications. You will be supported in this role by a diverse team ranging from entry-level engineers to senior management. The investigations include failure cause and origin analysis, life cycle cost and feasibility analyses, risk loss insurance and claims response, and litigation support. The successful candidate will be required to provide direction to, and review the work product of, junior level staff, coordinate with other project managers on interdisciplinary efforts, support marketing efforts, and develop and maintain client relationships.Responsibilities

• Assist with damage assessment and cause and origin investigations.
• Prepare field notes, feasibility studies, cost analyses, and specifications.
• Communicate with clients to understand project requirements.
• Complete technical and investigative reports to support forensic findings and prepare materials related to presentations.
• Manage and mentor other design team members.
• Perform peer reviews and condition assessments, including order of magnitude cost estimating.
• You may be called to serve as an expert witness in various scenarios, including depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials. We will support you should such matters arise.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer License required.
• Ability and willingness to travel within the US and internationally.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, experience with Revit a plus.

CompensationThe rate for this position generally is $126,000 - $157,500 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York. Similar positions located outside of New York will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by New York Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employee already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee's pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.BenefitsDepending on your employment status, benefits may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

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