We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Building Consulting team in the Mexico City Area. This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial, highly driven person with a well-rounded skill set to join the team, whose responsibilities extend beyond those of traditional Mechanical Engineers. The ideal person for this role will need to not only have a strong grasp of Mechanical Engineering but also be flexible and a strategic thinker able to take on a variety of tasks to deliver support on equipment loss assessment matters ranging from desktop reviews to multi-million-dollar, complex technology claims. We’re a thriving and growing organization which offers career growth opportunities to gain extensive knowledge and technical expertise in forensic engineering and equipment consulting to evaluate and determine all aspects of mechanical loss-related and resultant damage to properties of all kinds.
Job Responsibilities
- Investigate mechanical systems failures and incidents, including review of building codes and industry standards, as well as design, operation and maintenance of the mechanical systems to identify system requirements
- Conduct field inspections and loss analysis, testing, and data collection
- Determine the extent of damage (water, physical, electrical, smoke, etc.) to the mechanical components and advise on repairability of damaged equipment.
- Perform financial analysis of invoices, purchase orders, budgets, schedules, and reports on behalf of clients.
- Analyze relevant information obtained from desk reviews and field assessments of property and equipment to determine Actual Cash Value (ACV), Replacement Cost Value (RCV), and Repair Versus Replacement values
- Prepare comprehensive written reports detailing project scopes, findings obtained from damage assessment and estimates, causation/failure analysis, and test results.
- Collaborate with insureds and vendors to determine optimal damage correction strategies and associated costs.
- Manage multiple project assignments and execute them on time and within budget.
- Conduct research and develop technical topics for publication