Rimkus
Senior Level Forensic Materials Consultant - North Carolina
Rimkus, Mooresville, North Carolina, United States, 28115
Overview
Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference! Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment. NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement! This position is located within the Rimkus Materials Testing and Investigation Laboratory in Mooresville, NC. The role provides expert consulting services on materials science and engineering matters for clients across industries including performance, industrial, and forensics. Responsibilities include root cause/failure analyses, corrosion investigations, welding evaluations, and materials characterization of various materials, components, and processes. The role also provides technical leadership and oversight of the materials lab staff. We produce data and analysis for clients through verbal and written technical reports, presentations, and testimony when required. This position has significant autonomy and is responsible for project management and technical oversight of multiple concurrent projects; reviewing and evaluating design and field engineering changes; ensuring work quality and adherence to procedures; and performing other related duties as assigned. Essential Job Functions
Performing assignments within the field of materials science and engineering based on a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work. Conducting or overseeing laboratory investigations, including SEM-EDS, FTIR, DSC, OES, TGA, fractography, metallography, x-ray, and mechanical testing. Performing field investigations to determine the origin and cause of materials-related defects and/or damage. Gathering data for analysis from various sources, including test results, materials characterization, and root cause/failure analysis techniques. Using national and international codes and standards related to design, fabrication, and testing of products and materials. Providing legal deposition and testimony as necessary. Producing written technical reports detailing the origin and cause of materials-related defects, corrosion, and/or damage. Managing multiple projects and working with team members to produce client reports in a timely manner. Building and maintaining relationships with clients. Educating materials technicians, technologists, engineers, and consultants on the proper use of materials science/engineering to address multi-disciplinary questions. Required Experience, Education and Certifications
B.S. in Metallurgical/Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering, required. B.S. in Metallurgy or Materials Science & Engineering; Ph.D. preferred. Professional Engineering license. Ideally 15+ years of materials laboratory testing experience; experience with ferrous, nonferrous, polymeric, ceramic, glass, and composite materials is a plus. Hands-on experience with optical/digital microscopy and SEM/EDS; working knowledge of fractography, metallography, mechanical and corrosion testing. Project management and field investigation experience. High level of analytical skills, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving; attention to detail for client success. Ability to interact and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge of common computer software applications including Microsoft Office. Experience providing testimony is highly desirable. Necessary Language and Writing Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical reports, journals, product data sheets, industry specifications, financial reports, and some legal documents. Ability to write proposals, scopes of work, budget estimates and schedules, reports of findings, general correspondence, and other technical documents. Ability to respond to inquiries from clients and present information effectively to management, clients, and external groups. Physical Demands and Work Environment
Work is performed in office/laboratory settings and occasionally at field locations. Investigations require standing, walking, bending, climbing, crawling, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, hearing, and driving. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and depth perception needed. Some travel with occasional overnight stays may be required.
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Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference! Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment. NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement! This position is located within the Rimkus Materials Testing and Investigation Laboratory in Mooresville, NC. The role provides expert consulting services on materials science and engineering matters for clients across industries including performance, industrial, and forensics. Responsibilities include root cause/failure analyses, corrosion investigations, welding evaluations, and materials characterization of various materials, components, and processes. The role also provides technical leadership and oversight of the materials lab staff. We produce data and analysis for clients through verbal and written technical reports, presentations, and testimony when required. This position has significant autonomy and is responsible for project management and technical oversight of multiple concurrent projects; reviewing and evaluating design and field engineering changes; ensuring work quality and adherence to procedures; and performing other related duties as assigned. Essential Job Functions
Performing assignments within the field of materials science and engineering based on a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work. Conducting or overseeing laboratory investigations, including SEM-EDS, FTIR, DSC, OES, TGA, fractography, metallography, x-ray, and mechanical testing. Performing field investigations to determine the origin and cause of materials-related defects and/or damage. Gathering data for analysis from various sources, including test results, materials characterization, and root cause/failure analysis techniques. Using national and international codes and standards related to design, fabrication, and testing of products and materials. Providing legal deposition and testimony as necessary. Producing written technical reports detailing the origin and cause of materials-related defects, corrosion, and/or damage. Managing multiple projects and working with team members to produce client reports in a timely manner. Building and maintaining relationships with clients. Educating materials technicians, technologists, engineers, and consultants on the proper use of materials science/engineering to address multi-disciplinary questions. Required Experience, Education and Certifications
B.S. in Metallurgical/Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering, required. B.S. in Metallurgy or Materials Science & Engineering; Ph.D. preferred. Professional Engineering license. Ideally 15+ years of materials laboratory testing experience; experience with ferrous, nonferrous, polymeric, ceramic, glass, and composite materials is a plus. Hands-on experience with optical/digital microscopy and SEM/EDS; working knowledge of fractography, metallography, mechanical and corrosion testing. Project management and field investigation experience. High level of analytical skills, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving; attention to detail for client success. Ability to interact and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge of common computer software applications including Microsoft Office. Experience providing testimony is highly desirable. Necessary Language and Writing Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical reports, journals, product data sheets, industry specifications, financial reports, and some legal documents. Ability to write proposals, scopes of work, budget estimates and schedules, reports of findings, general correspondence, and other technical documents. Ability to respond to inquiries from clients and present information effectively to management, clients, and external groups. Physical Demands and Work Environment
Work is performed in office/laboratory settings and occasionally at field locations. Investigations require standing, walking, bending, climbing, crawling, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, hearing, and driving. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds. Clear vision and depth perception needed. Some travel with occasional overnight stays may be required.
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