Senior Forensic Engineer - Mechanical

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Ya Group
Global forensic consulting and engineering firm delivering strategic solutions for complex projects.
Lead forensic mechanical investigations, manage projects, produce reports, and advise repairs.
15 days ago ago
$140,000 - $275,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
San Diego, CA
Field
Company Size
646 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Services
Asbestos Mitigation
Contamination Assessment
Expert Witness & Litigation Support
Remediation Design & Oversight
Water Damage & Mold Assessment
Project Monitoring / Clerking
Sector Specialisms
Insurance
Real Estate
Healthcare
Hospitality
Education
Government
Agriculture
Manufacturing
Role
What you would be doing
code review
site visits
lab testing
data collection
project reporting
design oversight
  • Reviews and interprets relevant building codes as necessary for issues about the scope of work.
  • Coordinates with clients to set up site visits and complete deliverables.
  • Performs site visits and laboratory examinations to collect data on residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
  • Manages project resources and sets/meets deadlines to ensure that projects stay on schedule.
  • Acts as a primary lead on projects.
  • Produces project reports that synthesize data collected from onsite inspections, laboratory examinations, testing, research, and performance analysis to determine the most likely cause of failure and provide recommendations on repair or replacement.
  • Makes independent decisions for projects including selection of analysis and testing methods and allocating resources relevant to the project.
  • If requested, oversees the development of repair or replacement design scope.
What you bring
pe license
cfei
bachelor's
10 years
forensic mech
time management
  • Proven ability to write comprehensive technical reports on inspection results
  • 10 years of experience in forensic mechanical engineering preferred; relevant experience in design considered
  • New England states (CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT)
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.
  • Active PE license required.
  • CFEI Certification preferred
Benefits
  • Remote work
  • Competitive salaries
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Career growth
  • 401k match
  • Base salary and bonus will be commensurate with experience.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Founded in 1997
Year Established
The company was established in 1997 by Ray and Linda Young.
Revenue: Hundreds of millions
Annual Financial Performance
The company generates hundreds of millions in annual revenue, supporting growth across multiple service areas.
  • Tackles a wide range of assignments, including investigating structural collapses, reconstructing accident scenes, assessing property and environmental damage, and managing surety and claims disputes.
  • Clients include insurance carriers, legal teams, government agencies, and private sectors, relying on the company's multidisciplinary expertise for failure analysis, loss quantification, and risk advice.
  • Expands its global reach through strategic acquisitions and maintains its founding values of knowledge, integrity, and professionalism.
Culture + Values
  • Sincerity at All Times (corporate slogan)
  • We will work to realize a sustainable society by considering the global environment in all areas of our business, from the procurement of raw materials through to product manufacture, supply, and disposal.
  • We will respect basic human rights and ensure that we do not discriminate based on nationality, religion, age, gender, or any other attribute.
  • We will comply at all times with the laws and regulations of each country as well as with international rules to ensure fair trade.
  • We will not tolerate forced labor, child labor, or unreasonably low‑wage labor.
  • We will ensure the safety and quality of our products, strive to provide appropriate information, and supply highly reliable products.
  • We will promote CSR procurement throughout our entire supply chain.
  • We will promote professional development and health management for employees, and aim to create a safe, comfortable workplaces.
  • We will ensure administrative transparency based on the practice of appropriate information disclosure, and are committed to fair, just, and open transactions.
  • We will strive to build a solid corporate business management system by ensuring thorough risk management.
Environment + Sustainability
15% Eco-Friendly Materials
Sustainability Target
Company aims to increase the ratio of eco-friendly materials used in production to achieve 15% by FY2026, up from 7.3% in FY2023.
40% Renewable Energy
Energy Transition Goal
Aims to source 40% of its energy from renewable sources by FY2026 to reduce its carbon footprint.
+27,028 t GHG Reduction
Emission Reduction Success
Achieved a significant reduction in total greenhouse gas emissions from FY2022 to FY2023.
406,410 t Scope 3 Emissions
Carbon Measurement
Disclosed Scope 3 carbon emissions for FY2023, highlighting the importance of supply chain transparency.
  • Promote digital transformation across the textile industry to mitigate environmental impact.
  • Continue the "YARN PROJECT" and increase the distribution volume of organic cotton to enhance sustainability efforts.
Inclusion & Diversity
Female Managers 2.4%
Ratio of Female Managers
The proportion of female managers in FY2023 was 2.4%, with a target to increase this to 5% by FY2026.
Male Maternity Leave 10%
Male Employees Taking Maternity Leave
10% of male employees utilized maternity leave in FY2023, aiming to reach 50% by FY2026.
Engagement Index 50.2
Work Engagement Index
The work engagement index scored 50.2 points in FY2023, with a mid-term target of 50 points.
  • Respect basic human rights; no discrimination based on nationality, religion, age, gender or any attribute (Code of Conduct)
  • Promote professional development and health management for employees; aim to create safe, comfortable workplaces (Code of Conduct)
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