Mechanical​/Electrical Engineer

Mechanical/Electrical Engineer – Keystone Experts + Engineers

Join us as a licensed (PE) Mechanical/Electrical Engineer in our forensic engineering team. Keystone specializes in forensic engineering and investigative services for commercial and residential structures, vehicles, and products. Our multi-disciplinary team includes highly experienced engineers, architects, fire investigators, contractors, and industry experts situated across the country.

We provide streamlined, fact-based forensic consulting services designed to meet client needs with clarity, accuracy, and timeliness. Our reports are tailored to client specifications and backed by expert analysis, ensuring defensible conclusions and industry-leading turnaround times.

The Keystone Way is our commitment to excellence, innovation, integrity, honesty, accuracy, timeliness, and accountability. These values guide each project we undertake.

This is a fully remote, part‑time, 1099 contracted position.

• Perform engineering failure analysis; specifically determine the cause and origin of damage, causes of fire, electrocutions, and equipment failures.
• Conduct site evaluations, field analysis, and assessments that include mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing systems.
• Provide evaluations for failures as a result of hail/wind damage, lightning strike damage, wind/hail, improper maintenance, improper installation, product defect, freeze events, machinery breakdown, wear and tear, general construction failures, and provide recommendations for remediation and repair.
• Safely access roofs, attics, and crawl spaces to photo‑document areas of interest.
• Identify and interview witnesses and/or other key parties involved.
• Prepare and submit findings and recommendations that can be used to resolve insurance claims or litigation matters.

• Active Professional Engineering license(s) required.
• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering or a related field.
• Well‑versed in building materials, codes, construction methods, and common modes of failure.
• Ability to adhere to tight deadlines.
• Availability to accept assignments and perform site inspections within 5‑7 days.
• Tech‑savvy across multiple software platforms, tools/equipment, and investigative techniques.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mind and strong problem‑solving ability.

We are seeking licensed (PE) Mechanical/Electrical Engineers with experience in forensic investigations and root‑cause analysis. Experience with power surges, lightning strikes, HVAC units, and construction system failures is preferred.