Forensic Engineering Expert-Water Main Failure Analysis

M&J Engineering D.P.C. is seeking a Forensic Engineering Expert for Water Main Failure Analysis to work on projects in the New York Cit area. Our projects are generally located at public facilities including but not limited to schools public buildings bridges subway stations etc. This is an exciting opportunity to join our collaborative team of experienced engineers architects scientists and other professionals.

M&J Engineering D.P.C. is a quality provider of multi-disciplined consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004 M&J has grown into diversified provider of engineering construction management construction inspection technology and environmental services to a broad range of clients including federal state and city/local agencies private owners architects engineers and contractors.

M&J Engineering is a leader in construction management and inspection ITS mechanical electrical wastewater water supply tunnel airport port marine/coastal environmental engineering and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.

• Conduct forensic evaluations of water main failures including field inspections and laboratory testing
• Analyze materials fracture surfaces corrosion mechanisms and installation or operational factors
• Develop clear defensible conclusions regarding failure causation
• Prepare and sign sealed forensic reports in accordance with NYCDEP requirements
• Provide technical support during agency reviews meetings or hearings as required
• Perform forensic investigations of water main failures including site inspections evidence documentation and coordination with NYCDEP staff
• Conduct or oversee laboratory testing including metallurgical and materials testing in accordance with applicable standards (ASTM AWWA ASME)
• Evaluate contributing factors such as material defects corrosion installation practices operational conditions and external impacts
• Prepare signed and sealed forensic analysis reports identifying failure mechanisms and probable cause
• Provide technical support during NYCDEP reviews meetings audits claims evaluations or hearings as required

Preferred Experience:

• Prior forensic services performed for NYCDEP or other municipal state or federal agencies
• Experience providing expert opinion or testimony in support of claims litigation or insurance matters
• Familiarity with NYC water distribution infrastructure and DEP standards specifications and procedures

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• Bachelors degree or higher in Materials Science Metallurgy Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in forensic analysis failure analysis or infrastructure-related investigations
• Demonstrated experience with water main systems piping materials corrosion fracture mechanics and failure modes
• Ability to prepare review and sign forensic engineering reports for submittal to NYCDEP
• Strong technical writing skills with experience producing defensible well-documented expert reports
• Familiarity with applicable standards codes and testing methodologies (e.g. ASTM AWWA ASME)

Licensure Requirements:

• New York State Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain NYS licensure prior to assignment
• Ability to seal and certify reports in accordance with New York State Education Department (NYSED) and NYCDEP requirements

Salary: $120000 - $200000 based on experience qualifications and project scope

M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service safety risk management and loss prevention practices quality control teamwork and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work desire continuous improvement and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality employee-owned professional firm. To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits including medical dental and eye insurance 401(k) retirement plan life insurance etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.