Forensic Electrical Engineer - Albany, NY
Rimkus · Albany, New York, United States · On-site
Posted Aug 24, 2026
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Overview
Our electrical engineer provides forensic consulting services requiring electrical engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients. Assesses and determines the cause and origin of electrical failures and damages. Provides oral and written reports of findings and, when needed, provides expert testimony.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs the investigation and analysis within the field of electrical engineering based upon a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client before performing the work to resolve claims and legal matters.
Field Investigations: Study and determine the cause and origin of electrical system defects and electrical equipment failures.
Preparation of oral and written reports to document the causes of failure, the extent of loss, the associated repair scope, and recommended remediation is essential. Provides opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters.
Manages multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and supporting as needed to produce client reports promptly.
Ensures that Rimkus policies and procedures are followed, including safe work requirements.
Uses electrical engineering equations, applications, and figures to perform analysis.
Follows land use laws and regulations.
Ability to initiate, develop, and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.
Includes gathering photographic evidence, conducting investigations to document on-site conditions, overseeing field testing, and reviewing historical documentation. Uses cameras, microscopes, electrical testing equipment, and digital imaging techniques to document conditions in the field and in the lab.
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