Marine Engineer/ Naval Architect (Forensic Engineering)

SEA, Ltd., a national, multi-disciplinary forensic engineering firm is adding to our Fort Lauderdale team. With over 55 years in the industry, we work with attorneys, insurance companies, manufacturers and others to find the "why" when things fail. We provide top-tier customized training and carry a strong reputation you can put your career behind.

*Please note that candidates must have a minimum of ten years of post-academic experience to be considered. While we offer hybrid flexibility, once trained, fully remote is not an option.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Conduct field investigations and perform failure/accident analysis on incidents involving all types of vessels and mechanical equipment within the maritime industries including:
  • Boatlifts
  • Fire Suppression Systems
  • Human Factors (ergonomics, fatigue, or similar)
  • Liquid and Gas Fuel Systems and Related Fires/Explosions
  • General Machinery & Piping Systems
  • Doors/gates
  • Seaworthiness
  • Lifesaving Systems
  • Walkway safety including evaluation for slip resistance (tribometry)
  • Vessel stability, sinking, damage & hull integrity
  • Vessel Control Systems (steering, stabilizers, thrusters, etc.)
  • Vessel Propulsion Systems
  • Vessel System Automation
  • Vessel Boarding apparatus and gangways

• Conduct recreational and commercial vessel accident reconstruction and mechanical/electrical failure analysis
• Knowledgeable in US and International Vessel Safety and Pollution Prevention Standards (i.e. CFR, MARPOL, SOLAS)

• Provide technical findings and conclusions in laymen's terms, both verbally and in writing
• Conduct unbiased investigations for various types of clients
• Support conclusions by appropriate testimony in legal proceedings
• Responsible for retention and development of client relations
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies

Position Requirements:

• Minimum of B.S. in Engineering, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or related field
• Minimum of ten years of maritime related engineering experience

• P.E. Registration or ability to obtain quickly
• Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback
• Strong writing skills
• U.S.C.G Chief Engineer License for Steam, Gas Turbine and Motor Vessels Any Horsepower a plus
• U.S.C.G. Marine Safety Inspection and/or Investigation qualifications a plus
• Failure analysis experience a plus
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel 25% of the time
• Ability to maneuver in and around vessels and other mechanical equipment
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Ability to drive/travel to site locations in all conditions
• Ability to travel by airline

• Ability to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site

Benefits:

• Extensive forensic training
• Medical coverage
• Dental & vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, sick days and holidays
• Company-paid STD, LTD and life insurance
• Bonus Program

Benefits:

• Extensive training in forensic engineering and technology
• Medical, dental, and vison coverage with company match HSA plan
• 401(k) and Roth IRA retirement plans with company match
• Generous vacation and sick leave policy focused on work-life balance
• Company-paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• Industry Leading Bonus program

S-E-A places a strong value and priority on diversity, equity and inclusion across the company and is a dedicated equal opportunity employer, evaluating all qualified applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.