Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference! Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in engineering and technical consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelopes, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment. NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement! Although this position is remote, the candidate will travel in the NY/NJ areas and surrounding states for two to three hours each day. The candidate must reside in the NYC, NJ, or Long Island areas. Travel may extend to surrounding states as coverage needs arise. Overview Provides failure analysis and forensic consulting services requiring mechanical engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients. Evaluates injury, equipment, and property damage claims caused by alleged issues with products, heavy equipment, machines, HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression, and other mechanical systems. Provides oral and written reports of findings, technical guidance to clients, and, when needed, expert testimony. The salary range for this position is $105,000 to $156,100, dependent on education, experience, location, and certifications/licensure. Relocation support available. Essential Job Functions • Performs failure analysis for forensic assignments within the field of mechanical engineering expertise based on a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client before performing the work. • Investigates how and why an incident occurred, including identifying the origin, failure mechanism, and root cause of the incident, as well as the role of the mechanical system in question. • Inspects sites/products/equipment/systems; performs electronic data retrieval and analysis of commercial and non-commercial equipment; documents site/product conditions and determines cause and origin of damage; performs site surveys with total station survey, scanners, drones, and other means of 3D documentation; performs mechanical engineering calculations; prepares CAD-based and manual sketches as required; orders and evaluates required laboratory testing and performs analyses. • Reviews and interprets relevant codes, standards, drawings, specifications, technical manuals, peer-reviewed literature, data logs, and other documentation to evaluate the compliance of the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the subject product, equipment, or system. • Conducts various analyses including, but not limited to, industrial safety and accidents; equipment and machinery design and failure, product liability; and design and safety. • Provides support on fire and explosion investigations involving mechanical systems, products, and equipment. • Initiates, develops, and maintains mutually beneficial client relationships. Required Education and Certifications • B.S. Mechanical Engineering degree or higher. • P.E. required. • Forensic experience and a Ph.D. preferred. • 2-10+ years of experience, including knowledge of products, machine design, HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression systems, and/or other mechanical equipment/systems/processes. • Project Management and/or Field Investigation experience required. Required Skills and Abilities • Must have high level of analytical skill. Work requires continual attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. • Must be able to interact and communicate with clients at all levels (e.g., internal and external). • Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including but not limited to, Microsoft Office Applications and computer-assisted engineering and design software. • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical reports or journals, financial reports, and legal documents. • Ability to clearly and coherently write scopes-of-work, budget estimates, schedules, reports of findings, proposals, general correspondence, and other technical documents. • Ability to respond to inquiries from internal and external clients. • Capable of effectively presenting information to top management, clients, public groups and/or boards of directors. Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel Requirements Physical Demands—Work is performed in both office settings and at outside locations (e.g., accident sites). Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employees may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employees must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings, and testifying in depositions or trials. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary. Overtime - This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a one-hour lunch break. There will be periods when overtime will be required, which the employee must comply with to meet the demands of the position. Travel Requirements - This position requires up to 25% travel. Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be required. At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions. Rimkus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT. #LI-PH1 #LI-Hybrid
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See More Details >>About the Internship The Mechanical Design unit of the Engineering Department delivers creative and efficient engineering solutions meeting the goals and objectives of the Port Authority’s capital and operating programs. The Mechanical Design unit provides integrated mechanical design solutions from concept to completion including condition assessment, studies, estimating, energy and life-cycle analysis, construction documents, staging, and commissioning. Mechanical design services include the design of mechanical systems, such as heating/cooling, plumbing, fire protection, vertical transportation, and aviation fueling. Responsibilities • Site visits to investigate, measure and document existing conditions • Preparation of basic cooling and heating load calculations • Preparation of layout drawings and details using AutoCAD or Revit drafting skills • Draft reports and memorandums Minimum Qualifications • Enrollment at a college or university at the time of the internship • Major in Mechanical Engineering • Rising senior Desired Qualifications • Strong written and communication skills • Experience with Microsoft apps such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc. • Interest in contributing to the success of the New York and New Jersey region • Interest in public service and/or transportation • Willingness to learn • Completed applied thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and heat transfer coursework • AutoCAD drafting skills Internship Details • The start date will be Thursday, May 28, 2026 • The internship will last approximately 12 weeks, ending on Friday, August 21, 2026 • This is a full-time internship (5 days per week at 7.25 hours per day) • In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits interns to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. In person collaboration is essential to how the Port Authority conducts business and regular in-office days or team collaboration days may be required depending on business needs. Some internships may require interns to be fully in-person. Selection Process • Only applicants under consideration will be contacted • If selected to move forward, the hiring team will reach out directly to schedule 1-2 interviews • Different internships will have different timelines for interviews Compensation & Benefits • The hourly rate range is $18.07 to $30.31 (the exact rate will be determined by internship type and rising school year) • Ability to opt in to the New York State and Local Retirement System • Access to Employee Business Resource Groups • Facility Tours • Career Panels • Social/Networking Events
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