Engineer in Training (EIT) - Mechanical
Rimkus is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting, seeking an Engineer in Training (EIT) for their mechanical engineering team. This role involves assisting project managers and engineers with forensic consulting services, conducting inspections, and analyzing mechanical engineering issues for various clients. Responsibilities Performs forensic assignments within the field of mechanical engineering expertise based upon a scope of work and budget prepared by the consultant and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work Inspects sites/products/equipment; performs electronic data retrieval and analysis of commercial and non-commercial equipment; documents site/product conditions; determines cause and origin of damage; performs site surveys with total station survey equipment, scanners, drones, and other means of 3D documentation; performs mechanical engineering calculations; prepares CAD-based and manual sketches as required; orders and evaluates testing of laboratory needs and performs analyses Conducts various analyses, including, but not limited to, industrial safety and accidents; equipment and machinery design and failure; product liability; and design and safety Reconstruct vehicular accidents using engineering analysis, CAD-based tools, and test data where appropriate Ability to work on circuit boards to extract data, remove data chips, and attach data chips for data extraction Provides support on fire and explosion investigations involving mechanical systems, products, and equipment 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, vehicle, or system Ability to initiate, develop, and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships Skills B.S. degree in mechanical engineering or higher E.I.T. certification is preferred and required within 6 months of hiring 0-4+ years of experience Must have a high level of analytical skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Must be able to interact and communicate with clients at all levels (e.g., internal and external) Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standard scientific and technical reports or journals and legal documents Ability to provide expert witness testimony Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines while also balancing the needs of multiple projects Must be able to manage time effectively Willingness to learn An FAA drone license is desired Proficiency with CAD programs is desired ACTAR accreditation is desired and required within 2 years of hiring CFEI desired Circuit board repair training desired Benefits Medical Dental Vision Life Disability Employer-matching 401(k) Advancement opportunities Company Overview Consultants. Experts. Innovators. Rimkus Consulting Group is a worldwide leader in engineering and technical consulting. It was founded in 1983, and is headquartered in Houston, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Rimkus has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 7 in 2025, 9 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 5 in 2022, 2 in 2021, 3 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.