Assistant Forensic Architect Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

We are seeking a engineering Co-op Student to join our Forensic Engineering team. This is a unique opportunity for a driven person with a well-rounded skill set to join the team. The ideal person for this role will need to have a strong grasp of Forensic Engineering while being flexible and a strategic thinker. This candidate will take on a variety of tasks to deliver support on equipment loss assessment matters ranging from desktop reviews to multi-million-dollar, complex technology claims. We're a thriving and growing organization which offers career growth opportunities to gain extensive knowledge and technical expertise in forensic engineering and equipment consulting to evaluate loss-related and resultant damage to equipment across a variety of industries.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend sites to conduct investigations, inspections, measurements, and photographic documentation.
• Collect and deliver designated substance samples to testing laboratories.
• Inspect construction work and site conditions against company drawings and specifications.
• Develop, model, detail, and annotate buildings and structural systems using Company software.
• Assist with the design, review, and analysis of structural and building code-related systems.
• Manage project schedules, documentation, and deliverables.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, subcontractors, municipal officials, and building owners.
• Supervise and support junior staff and project team members.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, and project documentation.
• Participate in professional development activities to maintain and expand technical knowledge.
• Develop and update company standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Attend industry events, conferences, and training programs.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in 3rd, or 4th year of mechanical engineering degree program
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and strong mechanical aptitude to interpret engineering design, drawings and specifications.  
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information in clear language.
• Demonstrated time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Proficiency in using the full suite of Microsoft Office products and strong presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Able to travel to sites when necessary
• Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team's needs.

• Generous FTO Policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match
• Commuter Benefit

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $23.00 CAD per hour. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Please explore what we're all about at www.jsheld.com.

EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!

J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request for a reasonable accommodation, please email [email protected] and include "Applicant Accommodation" within the subject line with your request and contact information.

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