Senior Equipment Mechanical Engineer

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 Mechanical Engineers to join our Equipment Consulting team. This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial, highly driven person with a well-rounded skill set and whose responsibilities extend beyond those of traditional Engineers. The ideal person for this role will need to not only have a strong grasp of Mechanical Engineering but also be flexible and a strategic thinker able to take on a variety of tasks. Job Responsibilities Inspect and evaluate damages to different types of mechanical and electronic systems, such as machinery, refrigeration systems, furnaces, conveyance systems, elevators, UPS, boilers, medical equipment, laboratory equipment, injection molding machinery, industrial plants, and a variety of other mechanical / industrial equipment. Conduct configuration audits. Analyze requirements and specifications to determine comparable equipment replacements. Provide research to determine costs associated with equipment replacement (i.e., new and used). Expected to produce 3+ page written reports regularly. Required Qualifications Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BSME) with over 5 years of experience in engineering design, analysis, or applications Must reside in Chicago, Illinois Must be willing and able to travel 30–50% of the time, sometimes at short notice but not for extended periods of time. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills Computer skills (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint) A desire to learn, excel and grow with us and within the profession Physical and Mental Job Qualifications Must be able to sit for long period of time Must be able to travel to various project sites as needed. Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and kneeling. Positive, friendly attitude to everyone. Must be comfortable to work in a remote and/or hybrid environment Must be flexible to work outside of the 8:30am – 5:30pm business hours if needed Must be flexible to travel and able to accommodate approximately 30–50% travel 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. Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed Flexible Time Off policy Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401k Match Commuter Benefit A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $125,000 - $150,000. 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. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read the J.S. Held Online Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as required and described therein. California residents can click here to learn more about the personal information we collect and here to learn about additional privacy rights that may be available. 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. J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered 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 a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please email [email protected] . Include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject line, along with your request and contact information. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #LI-SS1 HP-123