What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work? 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. 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 currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Forensics team in the Vancouver area. This is a unique prospect for an entrepreneurial, highly driven person with a well-rounded skill set to join the Forensic Engineering & Architecture team, whose responsibilities extend beyond those of traditional Mechanical 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.



Conduct field inspections and loss analysis, testing, and data collection Prepare technical reports detailing the cause of damage/failure, damage observed, and test results Perform desk reviews and field assessments of property loss to develop repair scope Work with the insured and contractors to reach agreement on the scope of repairs Review and analyze building codes and industry standards, working with code officials as needed, to identify system requirements Present analysis and assessment findings to colleagues and clients Conduct research and develop technical topics for publication Manage multiple project assignments and execute them on time and within budget. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Master level is a plus. ~ 3 – 8 years of mechanical equipment/system design or production/construction experience ~ Forensic, failure analysis, or troubleshooting experience. ~ Experience in evaluating/maintaining mechanical systems and loss/condition assessment of the components (such as Plumbing, Piping Fixtures, Fire Sprinkler, HVAC systems) used in residential, commercial, or industrial facilities. ~ Experience with failure analysis and loss assessment of the components (Heat Exchanger, Boiler, Turbine, Pressure Vessel, Underground Pipeline, Cooling Tower)



used in commercial or industrial facilities ~ Strong verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills ~ Computer skills (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint) ~ Able to travel to sites when necessary Experience in Machinery, Equipment Loss Assessment and Conducted equipment loss investigation for the industrial machineries used in manufacturing facilities and heavy-duty machines used for construction and transportation.

Experience in failure analysis and loss assessment of Electro-Mechanical Instruments & Systems. It is an advantage to be involved in engineering projects and consulted on major and complex insurance losses. Must be able to travel to various project sites and conduct field investigations.

Must be able to work in hot and cold environments, both indoors and outdoors. Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely when needed Generous Annual Leave Policy Comprehensive Medical Insurance 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. We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering.

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 jobs@jsheld.

📌 Mechanical Engineer - Forensic Engineering (Vancouver)
🏢 J.S. Held
📍 Vancouver