Forensic Metallurgist Job

For this position we are looking for a materials or metallurgical engineer with mechanical and materials failure experience. The successful candidate will perform engineering evaluations of failed consumer and industrial products, analysis of equipment and machinery design and evaluation of industrial failures. Recent experience in engineering evaluations of corrosion and mechanical failures involving a broad range of metal and plastic materials as well as experience in Materials laboratory analyses including SEM, EDS, metallography, optical microscopy, micro-hardness testing, chemistry and x-ray examinations is required.

The Forensic Specialist I will serve as a technical expert in one or more of the following areas: fire science, origin and cause investigations, failure analysis of electrical, mechanical and material systems and components, warnings and instructions, product liability, code evaluation, accident reconstruction, computer modeling, tool mark analysis, analysis of building systems and construction techniques, fire protection and alarm system evaluation, analytical chemistry and other forensic endeavors required to complete an investigation.

PRIMARY DUTIES:
The forensic specialist will be familiar with the proper elements of a forensic investigation including proper documentation, rules of evidence, scene and lab safety, as well as the various procedures and policies existing within the Travelers.

Required to travel to loss scenes to assist with and become part of the investigative team. To this end the Forensic Specialist II will be responsible for various aspects of the investigation including evidence collection and preservation, witness interviews, analysis of the scene and to provide technical advice and consultation to attorneys and claims staff associated with the loss.

Required to conduct research and testing, prepare reports (verbal and written), and to aid the claims and legal staff with the scientific aspects of the case.

Required to become familiar with applicable codes and industry standards as well as laboratory testing protocols that may be required during an investigation. In addition, the forensic specialist will provide testimony in legal proceedings including depositions, trial, mediations and arbitration.

Prepare materials and data as needed to support the overall functions of Risk Control, Claims Services, and Underwriting. Such materials may include newsletters, reports, or presentations as needed to best fit the intended audience and subject matter.

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