Kimley-Horn · 2 hours ago
Senior Practice Builder, Forensic/Mechanical Engineer
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expKimley-Horn is a leading firm seeking a motivated Senior Practice Builder, Forensic/Mechanical Engineer to expand their practice in Atlanta, Georgia. The successful candidate will lead business development efforts, manage key client relationships, and conduct investigations in forensic engineering, while also contributing to the growth of the forensics team.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Market and win work in our Atlanta, Georgia office
Conduct vehicular accident reconstruction, premise liability, mechanical failure analysis, and investigations for various types of clients
Provide timely and accurate technical findings in both verbal and written form to clients
Support conclusions by appropriate testimony in depositions and trials
Develop and maintain good relationships with coworkers, industry peers, and clients
Perform and review structural design calculations, prepare project document submittal packages, and maintain Quality Control for the entire project
Conduct site investigations and structural evaluations while documenting field observations and preparing technical reports
Support and participate in meetings and presentations with clients, owners, contractors, and design team members
Contribute to identifying project opportunities through networking with new and existing clients
Operate with integrity and sound business principals
Provide vision, business planning and strategy
Establish goals
Build and maintain positive client relationships
Have open communication with your partners and team
Grow and lead a forensics mechanical practice
Manage projects profitably, transition work to qualified staff, grow and mentor staff, and act as a positive leader and mentor
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university in the field of Mechanical Engineering
Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
10 years+ of experience in Forensics with at least 5 years' experience directly managing projects
Verifiable record of ongoing training in the field of accident reconstruction
Proven track record of successfully managing clients and projects
Business development skills and the proven ability to win work
Excellent communication, leadership, and technical skills
Ability to effectively communicate positively at all levels of the organization
Ability to manage and mentor staff and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
Demonstrated ability to manage projects profitably
Preferred
ACTAR certified preferred (or an ability to acquire certification)
Knowledge of AutoCAD, MathCAD, VCrash a plus
Advanced degree a plus
Benefits
Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
Company
Kimley-Horn
Kimley-Horn is one of the nation’s premier planning and design consulting firms.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Late StageLeadership Team
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