iLocatum

Nashville, TN

Electrical Engineer – Forensics – Tennessee

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Electrical Engineer – Forensics – Tennessee or the Southeast

We’re partnering with a highly respected forensic engineering firm to find a talented Forensic Electrical Engineer for their growing Tennessee team. This is a unique opportunity to join a firm that values deep technical skill, professional growth, and meaningful project variety.


What You’ll Do:

As a Forensic Electrical Engineer, you’ll lead investigations into electrical system failures and equipment damage. You’ll perform on-site assessments, conduct root cause analysis, evaluate electrical and mechanical systems, and write detailed, defensible reports for legal, insurance, and industrial clients.

You’ll also:

  • Assess solar power systems (if applicable)

  • Analyze damaged electrical infrastructure and equipment

  • Evaluate corrosion, materials, and mechanical properties

  • Estimate repair or replacement costs

  • Work directly with clients, attorneys, and peers

  • Manage multiple complex projects from start to finish

  • Provide deposition or expert witness testimony (if experienced)


What We’re Looking For:

Technical Requirements

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering (M.S. a plus)

  • Licensed P.E. in a Southeastern U.S. state (or eligible within 6 months)

  • 3+ years of forensic investigation/reporting experience preferred

  • Familiarity with failure analysis, industrial systems, and equipment

  • Experience with solar power systems is a huge plus

  • Prior expert witness or deposition experience is highly valued

  • Proficiency with software tools like AutoCAD, MathCAD, and MS Office

Professional Strengths

  • Excellent written and verbal communication

  • Analytical mindset and strong judgment

  • Self-directed, organized, and able to manage deadlines

  • Team-oriented and client-focused

  • Comfortable handling new and challenging situations


Why This Role?

  • Make a difference: Your expertise will have real impact in legal and technical investigations.

  • Do what you love: Deep-dive into complex problems without the grind of production work.

  • Enjoy flexibility: Manage your own schedule and project flow.

  • Work with purpose: Join a team that’s collaborative, driven, and technically respected.


Interested in hearing more? Let’s talk — even if you’re just exploring. We only recruit for firms where we’d send our own kids to work.

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