Associate Director - Engineering Sciences-Thermal, Fluid and Combustion

Secretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world.

When you join Secretariat, you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. Your skills and expertise will be utilized on day one – working with the world’s most renowned investment funds, law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to answer complex questions that shape critical financial, economic, and strategic business decisions.

Our globally integrated teams are united by the ambition, energy, and commitment they bring to every challenge. We inspire and empower an open, collaborative culture that embraces ongoing professional development, recognition, diversity, and – most importantly – you.

Make your impact at Secretariat.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex failure analysis and engineering investigations, providing technical direction and ensuring high-quality, defensible outputs
• Serve as a subject matter expert in areas such as Fluid Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, and Combustion
• Oversee laboratory testing, computational analysis, and field investigations
• Act as a primary client interface, communicating complex technical findings clearly to clients, counsel, and non-technical stakeholders
• Support and, where appropriate, serve as an expert witness, including preparation for depositions, hearings, and trials
• Manage multiple engagements, including scope, budget, timelines, and risk
• Mentor junior professionals and contribute to team development and technical excellence
• Drive business development, including proposal development, client relationship expansion, and market visibility

Requirements

• Requisite professional designations and work experience:
•  Ph.D. or equivalent advanced degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, or related field
• Significant experience in engineering consulting, applied research, or industry, including leading complex engagements
• Deep expertise in relevant disciplines (e.g., fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, combustion)
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and multidisciplinary teams
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in high-stakes or dispute contexts
•  Demonstrated contribution to business development and practice growth
•  Chartered Engineer (or equivalent) preferred
•  Willingness to travel as required

Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and we support the continuing professional development of our employees.