Architectural Associate

USA Thornton Tomasetti • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career. Our Forensic practice investigates problems in the built environment and provides evidence-based solutions founded on rigorous science and physics. We assist attorneys, property managers, building owners, contractors, manufacturers, and design professionals with a wide range of engineering and architectural issues. The Role We’re excited to offer an immediate opportunity for a Forensic Architect who is passionate about uncovering how buildings perform, solving complex problems, and contributing to high-impact forensic and litigation work. This is a unique chance to blend architectural expertise with investigation, analysis, and design of repairs and retrofits—while partnering with industry-leading experts. In this role, you’ll get the opportunity to independently lead architectural investigations of existing buildings, assess conditions, and develop creative repair strategies. You’ll dive into building code analyses, fire-rated assemblies, building envelope performance (roofs, facades, and more), and cause-and-origin evaluations. You’ll also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, help guide junior staff, support business development efforts, and build meaningful client relationships.

Requirements

• Degree (Master’s preferred) in Architecture or Architectural Engineering.
• Professional License required.
• 8+ years of experience preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel within the US and internationally.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit experience is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Revit experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent assessments of building envelopes, fire-rated construction, and other architectural systems—including cause-and-origin investigations.
• Observe and document field testing protocols; prepare materials used in litigation support.
• Analyze building codes, industry standards, and construction documents; design innovative, practical repairs for deficient conditions.
• Mentor and review work from junior staff; contribute to drafting construction documents, condition assessments, and order-of-magnitude cost estimates.
• Communicate directly with clients to understand project needs, present findings, and prepare persuasive, well-supported reports and presentations.
• Prepare technical and investigative reports that clearly articulate forensic findings.
• Opportunity to testify in arbitration, deposition, or trial.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees