Civil/Structural Engineer, P.E, Senior

Sedgwick•Telecommuter MA, MA

3d•$145,000 - $160,000•Remote

About The Position

EFI Global is seeking a senior Civil/Structural Engineer with a strong background in structural engineering design and failure analysis of commercial, residential, and industrial structures. The role investigates events, systems, devices, and failures, determines causes, and provides expert opinions. The engineer will guide and lead complex assignments and less experienced colleagues, and may provide expert testimony in court or depositions. The position is remote, but the candidate must reside in southern New England. Work includes forensic investigation of matters such as roof damage, water intrusion, post-fire damage, storm damage, structural integrity, foundation and settlement issues, product liability, and construction defects. The engineer surveys loss sites, develops analyses, plans, reports, and drawings, and collaborates with colleagues, clients, and other professionals. The position also involves maintaining billable time and supporting business development for professional services. A bachelor's degree and a Professional Engineering license in at least one New England state are required. The posting seeks eight years of experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education, including two years in failure analysis and forensic engineering and two years in insurance and/or risk management services. The listed starting salary range is $145,000–$160,000. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Professional Engineering (PE) license in at least one New England state.
Eight years of experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
At least two years of engineering experience specifically in failure analysis and forensic engineering.
At least two years in the insurance and/or risk management services industry.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office products.
Analytical and interpretive skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Ability to meet or exceed performance competencies.
Must reside in southern New England.
Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods, kneel, squat, bend, climb, crawl, stoop, and reach or work overhead.
Ability to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 100 pounds.
Ability to drive up to four hours per day.
Hearing, vision, and talking abilities.

Nice To Haves

Multi-state PE licensure is preferred.
Licensure in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and/or Rhode Island is preferred.
Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.
Candidates with a PE license and construction or design engineering experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance and leadership to newer or less experienced colleagues on complex engineering assignments.
Survey property, casualty, and liability losses, typically at residential and commercial buildings and loss scenes.
Investigate events and failures to determine their root causes.
Work with engineers and investigators to prepare detailed reports and drawings and explain the cause and origin of losses and damage.
Develop plans, reports, and drawings to meet client needs and document failure analysis and causation.
Provide expert testimony in court and/or depositions.
Determine appropriate engineering practices, scopes of work, project specifics, timelines, and cost estimates for professional services.
Document and maintain billable hours on a time-and-expense basis for client projects.
Collaborate with sales and operations managers, architects, developers, insurance adjusters, claims managers, and attorneys to develop demand for professional services.
Collaborate with EFI Global’s national forensic experts and assist on projects.
Perform other duties as assigned and support the organization’s quality programs.