Forensic Structural/Civil Engineer (56007)
About The Position
The Forensic Engineering Department seeks an experienced Senior Civil or Structural Engineering professional to support complex residential and commercial property loss investigations. This role is ideal for an accomplished forensic engineer who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and brings deep technical expertise to the evaluation of structural failures, construction defects, and code compliance issues. The position offers the opportunity to apply advanced engineering judgment, develop authoritative technical opinions, and serve as a trusted expert to clients, counsel, and insurers across a wide range of loss scenarios.
Requirements
- Bachelors, Master’s, or PhD degree in Civil, Mechanical, or similar Engineering disciplines.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- 10+ years of previous forensic engineering and consulting experience or relevant industry experience.
- Possess a strong background in and/or have a willingness to learn the necessary computer programs to evaluate incidents.
- A strong problem-solving ability, an open-minded analytical skillset, and an intense curiosity to dig deep within the physical evidence to solve the case
Nice To Haves
- General Contractor license strongly preferred.
- Experience as an expert witness and testifying strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments of damages from various sources such as water intrusion, wind, vibration, impact, construction standard of care, and building envelope failure.
- Perform site and evidence inspections utilizing the latest in 3D scanning technology and software, conduct testing, failure analysis, and collect corresponding data.
- Provide post damage assessments outlining scope of repairs along with temporary support systems for repair, analysis, and design of structures and foundations.
- Work in a fast-paced environment involving multiple projects while remaining detail oriented.
- Prepare and deliver technical/educational presentations to existing and potential client groups and/or present as a keynote speaker at technical conferences.
- Enhance professional/technical knowledge and credibility through continuing education programs, review of technical publications, and the preparation of technical papers.
- Prepare technical reports of scientific findings and conclusions that can be understood by laypersons and supported by testimony during depositions and trials.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
