Forensic Structural Engineer II, Raleigh, NC

Haag, a Salas O'Brien Company•, NC

3d•$100,000 - $140,000•Remote

About The Position

Haag, a Salas O’Brien company, is seeking a Forensic Structural Engineer in the Raleigh, North Carolina area. This remote, home-office role investigates and evaluates the cause and extent of structural damage resulting from storms, natural disasters, fires or explosions, construction or design defects, accidents, foundation movement, and other causes. The engineer performs field investigations, evaluates failure modes and contributing factors, and develops clear, well-supported conclusions and high-quality technical reports and documentation. The role involves independent work from a home office alongside collaboration with internal experts and external stakeholders. The engineer communicates professionally with clients, contractors, colleagues, and partners; manages expectations; and drives issues to resolution while ensuring deliverables meet customer expectations and applicable standards. The position also contributes ideas to improve processes, tools, and customer outcomes. The role is remote for someone based in Raleigh, NC, or the surrounding area. Fieldwork may include confined spaces and roof inspections, and the position requires local, regional, and national travel by vehicle or plane, including some overnight travel. The base salary range is $100,000–$140,000 per year, with additional nondiscretionary compensation tied to billable productivity and an alternative billable-rate compensation model. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, company holidays, wellness programs, employee assistance resources, and professional development support.

Requirements

Must be able to work independently and with a cross-functional team of experts.
Strong technical writing skills and the ability to write effective reports.
Strong verbal communication skills, including effective face-to-face communication.
Ability to provide excellent customer service to clients.
Technical proficiency with computers, phones, cameras, and similar equipment.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or restrictions.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in North Carolina or eligibility for licensure by reciprocity.
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or a closely related degree, from an ABET-accredited university.
Ability to perform fieldwork, including in confined spaces and on roofs.
Ability to carry ladders and operate required equipment.
Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally by vehicle or plane as needed; some overnight travel is required.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of forensic engineering experience preferred.
Expert Witness experience preferred.
Master of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct site inspections to determine the cause, origin, and extent of structural damage and evaluate failure modes and contributing factors.
Develop clear, well-supported conclusions and produce high-quality technical reports, documentation, and deliverables.
Provide timely, professional updates to clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders; proactively close communication gaps and manage expectations.
Work independently from a home office while leveraging internal experts and resources, and build long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and partners.
Drive issues to resolution with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring deliverables meet or exceed customer expectations and applicable standards.
Contribute ideas that strengthen processes, tools, and customer outcomes, and help others navigate change and adopt improvements.