Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E

Sedgwick•San Diego, CA

21h•$130,000 - $150,000•Remote

About The Position

EFI Global is seeking a Structural Engineer with expertise in structural damage assessment and failure analysis involving commercial, residential, and industrial structures. The role investigates events, systems, devices, and failures and provides expert opinions, ethical and scientifically grounded guidance on complex engineering assignments, and engineering consulting services that contribute to company profitability. Assignments may involve structural failures, storm and roof damage, building collapse, structural integrity, building envelopes, post-fire damage, vehicle or tree impacts, water intrusion, and construction or design defects. This is a remote position based in a home office, with work in a variety of environments and local or regional travel. The engineer surveys loss scenes, investigates and documents damage, analyzes the origin and cause of failures, collaborates on detailed reports, and may provide expert testimony in court or depositions. The role records billable time and expenses for client projects. A Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited college or university and a Professional Engineering license valid in the resident state are required.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
Professional Engineering (PE) license, at minimum for the resident state.
Ability to work in a variety of environments and undertake local or regional travel.

Nice To Haves

Multi-state engineering licensure and/or an active NCEES Record.
Expert witness testimony experience.

Responsibilities

Determine the origin, cause, and extent of structural failures, including roof damage, water intrusion, post-fire and storm damage, structural integrity issues, collapse, building system failures, foundation or settlement problems, product liability, and construction defects.
Survey losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings.
Investigate and document the scope of damage caused by recent acute events.
Investigate and assess failure-related damages and determine the origin of failures for insurers and litigation support.
Analyze and document failure analyses and causation.
Collaborate with other investigators to produce detailed reports outlining the cause and origin of losses and damages.
Serve as an expert witness in court and/or depositions.
Document and maintain billable hours on a time-and-expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects.