Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E

EFI Global•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Remote

About The Position

EFI Global is seeking a Structural Engineer with expertise in structural damage assessment and failure analysis of commercial, residential, and industrial structures. The role investigates structural failures and damage—including storm and roof damage, building collapse, structural integrity, building-envelope issues, post-fire damage, vehicle or tree impact, water intrusion, and construction or design defects—and provides expert opinions and engineering consulting services. The position also provides ethical and scientifically grounded guidance on complex engineering assignments and contributes to company profitability through consulting services. This is a remote, home-based role involving work in a variety of environments and local or regional travel. The preferred candidate lives in the greater Los Angeles, Anaheim, San Diego, Pasadena, Long Beach, Glendale, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, or Riverside area. The engineer works with investigators to document findings and prepare detailed reports, and may serve as an expert witness in court or depositions. The position requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university and a Professional Engineering (PE) license valid for the resident state. Multi-state licensure and/or an active NCEES Record are preferred. Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
Professional Engineering (PE) license valid for the resident state.
Expertise in structural damage assessment and failure analysis of commercial, residential, and industrial structures.
Ability to travel locally or regionally and work in a variety of environments.
Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods; kneel, squat, bend, climb, crawl, stoop, and reach or work overhead; work outdoors in hot and/or cold conditions; lift or carry up to 50 pounds; push or pull up to 100 pounds; and drive up to four hours per day.
Clear and conceptual thinking, sound judgment and discretion, ability to handle work-related stress and multiple priorities, and ability to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Multi-state Professional Engineering licensure and/or an active NCEES Record.
Expert witness testimony experience.
Residence in the greater Los Angeles, Anaheim, San Diego, Pasadena, Long Beach, Glendale, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, or Riverside area.

Responsibilities

Determine the origin, cause, and extent of structural failures and damage, including roof damage, water intrusion, post-fire and storm damage, structural integrity issues, structural 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 damages due to failures and determine the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support.
Analyze and document failure analysis 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.