Senior Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E.

Sedgwick•Lafayette, IN

1d•Remote

About The Position

EFI Global is seeking a Senior Forensic Structural Engineer to join our remote team in Indiana. In this role, you’ll investigate structural failures, analyze damage, and uncover the root causes behind complex issues—helping clients find clarity when it matters most. If you thrive on problem-solving, enjoy digging into details, and want the flexibility to work from a home office, this is your chance to make an impact with a team that values collaboration, curiosity, and innovation. P.E license in resident state is required. Prefer candidate reside in Indianapolis, Evansville, or Bloomington. Are You An Ideal Candidate? We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver results, are customer oriented and naturally empathetic. Apply your engineering knowledge and experience to investigate and assess complex failures in the context of an energetic, people focused, entrepreneurial culture. Deliver comprehensive engineering analyses to clients who represent virtually every industry and comprise some of the world’s most respected organizations. Leverage EFI Global’s broad, global network of experts to both learn from and to share your insights. Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service. Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work and grow your career. Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path. Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial, and professional needs.

Requirements

Requires Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
Requires a Professional Engineering (PE) license, minimum required for resident state.

Nice To Haves

Prefer multi-state licensing and/or active NCEES Record.
Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Determine the origin and cause, and extent of structural failures of roof damage, water intrusion, post-fire damage, storm damage assessments, structural integrity evaluations, structural collapse, building system failures, foundation/settlement, product liability, and construction defects.
Surveys losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings
Conducts investigations to determine and document the scope of damage caused by a recent acute event.
Investigates and assesses damages due to failures and determines the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support.
Analyzes and documents the failure analysis and causation of failures.
Collaborates with other investigators to produce detailed reports outlining the cause and origin of losses and damages.
Serves as an expert witness in court and/or in depositions.
Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for clients.