Senior Structural Engineer for Buildings (P.E. Required)

Rimkus Consulting Group • New York City, NY

82d • $104,100 - $156,100

About The Position

Rimkus is currently seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer for our New York/New Jersey district with experience specific to the design and/or construction of residential and/or commercial buildings to assist in determining the cause, origin, and extent of construction defects, structural failures, water intrusions, and other failures. An understanding and proficiency of installation standards, practices, and procedures within the building construction industry is essential. Although this position is remote, the candidate will travel in the NY/NJ areas and surrounding states for two to three hours each day. The candidate must reside in the NYC, NJ, or Long Island areas.

Requirements

• Ability to initiate, develop, and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• 5-7 years minimum experience.
• PE License, required.
• NCEES record, preferred.
• Experience handling litigation/investigation, required.
• Knowledge of fundamental architectural and/or engineering principles, construction, and building component assemblies.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, to clients and other involved parties regarding engineering/architectural issues.
• Must be willing to travel if needed.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation, required.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds and perform inspections in confined spaces.
• Must be able to inspect building roof structures and crawlspaces.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and analyze residential, commercial, and industrial properties to resolve claims and legal matters.
• Handle assignments including contract disputes, installation deficiencies, material deficiencies, site evaluations, settlement investigations, structural assessments, and vibration analyses.
• Gather photographic evidence and conduct investigations to document on-site conditions.
• Oversee field-testing and review historical documentation.
• Prepare oral and written reports to document the causes of failure, extent of loss, associated repair scope, and recommended remediation.
• Provide opinions and expert testimony in litigation matters.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus opportunities
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Employer-matching 401(k)
• Opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees