Civil/Structural Forensics Professional Engineer

About the role

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our Forensic Architecture & Engineering team is seeking a mid to senior-level Forensic Civil Structural Engineer (PE or SE) to enhance our robust team of professionals supporting clients throughout the US.

Areas of practice include residential, commercial, and industrial buildings’ roofing, fenestration, foundation and envelopes; hazard assessments and resulting damage; design and construction defect evaluation; and premise liability evaluations. Assignments will require regular local and regional travel to project sites. Active involvement in professional associations and societies is encouraged and supported.

Responsibilities

• Conducts field observations, testing and data collection.
• Prepares reports detailing observations made, testing results, research conducted, and opinions or recommendations.
• Works with building departments to determine repair directives.
• Conducts research and develops technical topics for publication.
• Meets with and presents to peers and clients.
• Engages in client-relations marketing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited school.
• PE or SE license; highly qualified and experienced EI/EITs are considered.
• Familiar with modern building codes and industry standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to travel and conduct site inspections.
• Valid Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a forensic engineer.
• Testimony experience as a designated expert witness (preferred for senior level).
• Experience in engineering design or construction.
• Experience conducting damage assessments and forensic investigations.
• Storm damage and building envelope evaluation experience.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to travel to various project sites and conduct field investigations.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to work in hot and cold environments, both indoors and outdoors.
• Must be able to periodically access and work on roofs, scaffolds, lifts, and other elevated surfaces and in enclosed spaces (attics, crawlspaces, etc.) with appropriate personal protection.
• Must be able to lift, transport, set up, and utilize an extension ladder to access roofs and other elevated surfaces.
• Physically able to climb, stand, walk, kneel, and crouch for extended periods of time.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment allowing remote work when needed.
• Flexible Time Off Policy.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401k Match.
• Commuter Benefits.

Salary range is based on factors including skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, and management responsibility.