Forensic Structural Engineer - Cincinnati, OH

About the role

Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in engineering and technical consulting. Our experts specialize in building envelopes, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment. NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company!

Responsibilities

• Provides forensic consulting services requiring civil engineering expertise for insurance, legal, industrial, and other clients.
• Affirms and determines the cause and origin of structural failures and/or damage, building envelope failures and/or damage, and construction defects, as well as determines the extent and repairability of such failures and/or damage.
• Prepares oral and written reports of findings and, when needed, expert testimony.
• Manages multiple projects, coordinating with other experts and support as needed to produce client reports in a timely manner.
• Ensures that the procedure is followed and performs safety and due diligence for the project when it is being completed.

Requirements

• B.S. Civil Engineering degree or higher.
• P.E. or 4th-year EIT in the state of employment or the ability to obtain it quickly.
• 2-10+ years of experience.
• Project management and/or field investigation preferred.
• Depending on location, other licenses or certifications may be required.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• A high level of analytical skills.
• The ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• The ability to interact and communicate with clients at all levels (e.g., internal and external).
• The ability to respond to inquiries from internal and external clients.
• The ability to initiate, develop, and maintain mutually beneficial client relationships.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Office applications and computer-assisted engineering and design software.
• The ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical reports or journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• The ability to write scopes of work, budget estimates, schedules, reports of findings, proposals, general correspondence, and other technical documents.
• The ability to present information to top management, clients, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development