Senior Forensic Engineer

Job Description

J.S. Held is seeking a highly experienced and technically accomplished Senior Forensic Engineer to serve as a senior-level contributor within our Forensic Architecture & Engineering practice.

This role is ideal for a licensed professional engineer with deep expertise in large loss forensic investigations, litigation support, and technical reporting.

You will lead complex investigations, provide expert analysis and testimony, and serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients. This role offers significant visibility and influence across the practice, with opportunities to mentor or manage staff, contribute to thought leadership, and support business development initiatives with a goal of increasing large loss and complex work throughout J.S Held’s FA&E practice.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior point of contact for clients, ensuring satisfaction and long-term relationship development.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within insurance, legal, and construction sectors.
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to define and implement growth strategies.
• Oversee and conduct forensic investigations into a variety of structural failures, construction defects, and material performance issues.
• Prepare and review expert reports, technical analyses, and litigation support documents.
• Testify as an expert witness in legal proceedings when required.
• Ensure consistency in inspection methodology, client communication, and deliverable quality.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Structural, or related Engineering field (ABET-accredited).
• Active PE or SE license.
• Advanced engineering experience, including forensic consulting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including expert report writing and courtroom testimony.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working with insurance carriers, law firms, or construction litigation.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple complex assignments.

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

• Must be able to travel to various project sites and conduct field investigations.
• Must be able to work in hot and cold environments.
• Must be able to carry and operate equipment relevant to role.
• Physically able to climb, stand, walk, kneel, and crouch for extended periods of time.

Additional Information

• Some of the Benefits We Have Include:
• A flexible work environment allowing employees to work remotely, when needed.
• A Flexible Time Off policy.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• A 401k Match.
• A commuter benefit.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!