Structural Forensic Engineer

About the role

The Forensic Structural Engineer will investigate failures related to building structures, focusing on the laws of physics and engineering principles. This role involves hands-on failure analysis in the field and testing facility, conducting technical research, and writing engineering reports.

Responsibilities

• Complete hands-on failure analysis assignments in the field and testing facility
• Document facts and finalize findings
• Conduct technical research
• Apply theories and knowledge to real-world situations
• Complete assignments on time as requested by client
• Conduct ethical practices consistently
• Convey complex issues in an understandable manner to a lay audience through report writing

Requirements

• Master's in civil engineering
• Ph.D. in civil engineering
• 5 years supervisory or project management experience

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Valid Driver's License in good standing, and demonstrated safe driving habits
• Ability to pass a background check as required for the position

Skills

• Self-motivated
• Problem-solving
• Detail-oriented
• Written and verbal communication

Benefits

N/A

Pay

N/A

Schedule

This is a full-time position. Some flexibility in hours is permitted, but s/he must be available during the standard work hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Physical Demands

This position is a combination of fieldwork, travel-related work, and sedentary work. An employee is regularly required to drive, stand, sit, walk, reach, type, talk, hear, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, push, pull, carry, and lift up to 50 pounds. An employee may also be required to traverse wooded and/or uneven terrain, enter structures, use ladders, walk on roofs, enter small spaces, and work in various weather conditions.

Travel

Regular travel will be required as a part of the Structural Forensic Engineer job. Some overnight travel may be required.