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Forensic Structural Engineer

Remotely
Full-time
NDT AISC Standards ACI Standards

Responsibilities  

- Conduct on-site and remote investigations of structural failures, collapses, fire, wind, and seismic damage.  

- Capture field evidence using drones, non-destructive testing tools, laser scanners, and data loggers.  

- Perform structural failure analysis to determine cause and origin—synthesize results into clear engineering reports.  

- Present findings as an expert witness in depositions, mediation, and courtroom settings.  

- Design repair and remediation strategies that meet current I-Codes, ACI, AISC, and ASCE standards.  

- Collaborate with insurance, legal, property-management, and A/E stakeholders, translating technical insight into plain language.  

- Maintain meticulous documentation and photographic records for litigation support.  

- Mentor junior engineers, sharing forensic engineering best practices.  


Requirements  

- Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state; ability to obtain others via comity.  

- B.S. in Civil or Structural Engineering; M.S. preferred.  

- 6+ years structural design and analysis experience, including 2+ years as a forensic structural engineer.  

- Demonstrated expertise in structural failure analysis, damage assessment, and building pathology.  

- Courtroom-ready communication skills—confident verbal delivery and concise technical writing.  

- Proficiency with RISA-3D, ETABS, SAP2000, AutoCAD or Revit; familiarity with drone flight software and NDT instrumentation.  

- Fluency in current IBC, IRC, ACI 318, AISC 360, ASCE 7, and ASTM testing protocols.  

- Ability to travel up to 30 % for rapid response investigations; remote report development and analysis supported.  

- Valid driver’s license and clear background for expert witness qualification.  


What You Will Gain  

- Front-row insight into a broad spectrum of construction materials—from historic timber to advanced composites.  

- Autonomy to lead complex investigations while enjoying a hybrid schedule that values deep work.  

- Collaboration with seasoned attorneys, insurers, and architects—sharpening both technical and consultative acumen.  

- Continuing education budget toward advanced forensic techniques, software, and courtroom skills.