Forensic Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Conduct or assist in comprehensive investigations and analyses of residential, commercial, and industrial properties, focusing on construction defect assignments.

• Prepare or support the creation of detailed and precise reports regarding findings.

• Provide or assist in offering expert testimony and support during litigation proceedings.

• Cultivate and maintain client relationships within the construction defect service line.

• Attend and coordinate meetings with clients.

• Participate in on-site inspections and document field conditions.

• Identify the root causes and extent of damage by assessing data, environmental influences, and material properties.

• Ensure that job files, documentation, and deliverables are systematically organized.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• YA Group offers forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related professional services; YAES is a national multidisciplinary forensic consulting firm serving insurers, attorneys, contractors, and property owners.

⛳️ Requirements

• PE, EIT, or AIA license is preferred.

• Consideration will be given to candidates with varying levels of experience; 1-2 years of relevant experience is preferred.

• Familiarity with construction defect claims and litigation processes is advantageous.

• Strong skills in client relationship management, with an existing or developing client base in the construction defect service line highly preferred.

• Understanding of the design and construction of residential, commercial, and/or industrial properties.

• Background as a forensic engineer or architect, particularly with a focus on construction, is preferred.

• Excellent communication, writing, and analytical abilities.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Capability to travel with reliable transportation.

• Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team member.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employee-centric culture.

• Strong dedication to work-life balance.

• 100% remote work opportunity.

• Flexible vacation and paid holidays.

• Paid family care and sick leave.

• Parental leave.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• 401k with matching contributions.