Forensic Structural Engineer II

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

📋 Description

• Investigate and assess the causes and extent of structural damage resulting from storms, natural disasters, fires or explosions, construction or design flaws, accidents, foundation movement, and other incidents.

• Perform site inspections to identify the cause, origin, and scope of structural damage.

• Analyze failure modes and contributing factors.

• Formulate clear, well-supported conclusions.

• Create high-quality technical reports, documentation, and deliverables.

• Provide timely and professional updates to clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

• Proactively address communication gaps and manage expectations.

• Operate independently from a home office while utilizing internal experts and resources.

• Establish long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and partners.

• Facilitate issue resolution with internal and external stakeholders.

• Ensure that deliverables meet or exceed customer expectations and relevant standards.

• Contribute innovative ideas to enhance processes, tools, and customer outcomes.

• Assist others in navigating change and embracing improvements.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of forensic engineering experience is preferred.

• Ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively with a cross-functional team of experts.

• Excellent technical writing skills.

• Strong verbal communication abilities.

• Capacity to deliver exceptional customer service to clients.

• Technical proficiency with computers, phones, cameras, and similar equipment.

• Expert Witness experience is a plus.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or restrictions.

• A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Minnesota is required, or eligibility through reciprocity.

• Capability to perform fieldwork, including inspections in confined spaces and on roofs.

• Ability to carry ladders and operate necessary equipment.

• Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally by vehicle or plane.

• Openness to complete some overnight travel.

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or a closely related field from an ABET-accredited university is required.

• A Master of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan with company matching.

• Paid time off and company-recognized holidays.

• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources.

• Support for professional development.

• Additional nondiscretionary compensation based on billable productivity exceeding a minimum threshold.

• Option to transition to a compensation model primarily based on a higher percentage of billable rate applied to all billable hours worked.