Structural Forensic Engineer, PE – Independent Contractor 1099

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

📋 Description

• Execute forensic investigations related to structural failures, collapses, construction defects, and property damage claims.

• Conduct site inspections and collect field data, measurements, photographs, and necessary documentation.

• Evaluate structural systems to ascertain the cause, origin, and extent of damages or failures.

• Utilize engineering principles, relevant codes, standards, and industry best practices to formulate conclusions.

• Develop clear, concise, and technically robust forensic engineering reports.

• Act as an expert witness in depositions, mediation, arbitration, and trial proceedings when necessary.

• Share findings with clients, attorneys, insurance professionals, and other stakeholders.

• Stay updated on building codes, engineering standards, and methodologies for forensic investigations.

• Carry out other project-related consulting services as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in good standing; preference for multiple state licensure.

• Previous experience in forensic engineering is preferred.

• Proven experience in investigating structural failures, construction defects, and issues related to damage causation.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%, including short-notice travel for catastrophic events, natural disasters, and large-scale property loss investigations.

• Valid driver’s license and capability to travel independently to inspection sites within the assigned region.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing capabilities.

• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.

• Experience in providing litigation support, depositions, or expert testimony is preferred.

• Ability to handle multiple assignments independently and meet project deadlines.

• U.S. Persons Only: must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee due to ITAR requirements.

• Contractor is responsible for relevant taxes, licensing requirements, insurance, and business expenses.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible workload and scheduling options.

• Competitive compensation based on the scope and complexity of assignments.

• Project-based assignments available.

• Opportunity to engage in investigations across residential, commercial, and industrial projects.