Civil Structural Engineer (Forensic Engineering)

S-E-A

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Company-paid vacation

Holiday and sick leave

Parental leave

Company-funded HSA

Employee assistance program

Wellness rewards program

On-site workout facility

Job summary

S-E-A seeks a Senior Structural Engineer in Houston, TX to conduct field investigations, analyze failures across residential, commercial and industrial properties, and determine causes and extents of structural issues. The role involves site evaluations, site visits, and providing remediation recommendations.

The candidate will prepare written reports, deliver professional presentations, and support expert testimony when needed, requiring strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.
Seven years of post-academic civil/structural experience.
P.E. registration in Texas (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
Strong writing skills are essential.
Public speaking experience is a plus.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Investigate and analyze failures across residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
Identify causes/origins of structural failures and related building issues.
Conduct site evaluations, subsurface investigations, and site visits.
Prepare clear oral and written reports documenting causes, extent of loss, and remediation.
Support conclusions with expert testimony in legal proceedings.
Maintain professional knowledge through ongoing education and professional societies.
Develop client relationships and present findings to clients.

Skills

Writing skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Education

B.S. Civil/Structural Eng

M.S. preferred

Job description

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

Conduct field investigations and analyze failures involving all types of structures and construction problems including residential, commercial and industrial properties
Determine of the cause, origin, and extent of structural failures, water intrusions, construction defects and building system failures including envelope, roof, wall and glazing
Assignments may include foundation settlement investigations, structural assessments, site evaluations, sub-surface investigations, vibration analysis, construction site accidents and building egress accident evaluations
Analyze failures in buildings and other infrastructure systems by conducting site visits and applying engineering principles and practices in accordance with codes and industry standards
Conduct unbiased investigations for various types of clients
Responsible for retention and development of client relations
Prepare oral and written reports in layman's terms that document causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediation
Deliver professional presentations, develop client relationships and promote self to client groups
Ability to support conclusions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings
Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies

Position Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required, Master's degree a plus
A minimum of seven years of post-academic civil/structural experience
P.E. (Professional Engineer) registration required through testing in Texas, or ability to obtain Texas P.E. within 6 months
Must possess strong writing skills
Public speaking experience a plus
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel 25% of the time
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Ability to climb ladders and inspect roofs
Ability to carry equipment to and from job sites
Ability to work at various heights on structures
Ability to maneuver in and around buildings and in confined spaces
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues
Ability to drive in all conditions
Ability to fly on airplanes
Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
Ability to learn a new industry and obtain required certifications

S-E-A places a strong value on employee health and wellness across the company. As part of this commitment, S-E-A offers several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, such as medical, dental and vision plans, company-paid vacation, holiday and sick leave, parental leave, company-funded HSA, an employee assistance program and a wellness rewards program. Additionally, most offices have an on-site workout facility.