Civil Structural Engineer (Forensic Engineering)

SEA, Ltd; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Company-paid vacation, holiday, and S

Sick leave

Parental leave

Company-funded HSA

Employee assistance program

Wellness rewards program

On-site workout facility

Job summary

S-E-A is a forensic engineering firm with over 50 years of experience seeking an experienced civil/structural engineer to conduct field investigations, analyze failures across residential, commercial and industrial properties, and determine causes, origins and extent of structural problems. Requirements include a Bachelor's in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's a plus), Texas P.E.

within 6 months, seven years post‑graduate experience, excellent written and verbal communication, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• Seven years of post-academic civil/structural experience preferred.
• P.E. registration in Texas or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and analyze failures across residential, commercial and industrial properties.
• Determine the cause, origin and extent of structural failures and building system issues.
• Prepare oral and written reports that document causes of failure and remediation.
• Deliver professional presentations and develop client relationships.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal and communication skills

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree a plus

Job description

S-E-A is a forensic engineering firm with over 50 years of experience serving as a neutral, third part subject expert, analyzing technical failures. Our engineers reverse engineer and look for the 'why' when things fail. Prior forensic industry experience strongly preferred.

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.