Forensic Engineer

Recruiting Solutions LLC; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Profit Sharing Bonus

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Denver is seeking a full-time Civil Engineer to join their team. The candidate will conduct forensic investigations and deliver detailed reports while ensuring quality standards. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, including remote work options, compensatory paid time, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Registered as an active Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Engineer in Training.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in failure analysis and knowledge of building codes.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert testimony and write detailed technical reports.
• Communicate and document updates with clients.
• Travel up to 50% of the time for investigations.

Skills

Technical writing

Customer service

General computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Are you an Engineer seeking access to a variety of forensic investigation projects, professional development, and a network of 300 Professional Engineers?

We have the job for you! We are currently looking for a full-time Civil Engineer in the Denver, CO area, with a Professional Engineer to join our team. We also offer a competitive relocation reimbursement plan to the right candidate should you need to move to this area.

The Civil Structural Engineers travel in their assigned region to perform on-site investigations and deliver a written report of findings and conclusions. The engineers consistently ensure the forensic investigations conform to our quality standards by following the scientific method. Base pay can range from $85,000 to $100,000 with additional supplemental income.

As a Forensic Engineer, you will travel within your assigned region to perform on-site investigations and deliver a written report of findings and conclusions. Forensic Engineers consistently ensure the forensic investigations conform to our quality standards by following the scientific method.

Benefits and Perks

• Remote Work within Assigned Region
• Compensatory Paid Time
• 401(k) Matching
• Profit Sharing Bonus (10% of Annual Salary)
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Coverage
• HSA and HRA (Employer contributions)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability
• All Equipment Provided (company vehicle, laptop, etc.)
• License and Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert testimony as required on assigned work, with an unbiased and honest conclusion.
• Write a technical report providing detailed and accurate information on completed projects.
• Consistently communicate, document your communication, with clients to provide timelines and updates.
• Providing expert testimony and/or depositions as needed on projects in which they have been assigned.
• Must be willing to work additional hours during period of peak business demand as deemed necessary.
• Provide excellent customer service to company internal and external customers.
• Proactively pursue additional training, mentoring opportunities, licenses, education, and/or certifications (cost covered by the company).
• Travel up to 50% of the time may be required for assigned work outside of your home-region. Daily and overnight in-region travel is also required for facilitating investigations.

Qualifications

• Registered as an active Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Engineer in Training in the state applied.
• Have an active NCEES record (Or be eligible to obtain within six months of employment).
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, etc.)
• Two-three years of experience in failure analysis, knowledge of residential and/or commercial construction, building codes, design, or related experience is highly preferred.
• Required to have a valid driver’s license, with an acceptable driving record.
• Required to have strong technical writing abilities with experience using Microsoft Word.
• Proficient with general computer skills (Microsoft Calendar, Excel, Outlook, PPT, etc.).
• Must have superior customer service skills, be team oriented and enjoy service-oriented work.
• Must be able to work efficiently with periods of minimal supervision due to remote (home office) setting.
• Must have access to home high-speed internet service and reliable cellular reception.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Required to meet all standards for pre-employment physical examination.

Related Experience

Civil Engineer, Design Engineer, Structural Engineer, Construction Management, Residential Construction, Residential Design.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to stand on one’s feet for prolonged periods of time.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move objects weighing 50-100 lbs.
• Frequently required to climb onto first and second story roofs, ascend/descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
• Frequently required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Frequently required to drive a vehicle for extended periods of time.