Forensic Engineer

Entegee; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K plan

Voluntary benefits

Paid Sick Leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Civil Structural Forensic Engineer based in Pittsburgh, PA. The ideal candidate will evaluate storm-related structural damage and prepare forensic reports to support insurance claims. Applicants must possess a BS degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering and an active PE license in Pennsylvania or neighboring states. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $120,000.00 – $140,000.00 per year, with required on-site evaluations and inspections across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering required.
• Must possess active PE license in PA, IL, WI, or OH.
• Minimum of 2 years of forensic investigation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site forensic investigations of structures post-damage.
• Prepare reports summarizing findings for insurance claims.
• Analyze and document structural damage conditions.

Skills

Forensic investigation experience

Roof and foundation inspection

Insurance claims documentation

Damage assessment from storms

Technical report writing

Education

BS degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Civil Structural Forensic Engineer

You are a Civil/Structural Forensic Engineer responsible for on-site evaluation of storm-related structural damage and preparation of forensic reports for insurance claims.

Base Pay Range

$120,000.00 – $140,000.00 per year

Location & Availability

• Multiple Locations: Dallas, TX; Columbus, OH; Columbia, SC; North LA; Chicago, IL; Kansas
• Primary Location: Pittsburgh, PA (or other specified areas)
• Hours: 1st Shift (Monday – Friday)

Job Requirements

• BS degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Pennsylvania, Illinois, Wisconsin, or Ohio.
• Based in or able to work regularly in Pittsburgh, PA; Chicago, IL/Southern WI; Cleveland, OH.
• Forensic investigation experience on residential and commercial structures.
• Experience preparing and submitting findings and recommendations for insurance claims.
• Ability to perform physical inspections including climbing up to 30 ft on roofs with up to 40‑degree pitch.
• Ability to access crawl spaces, attics, and other confined areas for inspection.
• Physical condition adequate to safely perform on‑site inspections in a variety of field environments.

Preferred Skills

• Experience assessing damage from storms and natural events (tornadoes, hurricanes, flooding, fires).
• Experience evaluating foundations, roof systems, framing, and structural components for condition and causation of damage.
• Experience working with insurance adjusters or third‑party claim administrators.
• Experience writing detailed technical reports for legal, insurance, or regulatory audiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on‑site forensic investigations of residential and commercial structures, including roofs and foundations, following storms or other damage events.
• Inspect damage from events such as tornadoes, hurricanes, flooding, fires, and falling trees.
• Collect field data including photographs, measurements, and structural observations.
• Analyze findings to determine cause, extent, and significance of structural damage.
• Prepare detailed written reports of findings and conclusions for submission to insurance companies.
• Provide technical documentation to support claim evaluations and repair recommendations.
• Manage daily claims assignments and maintain documentation for each case from inspection through report completion.

Job Disclaimer & EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans/Disabled applicants are encouraged to apply.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short‑term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. The program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Civil Engineering and Engineering Services