Forensic Engineer

Thomas Young Group; Texas; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Thomas Young Group, a globally recognized consulting firm, seeks a Forensic Civil engineer to solve complex building failures and structural challenges across Texas. You will join a multidisciplinary team in a people-first culture that emphasizes professional growth, thought leadership, and flexible work arrangements.

As a licensed P.E. in Texas with 5+ years in structural design and 1–2 years in forensic engineering, you will conduct investigations, perform field assessments, develop detailed

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas.
• BS in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• 5+ years in structural design/analysis; 1–2 years in forensic engineering.
• Experience with steel, concrete, masonry, and wood-framed construction.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and forensic investigation methods.
• Excellent technical writing and client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic investigations into structural damage, building envelope failures, and construction defects.
• Perform field assessments of damaged or failed structures (roofing, cladding, framing, etc.).
• Develop detailed technical reports, including cause-and-origin analyses and repair recommendations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams on integrated investigation strategies.
• Interact directly with clients, insurers, and attorneys to communicate findings and support decision-making.

Skills

Forensic engineering

Structural analysis

Technical writing

Client communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering

Job description

Join a globally recognized consulting firm as a Forensic Civil, helping solve complex building failures and structural challenges across Texas. With nearly 70 years of industry leadership, this firm is known for delivering unbiased, technically rigorous evaluations for insurers, legal teams, and real estate owners. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team of experts in a supportive, people-first culture that emphasizes professional growth, thought leadership, and flexible work arrangements.

What you'll be doing:

Conduct forensic investigations into structural damage, building envelope failures, and construction defects

Perform field assessments of damaged or failed structures (roofing, cladding, framing, etc.)

Develop detailed technical reports, including cause-and-origin analyses and repair recommendations

Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams on integrated investigation strategies

Interact directly with clients, insurers, and attorneys to communicate findings and support decision-making

What we're looking for:

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Texas

BS in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering

5+ years in structural design/analysis; minimum 1–2 years in forensic engineering

Experience with steel, concrete, masonry, and wood-framed construction

Strong knowledge of building codes and forensic investigation methods

Excellent technical writing and client communication skills

More reasons to apply:

Work on intellectually stimulating and impactful forensic projects across diverse industries

Be part of a collaborative team of national experts in a highly respected firm

Competitive base salary ($140K–$170K) + strong performance bonus program

Hybrid/flexible work model with autonomy and work-life balance

Excellent benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life/disability insurance