Forensic Engineer

YA Group; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-focused culture

Work-life balance

100% Remote

Flexible vacation & Paid holidays

Paid family care/sick leave

Parental leave

Comprehensive benefits

401k w/match

Job summary

YA Group is seeking engineers, architects, and construction professionals to serve clients in forensic consulting, focusing on construction defect investigations and litigation support. Roles span various levels and emphasize independent work and collaboration with insurers, defense, and plaintiff attorneys.

This 100% remote opportunity offers flexible vacation, comprehensive benefits, 401k match, and the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Licensed engineer or architect preferred (PE/EIT/AIA licensure).
• Background as a forensic engineer or architect with construction focus preferred.
• Experience with construction defect claims and litigation processes preferred.
• Ability to travel with reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and analysis of structures with emphasis on construction defects.
• Prepare detailed and accurate reports on findings.
• Provide expert testimony and support during litigation.
• Develop and maintain client relationships within the CD service line.
• Attend and coordinate meetings with clients.
• Attend on-site inspections and document field conditions.
• Identify root causes and extent of damage by evaluating data and material properties.
• Ensure job files and deliverables are well-organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Independent worker

Team player

Travel ability

Education

Professional licensure (PE/EIT/AIA)

Job description

The Role

We are looking for engineers, architects, and other qualified construction professionals, at various levels of experience, who can function as experts servicing the following clients: large complex loss examiners for the insurer, defense attorneys representing contractors who have allegedly performed defective or otherwise non-conforming work, plaintiff attorneys representing the property owners.

The Role

We are looking for engineers, architects, and other qualified construction professionals, at various levels of experience, who can function as experts servicing the following clients: large complex loss examiners for the insurer, defense attorneys representing contractors who have allegedly performed defective or otherwise non-conforming work, plaintiff attorneys representing the property owners.

Who We Are

YA Group is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, YA has over 800 professionals dedicated to excellence, partnership, and driving innovation.

YA Engineering Services (“YAES”) is a national forensic multi-disciplinary consulting firm. YAES provides immediate response to new assignments, performs investigations in a timely manner, and provides comprehensive reports that are clear, concise, and backed by reasonable analyses and recommendations. YAES offers a team of highly qualified, technically excellent engineering professionals who work seamlessly together to service the needs of our clients.

In This Role, You Will

• Conduct or assist in thorough investigations and analysis of residential, commercial, and industrial structures with an emphasis on construction defect assignments.
• Prepare or assist with detailed and accurate reports on findings.
• Provide or assist with expert testimony and support during litigation processes.
• Develop and maintain client relationships within the CD service line.
• Attend and coordinate meetings with clients.
• Attend on-site inspections and document field conditions.
• Identify the root cause and extent of damage by evaluating data, environmental factors, and material properties.
• Ensure job files, documentation, and deliverables are well-organized.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• PE, EIT, or AIA license preferred.
• Varying experience levels considered; 1-2 years relevant experience preferred.
• Familiarity with construction defect claims and litigation processes preferred.
• Strong client relationship management skills, with an existing or developing client base in the CD service line highly preferred.
• Understanding of the design/construction of residential, commercial, and/or industrial structures.
• Background as a forensic engineer or architect, with a construction focus, preferred.
• Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to travel with reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer

• Employee-focused culture
• Strong commitment to work-life balance
• 100% Remote work
• Flexible vacation & Paid holidays
• Paid family care/sick leave
• Parental leave
• Comprehensive benefits
• 401k w/match

Fraudulent Recruitment Alert

Please be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment attempts. YA will never ask for personal financial information (such as bank account numbers or identification numbers) via social media or chat-based apps. We also will not request money for the purchase of business equipment, post job opportunities on Craigslist or conduct interviews solely via text message.

All official email communications regarding your application will come from [e-mail] or directly from a member of our talent team using an @yagroup.com domain name.

If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us directly at [e-mail].

Disclosures

As part of our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support candidate screening and evaluation. These tools are designed to assist—rather than replace—human decision-making, and all employment decisions are made by our recruiting team in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to equal employment opportunity.

Where required by law, we will provide additional information about the use of these tools, including their purpose, and offer alternative processes or accommodations upon request.