Forensic Engineer Contractor

Donan Engineering, LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Donan Engineering, LLC in Columbus, OH seeks a Civil or Structural Engineer for 1099 independent contractor work. You will conduct site studies to evaluate damages on residential structures and prepare detailed technical reports.

Strong written and verbal communication is essential, as is proficiency with Microsoft Word and the ability to work with clients to provide timelines and updates. A PE license is preferred and housing is not provided.

Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the work state is required or currently active.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in failure analysis; knowledge of residential construction and codes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong technical writing ability.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and general computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Site studies evaluating damages to materials or components for residential structures.
• Write a technical report with detailed information on completed projects.
• Communicate with clients to provide timelines and updates.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

Skills

Communication

Technical writing

Microsoft Word

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Eng

PE license (preferred)

Tools

PDF editing software

Job description

Welcome to Donan Engineering (Powered by Alpine Intel ), a leader in the property insurance intelligence industry. We are currently seeking a 1099 Independent Contractor professional Civil or Structural Engineer inColumbus, OH.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Site studies evaluating damages to materials or components for residential structures.
• Write a technical report providing detailed and accurate information on completed projects.
• Consistently communicate, document your communication, with clients to provide timelines and updates.
• Provide excellent customer service to company internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• Registered as an active Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state where work is assigned and accepted.
• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, etc.)
• Two plus years of experience in failure analysis, and knowledge of residential and construction, building codes, design, or related experience is highly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Required to have strong technical writing abilities with experience using Microsoft Word.
• Proficient with general computer skills (Microsoft Word, Google Chrome, etc.).
• Must have superior customer service skills, be team oriented and enjoy service-oriented work.
• Must be able to work efficiently without supervision.
• Must have access to high-speed internet service and reliable cellular reception.
• Must have or obtain a laptop with Microsoft Word and PDF editing software for report completion.
• Must have or obtain necessary equipment to perform assigned and accepted forensic projects.

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.