Forensic Engineer Contractor

DONAN; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,104 - 103,320; Part time

Job summary

Donan Engineering, powered by Alpine Intel, seeks a 1099 Independent Contractor Civil or Structural Engineer in Detroit, MI to assess damages and document findings. You will produce technical reports, communicate with clients, and deliver inspections with a focus on residential structures and forensic analysis.

This role requires PE licensure, a bachelor’s in civil/structural, 2+ years of relevant experience, strong writing, and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of work.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years in failure analysis, residential/construction knowledge, building codes or related experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site studies evaluating damages to materials or components for residential structures.
• Write technical reports with detailed and accurate information on completed projects.
• Communicate with clients to provide timelines and updates and document communications.
• Provide excellent customer service to company internal and external customers.

Skills

P.E. license

Technical writing

MS Word

Client communication

General computer skills

Report writing

Team oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

PDF editing

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 in Detroit, MI.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Related Experience: Forensic Engineer, Civil Engineer, Design Engineer, Structural Engineer, Construction Management, Residential Construction, Residential Design.

To learn more about us visit donan.com.