Forensic Engineer Contractor

DONAN; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a 1099 Independent Contractor professional Civil or Structural Engineer in Pittsburgh. The role involves conducting site studies, writing technical reports, and maintaining communication with clients. Candidates must be a registered Professional Engineer with a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field and possess excellent written communication skills. The position requires access to tools for forensic projects and provides excellent customer service. Physical demands include standing for extended periods and lifting up to 100 lbs.

Qualifications

• Registered as an active Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the relevant state.
• Minimum two years of experience in failure analysis.
• Knowledge of residential and construction building codes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate damages during site studies for residential structures.
• Write technical reports detailing completed projects.
• Communicate and document with clients for updates.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Customer service skills

Technical writing abilities

General computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration

Tools

Microsoft Word

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 for work in the Pittsburgh area.

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 and document 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.
• Related experience: Forensic Engineer, Civil Engineer, Design Engineer, Structural Engineer, Construction Management, Residential Construction, Residential Design.

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.