Forensic Structural/Civil Engineer (B.S., M.S., Ph.D. Level, PE)

Paycom - ATS; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCCA, LLC, an ATS Family of Companies, seeks a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer in Forensic Engineering to support complex loss investigations. You will apply advanced engineering judgment to assess structural failures, construction defects, and code compliance, and serve as a trusted expert to clients and insurers.

Requirements: PE license, 10+ years in forensic engineering, Civil/Mechanical degree. This full-time role is remote with Northeast focus; salary $100k–$150k per year.

Qualifications

• Experience in forensic engineering and consulting.
• Strong problem-solving ability and analytical mindset.
• Experience as expert witness and testifying strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of damages from various sources such as water intrusion, wind, vibration, impact, construction standard of care, and building envelope failure.
• Perform site and evidence inspections utilizing the latest 3D scanning technology and software, conduct testing, failure analysis, and collect data.
• Provide post damage assessments outlining scope of repairs along with temporary support systems for repair, analysis, and design of structures and foundations.
• Prepare technical reports of scientific findings and conclusions that can be understood by laypersons and supported by testimony during depositions and trials.

Skills

Forensic engineering

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD in Civil/Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

3D scanning software

Job description

Job Title

Forensic Structural/Civil Engineer

Department

Forensic Engineering

Location

REMOTE - Ideal candidate will sit in the Northeast (PA, NY, CT or MA)

Job Details: Job Location: New York - New York City, NY, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 Salary, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: First, Job Category: Engineering, ARCCA, LLC, an ATS Family of Companies, is a growing national forensic, scientific, and engineering firm with six offices nationwide located in Penns Park, PA (suburban Philadelphia); Pittsburgh, PA; Chicago, IL; Hollywood, FL; Oakland, CA; and Seattle, WA. Since 1987, ARCCA has assisted thousands of clients in addressing technical and scientific challenges while supporting litigation needs. The company’s experienced and credentialed professionals provide services in Forensic Engineering, Expert Witness Testimony, Sports Biomechanics and Human Performance, and Research, Development, Testing, and Evaluation. The quality of this work has established ARCCA as a trusted partner for insurance companies, law firms, government agencies, and corporate safety, claims, and risk management departments.

Applied Technical Services, LLC (ATS) is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. ATS serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today the company employs nearly 2,100 team members in over 95 locations across the United States.

Together, ARCCA and ATS advance a shared mission to create a safe and reliable world through precise technical and professional services.

Job Description

The Forensic Engineering Department seeks an experienced Senior Civil or Structural Engineering professional to support complex residential and commercial property loss investigations. This role is ideal for an accomplished forensic engineer who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and brings deep technical expertise to the evaluation of structural failures, construction defects, and code compliance issues. The position offers the opportunity to apply advanced engineering judgment, develop authoritative technical opinions, and serve as a trusted expert to clients, counsel, and insurers across a wide range of loss scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of damages from various sources such as water intrusion, wind, vibration, impact, construction standard of care, and building envelope failure.
• Perform site and evidence inspections utilizing the latest in 3D scanning technology and software, conduct testing, failure analysis, and collect corresponding data.
• Provide post damage assessments outlining scope of repairs along with temporary support systems for repair, analysis, and design of structures and foundations.
• Work in a fast-paced environment involving multiple projects while remaining detail oriented.
• Prepare and deliver technical/educational presentations to existing and potential client groups and/or present as a keynote speaker at technical conferences. You want to be seen and heard as the technical expert and elevate your exposure within the current and future client community.
• Enhance professional/technical knowledge and credibility through continuing education programs, review of technical publications, and the preparation of technical papers.
• Prepare technical reports of scientific findings and conclusions that can be understood by laypersons and supported by testimony during depositions and trials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelors, Master’s, or PhD degree in Civil, Mechanical, or similar Engineering disciplines.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10+ years of previous forensic engineering and consulting experience or relevant industry experience.
• Possess a strong background in and/or have a willingness to learn the necessary computer programs to evaluate incidents.
• A strong problem-solving ability, an open-minded analytical skillset, and an intense curiosity to dig deep within the physical evidence to solve the case.
• General Contractor license strongly preferred.
• Experience as an expert witness and testifying strongly preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Applied Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity andAffirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

U.S. Persons Only

A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR"). Accordingly, the company will consider only "U.S. Persons" for this position. A "U.S. Person" includes (a) U.S. citizens or nationals; (b) U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., "green card" holders); (c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.

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