Forensic Structural Design Engineer — Repair & Rehab Expert

Barry Isett & Associates; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement

Work-life balance

Paid vacation & holidays

ESOP

Insurance (medical/dental/vision)

401(k) match

Parental leave

Team engagement events

Branded apparel

Job summary

The Forensic Engineering Department at Barry Isett & Associates specializes in evaluating existing buildings and structures that are damaged or underperforming. We seek a Structural Design Engineer to support repair, renovation, and design projects arising from forensic investigations.

Primary focus is structural assessment, analysis, and design, with experience across wood, steel, concrete, and masonry. Forensic investigation background is ideal but not required, and PE licensure is highly

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering with focus on Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in PA, NJ, DE, MD, or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe.
• Experience with structural analysis and design.
• Experience with software such as finite element analysis and/or structural modeling software, or a willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with preparing technical assessment reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare calculation packages and drawings.
• Perform non-invasive and invasive building inspections.
• Design structural solutions for existing residential and commercial buildings.
• Design ground-up structures, as required, for buildings beyond repair.
• Prepare construction documents, calculations, and technical details to support repair designs.
• Perform site visits and detailed structural inspections to inform design recommendations.
• Evaluate structural systems and building components including superstructures, foundations, and building envelopes.
• Assist with forensic investigations by analyzing observed conditions and identifying structural deficiencies.
• Prepare clear, concise written reports documenting findings, analyses, and repair recommendations.
• Interface with property owners, facility managers, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Support project management activities from assignment through construction and invoicing.
• Respond to emergency site inspections where structural conditions may present safety concerns, as required

Skills

Structural analysis

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering

PE license

Tools

Finite Element Analysis

Structural Modeling Software

Job description

The Forensic Engineering Department at Barry Isett & Associates specializes in evaluating existing buildings and structures that are damaged or underperforming. We seek a Structural Design Engineer to support repair, renovation, and design projects arising from forensic investigations.

Primary focus is structural assessment, analysis, and design, with experience across wood, steel, concrete, and masonry. Forensic investigation background is ideal but not required, and PE licensure is highly