FORENSIC STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

Brown + Kubican, PSC; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (Medical, Dental, and

Vision

50% paid employee coverage

Health Savings Account eligible

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

In-house training opportunities

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical Leave

Job summary

Brown + Kubican, PSC seeks a Forensic Structural Engineer in Lexington, KY to lead investigations, evaluate damaged structures, and design remediation solutions. You’ll collect field data, prepare reports, and develop documents for repairs, working with clients and a team of engineers and drafters in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes independent analysis, strong technical writing, and site visits to projects often located in-state, with a preference for seasoned professionals

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the design of building structures.
• Professional Engineer Registration is required.
• Design skills in reinforced concrete, structural steel, masonry, and timber.
• Familiar with applicable design codes.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Independently investigate and gather field data related to structures and conditions.
• Prepare technical reports and construction documents for repairs and remediation.
• Review shop drawings and contractor work during construction.
• Liaise directly with clients and firm Principals.
• Inspect project sites and ensure compliance with design intent and codes.

Skills

Engineering design

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Field data collection

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer Registration

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

Self-motivation. Determination. Eagerness to learn. Passion for Excellence.

FORENSIC STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

LEXINGTON, KY

Job Description

Structural engineer familiar with historic to modern building structural systems to manage, investigate, evaluate, and design remediation for damaged or deteriorated structures. Engineer must be able to independently investigate and gather field data related to the structure (products, conditions, and dimensions), understand and utilize modern evaluation techniques such as petrography and LIDAR, and author technical reports. Technical writing ability with good organization and easy-to-understand verbage is required. Engineer to be proficient with analysis (by hand calculation and commercial software) to evaluate strength and serviceability of timber, steel, masonry, and concrete systems. Will work directly with clients as a liaison to our firm’s Principals, with assistance from support engineers and drafting technicians to develop construction documents for repairs and remediation, review shop drawings, and review contractor’s work during construction. Must maintain a professional engineering license. Projects are predominantly located in-state.

Job Requirements

• + Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
• + Minimum 10 years’ experience in the design of building structures
• + Professional Engineer Registration
• + Engineering design skills in reinforced concrete, structural steel, masonry, and timber
• + Familiar with design codes
• + Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
• + Valid driver’s license
• + Physical dexterity with ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, ascend/descend ladders and scaffolding, balance, kneel and crouch
• + Competitive Compensation:
• Hourly with overtime.
• Profit Sharing and Bonuses based on employee performance and company profitability.
• + Healthcare Benefits:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 50% paid employee coverage
• Health Savings Account eligible
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• + Professional Development:
• In-house training opportunities.
• Highly flexible and engaging environment.
• Project continuity: You’ll visit the construction sites of the projects you design.
• Variety of project sizes and types, from small-scale to mega projects exceeding $1B in construction budgets.
• + Work-Life Balance:
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Leave
• + Location, Location, Location:
• Based in beautiful Lexington, Kentucky – consistently ranked as one of the best places to live by Money Magazine and Travel + Leisure.
• Central to major cities like Louisville, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, and more!

This is a full-time, predominantly in-office position. While we value flexibility, we believe face-to-face collaboration is key to fostering a strong team culture.