Forensic Structural Engineer: Field Investigations

Lvi-Associates; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Lvi-Associates in Denver seeks an Investigative Structural Engineer to join its growing team. The role targets a licensed PE who enjoys solving complex structural problems, conducting field investigations, and providing expert analysis on building failures, construction defects, and performance issues.

You will work on diverse projects across commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and mixed-use structures, with significant client interaction, technical autonomy, and opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 4+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience with concrete, steel, wood, and masonry structures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally for site investigations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic investigations of structural failures, distress conditions, and property damage claims.
• Perform site inspections of buildings and structures affected by construction defects, storms, fires, vehicle impacts, settlement, moisture intrusion, and other damage-related events.
• Analyze structural systems constructed of steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and light-gauge metal framing.
• Develop repair recommendations and rehabilitation solutions for damaged or deficient structures.
• Prepare detailed engineering reports, technical analyses, and client deliverables.
• Review construction documents, structural calculations, shop drawings, and related project records.
• Collaborate directly with attorneys, insurance carriers, property owners, contractors, architects, and other stakeholders.
• Provide expert opinions regarding cause and origin of structural failures and performance concerns.
• Conduct field measurements, documentation, and photographic assessments.
• Manage multiple investigations simultaneously while maintaining quality and responsiveness to clients.
• Support business development efforts and cultivate long-term client relationships.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Analytical thinking

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

RISA RAM ETABS SAP2000

Job description

Lvi-Associates in Denver seeks an Investigative Structural Engineer to join its growing team. The role targets a licensed PE who enjoys solving complex structural problems, conducting field investigations, and providing expert analysis on building failures, construction defects, and performance issues.

You will work on diverse projects across commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and mixed-use structures, with significant client interaction, technical autonomy, and opportunities