Forensic Structural Engineer - Hybrid/Remote in Phoenix

Knott Laboratory; United States; Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Company Profit Sharing Plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Professional Development Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,250/yr

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Knott Laboratory in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Structural Engineer (P.E.) to join our investigative engineering team. This hybrid role involves field work, on-site inspections, and analysis for residential, commercial, and industrial structures.

The ideal candidate has a Civil/Structural Engineering degree, 3+ years of experience, and strong written/verbal communication. Local residency and a US work authorization are required; salary ranges $96,000–$122,000 with a hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of structural engineering experience.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple concurrent projects.
• Proficiency with Autodesk design tools and Microsoft Office Suite (Teams and SharePoint emphasized).
• Clean driving record, valid U.S. driver’s license, and reliable personal vehicle.
• Residency in the Phoenix, Arizona area (local candidates only).
• Authorization to work in the US without sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Ability to work in remote/home-office and field environments as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, CMU walls.
• Perform site assessments requiring ladders, scaffolding, lifts, attic/crawlspace access, and field environments.
• Document field conditions through measurements, photographs, notes, and diagrams.
• Analyze structural performance, evaluate failures, and determine root causes.
• Develop repair, restoration, and retrofit designs to restore structural integrity.
• Prepare detailed, professional reports for clients.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety standards, and wind/seismic load evaluations.
• Develop scopes of work, project budgets, and proposal inputs.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Provide strong client service with clear communication and timely follow-through.
• Demonstrate growth mindset with learning new software/tools.
• Build relationships with clients in a dynamic market.
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performance team environment.

Skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Project management

Autodesk design tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Autodesk design tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Teams & SharePoint)

Job description

Knott Laboratory in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Structural Engineer (P.E.) to join our investigative engineering team. This hybrid role involves field work, on-site inspections, and analysis for residential, commercial, and industrial structures.

The ideal candidate has a Civil/Structural Engineering degree, 3+ years of experience, and strong written/verbal communication. Local residency and a US work authorization are required; salary ranges $96,000–$122,000 with a hybrid schedule.