Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd; California; Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

PTO

Job summary

EFI Global is seeking a Structural Engineer with expertise in structural damage assessment and failure analysis of commercial, residential, and industrial structures. This remote role from a home-based office requires flexibility and regional travel.

The ideal candidate has experience determining causes of structural failure, holds a BS in Engineering, and a PE license (multi-state licensing preferred). EFI Global offers a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative, client-focused

Qualifications

• Experience determining causes of structural failure and storm damage assessments.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering; PE license required.
• Multi-state licensing and/or active NCEES Record preferred.
• Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Determine the origin and cause, and extent of structural failures and related damages.
• Survey losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings.
• Investigate and document the scope of damage from recent acute events.
• Investigates and assesses damages due to failures and determines the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support.
• Analyzes and documents the failure analysis and causation of failures.
• Collaborates with other investigators to produce detailed reports outlining the cause and origin of losses and damages.
• Serves as an expert witness in court and/or in depositions.
• Documents and maintains billable hours for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects.

Skills

Structural analysis

Failure analysis

Expert witness

Report writing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere.

Seeking a Structural Engineer with expertise in structural damage assessment and failure analysis of commercial, residential, and industrial structures.

Experience determining causes of structural failure, storm damage assessments, roof damage, building collapse, structural integrity, building envelope, post-fire damage, vehicle impact, tree impact, water intrusion, construction or design defects. This is a remote role working from a home‑based office. Requires working in a variety of environments and a combination of travel (local or regional). Prefer candidate live in greater Los Angeles, Anaheim, San Diego, Pasadena, Long Beach, Glendale, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, or Riverside.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To investigate events, systems, devices and/or failures and provide expert opinions; to provide guidance and leadership ethically and scientifically on complex engineering assignments; to contribute to overall profitability of the company through providing expert/engineering consulting services.

Are You An Ideal Candidate?

We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver results, are customer oriented and naturally empathetic. Apply your engineering knowledge and experience to investigate and assess complex failures in the context of an energetic, people focused, entrepreneurial culture. Deliver comprehensive engineering analyses to clients who represent virtually every industry and comprise some of the world’s most respected organizations. Leverage EFI Global’s broad, global network of experts to both learn from and to share your insights. Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry‑leading global company known for its excellence and customer service. Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work and grow your career. Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path. Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial, and professional needs.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITIES MAY INCLUDE

• Determine the origin and cause, and extent of structural failures of roof damage, water intrusion, post-fire damage, storm damage assessments, structural integrity evaluations, structural collapse, building system failures, foundation/settlement, product liability, and construction defects.
• Surveys losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings.
• Conducts investigations to determine and document the scope of damage caused by a recent acute event.
• Investigates and assesses damages due to failures and determines the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support.
• Analyzes and documents the failure analysis and causation of failures.
• Collaborates with other investigators to produce detailed reports outlining the cause and origin of losses and damages.
• Serves as an expert witness in court and/or in depositions.
• Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for clients.

Education and Licensing

Requires Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university. Requires a Professional Engineering (PE) license, minimum required for resident state. Prefer multi-state licensing and/or active NCEES Record. Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

Taking Care of You

Craves cutting-edge opportunities Supporting meaningful work that promotes critical thinking and problem solving. Thrives when allowed flexibility and autonomy Strong team and customer service orientation Seeks to contribute to a larger purpose Craves culture of support, both giving and receiving We offer a diverse and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental vision, 401K, PTO and more beginning your first day.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines.

Physical: Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time. Must be able to kneel, squat or bend. Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions. Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead, Be able lift/carry up to 50 pounds Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds. Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

Compensation

For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $130,000 - $150,000. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace

EFI Global is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all qualified persons.