Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E.

EFI Global; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering and consulting is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer specializing in structural damage assessment and failure analysis. This remote role offers a collaborative environment, the chance to work with top clients across industries, and opportunities for professional growth, all while providing comprehensive structural solutions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold a P.E. license in the resident state.
• Preferred multi-state licensing and/or active NCEES Record.
• Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and assess complex structural failures.
• Conduct investigations to document scope of damage.
• Collaborate with investigators to produce detailed reports.

Skills

Structural damage assessment

Failure analysis

Investigation

Report writing

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Job description

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IF YOU CARE, THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE

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. Click here to learn more about EFI Global.

Seeking an experienced Structural Engineer with expertise in structural damage assessment and failure analysis of commercial, residential, and industrial structures. 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 Chicago area. Must hold P.E. license in resident state.

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

NEXT STEPS

If your application is selected to advance to the next round, you will receive an e-mail notification or phone call from a recruiter to schedule an initial call.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $125,000 - $ 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.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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