Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental vision insurance

401k

PTO

Life insurance

Job summary

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd in the United States is seeking a Structural Engineer to perform origin-and-cause investigations for commercial, residential, and industrial structures. This is a remote role based from a home office with potential local/regional travel.

You will determine causes of structural failures, document findings, and serve as an expert witness where required. A PE license and BS in Engineering are required, with multi-state licensing preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires Professional Engineer (PE) license, minimum required for resident state.
• Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Determine origin and extent of structural failures and assess roof damage, water intrusion, post-fire damage, and related issues.
• Survey losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings.
• Investigate and document scope of damage from acute events; analyze failure causation.
• Collaborate with investigators to produce detailed reports; serve as expert witness in court/depositions.
• Maintain billable hours for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects.

Skills

PE license

Expert witness experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

The 'Apply with SEEK option' will be utilized for International applicants, mainly Australia. If this does not apply to you please use the 'Apply' option.IF YOU CARE, THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU HEREEFI 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 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. R equires 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 INCLUDEDetermine 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 buildingsConducts 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 opportunitiesSupporting meaningful work that promotes critical thinking and problem solving.Thrives when allowed flexibility and autonomyStrong team and customer service orientationSeeks to contribute to a larger purposeCraves culture of support, both giving and receivingWe offer a diverse and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental vision, 401K, PTO and more beginning your first day.WORK ENVIRONMENTWhen applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.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 poundsBe able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.Auditory/Visual : Hearing, vision and talking NEXT STEPSIf 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 $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.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.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