Forensic Structural Engineer, PE

W3Global; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a highly skilled Professional Engineer specializing in Structural Forensics for a fully remote role. You will investigate structural failures, construction defects, and other forensic matters, performing analyses and preparing technical reports to support findings and conclusions.

The position requires a strong background in structural engineering and the ability to provide expert testimony when necessary, while staying current with industry trends and applicable codes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.
• Licensed Civil/Structural Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Illinois is required; S.E. licensure is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Experience with expert testimony in legal proceedings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed forensic investigations of structural failures, collapses, and construction defects.
• Perform site inspections and gather data to support forensic analysis.
• Apply structural engineering principles to analyze and assess issues.
• Prepare concise technical reports documenting findings and conclusions.
• Provide expert testimony in legal proceedings when required.
• Stay current with industry trends, codes, and standards related to structural engineering.

Skills

Forensic engineering

Expert testimony

Site inspections

Technical reporting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Engineering

P.E. in Illinois (Civil/Structural)

S.E. licensure preferred

Job description

About The Job

This role focuses on

Structural Engineer - Forensic

Position Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Remote

About The Job

This role focuses on forensic structural engineering, including the investigation and evaluation of structural failures, construction defects, and other structural engineering matters.

The position involves performing forensic evaluations, site inspections, technical analysis, reporting, and expert witness testimony. The Professional Engineer will investigate structural issues, gather and analyze relevant information, apply structural engineering principles, and prepare clear technical reports documenting findings and conclusions.

The role may also involve providing expert testimony in legal proceedings when required and staying current with industry trends, building codes, and standards related to structural engineering.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Professional Engineer specializing in Structural Forensics. The successful candidate will play a key role in investigating and analyzing structural failures, construction defects, and other forensic engineering matters.

This position requires a strong background in structural engineering and the ability to provide expert testimony when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed forensic investigations of structural failures, collapses, and construction defects.
• Perform site inspections and gather relevant data to support forensic analysis.
• Utilize engineering principles and practices to analyze and assess structural issues.
• Prepare clear and concise technical reports outlining findings and conclusions.
• Provide expert testimony in legal proceedings when required.
• Stay current with industry trends, codes, and standards related to structural engineering.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Seeking a Licensed Civil or Structural Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Illinois. Structural Engineer (S.E.) licensure is required (other state licensure is a plus!).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Experience with expert testimony in legal proceedings is a plus.