Forensic Structural Engineer, PE — Failure Analysis Expert

EFI Global; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EFI Global in South Florida seeks a seasoned Structural Engineer to join its forensic engineering team. You will conduct root-cause analyses, assess storm and structural damage, and prepare expert reports for insurers and litigations.

A Florida PE license is required and at least six years of experience with residential, commercial, or industrial structures. The role offers a collaborative culture, professional growth, and flexible project assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is required.

Responsibilities

• Surveys losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings.
• Conducts investigations to determine and document the scope of damage.
• 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 Fire 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.
• Collaborates with EFI’s national team of forensic experts to leverage experiences and assist on projects.

Skills

PE license (Florida)

Forensic engineering

Structural analysis

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

EFI Global in South Florida seeks a seasoned Structural Engineer to join its forensic engineering team. You will conduct root-cause analyses, assess storm and structural damage, and prepare expert reports for insurers and litigations.

A Florida PE license is required and at least six years of experience with residential, commercial, or industrial structures. The role offers a collaborative culture, professional growth, and flexible project assignments.