Forensics Engineer

CyberCoders; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with employer contribution

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Dental and vision coverage

8.5 paid holidays annually

PTO/Sick Leave - 15 days

PTO after 5 years - 20 days

PTO after 10 years - 25 days

Licensing and CE opportunities

Professional development and training

Career growth opportunities

Flexible work environment

Job summary

CyberCoders is partnering with a well-established engineering consulting firm to hire a licensed Forensic Structural Engineer in the Phoenix area. Investigate structural damage across residential, commercial, and industrial properties and develop repair solutions to restore buildings and communities.

You will perform field inspections, evaluate failures, and prepare detailed forensic reports while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with field inspections or damage investigations.
• Experience preparing engineering reports and documentation.
• Ability to travel throughout the Phoenix area.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural damage investigations and field inspections on various properties.
• Evaluate failures and develop repair recommendations with engineering calculations.
• Prepare forensic engineering reports and technical documentation.
• Conduct structural assessments related to damages (fire, flood, vehicle impacts, movement).
• Support projects and collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Structural analysis software

Job description

Position Overview

I am partnering with a well-established engineering consulting firm seeking a licensed Forensic Structural Engineer to investigate structural damage and develop repair solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. This is an opportunity to play a direct role in restoring buildings and communities, apply your technical expertise to complex real-world challenges, and grow your career within a collaborative team that values quality, continuous learning, and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural damage investigations and field inspections on residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
• Evaluate structural failures and develop repair recommendations supported by engineering calculations.
• Prepare detailed forensic engineering reports, findings, and technical documentation.
• Conduct structural assessments related to fire, flood, vehicle impacts, foundation movement, and other damage events.
• Support structural engineering and consulting projects while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor\'s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience performing field inspections, structural assessments, or damage investigations
• Experience preparing engineering reports and technical documentation
• Experience evaluating and repairing damaged structural systems
• Valid driver\'s license and ability to travel throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area

Nice to Have

• Structural Engineer (SE) license
• Master\'s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
• Experience with forensic engineering investigations
• Experience with structural failure investigations
• Experience with structural damage assessments and repair design
• Experience with AutoCAD
• Special inspection experience involving concrete, masonry, and structural steel

Compensation

Salary: $85,000 - $120,000 base salary, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Company-paid medical coverage
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with a 3% employer contribution and no employee match requirement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability insurance
• Company-paid long-term disability insurance
• Optional dental and vision coverage
• 8.5 paid holidays annually
• 15 days of PTO/Sick Leave
• 20 days of PTO after 5 years of service
• 25 days of PTO after 10 years of service
• Paid licensing and continuing education opportunities
• Internal and external professional development and training
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work environment where ideas and contributions are valued
• Opportunity to make a direct impact by helping restore homes, businesses, and communities following structural damage events