Remote Forensic Civil/Structural Engineer - Part-Time (PE)

Keystone Experts Engineers; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Keystone Experts Engineers in Lubbock, Texas seeks a licensed Civil/Structural Forensic Engineer for remote, part-time contract work. You will perform forensic investigations to determine causes of site issues, including design and construction defects and weather-related damage.

Responsibilities include site evaluations, documenting conditions, evaluating damage from natural disasters, and providing findings to support insurance claims or litigation.

Qualifications

• Active PE license required.
• Degree in civil or structural engineering or similar field.
• Experience conducting forensic investigations to determine cause and origin of site issues.
• Ability to access roof, attic and crawl space areas.
• Ability to adhere to tight deadlines.
• Availability to perform site inspections within 5–7 days.
• Tech-savvy across multiple software platforms, tools/equipment and investigative techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations of accidents or disasters to determine causes and contributing factors.
• Evaluate structural or water damage from natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, wind events, hail storms or floods.
• Ensure proper maintenance and construction of affected building components and systems.
• Safely access roofs, attics and crawl spaces to photo document areas of interest.
• Identify and interview witnesses and/or other key parties involved.
• Prepare and submit findings and recommendations for insurance claims or litigation.

Skills

Professional Engineering license

Building codes / materials knowledge

Roof access / crawl spaces

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Meeting tight deadlines

Investigative techniques

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

Investigation tools

Photo/documentation gear

Job description

Keystone Experts Engineers in Lubbock, Texas seeks a licensed Civil/Structural Forensic Engineer for remote, part-time contract work. You will perform forensic investigations to determine causes of site issues, including design and construction defects and weather-related damage.

Responsibilities include site evaluations, documenting conditions, evaluating damage from natural disasters, and providing findings to support insurance claims or litigation.