Remote Forensic Civil & Structural Engineer (PE)

Keystone Experts and Engineers, LLC; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Keystone Experts & Engineers is seeking licensed (PE) Civil/Structural engineers for remote, part-time forensic investigations of site issues including damage origins and construction defects. You'll work with a multidisciplinary team assessing residential, commercial, and industrial properties.

The role focuses on site evaluations, documenting conditions, and providing defensible conclusions with timely reporting for insurance claims and litigation support.

Qualifications

• Active PE license required.
• Degree in civil or structural engineering or similar field.
• Well-versed in building materials, codes, construction methods & common modes of failure.
• Ability to access roof, attic and crawl space areas.
• Ability to adhere to tight deadlines.
• Availability to inspect within 5–7 days.
• Tech-savvy across software platforms, tools & investigative techniques.
• Outstanding written & verbal communications skills.
• Analytical mind with strong problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations of accidents or disasters to determine causes and contributing factors.
• Evaluate structural or water damage caused by natural disasters.
• Ensure proper maintenance & construction of affected building components & systems.
• Safely access roofs, attics & crawl spaces to photo document areas of interest.
• Identify and interview witnesses and/or other key parties involved.
• Prepare & submit findings and recommendations for insurance claims or litigation matters.

Skills

Forensic investigations

PE license

Construction knowledge

Interview witnesses

Damage assessment

Report writing

Code knowledge

Education

Civil/Structural engineering degree

Job description

Keystone Experts & Engineers is seeking licensed (PE) Civil/Structural engineers for remote, part-time forensic investigations of site issues including damage origins and construction defects. You'll work with a multidisciplinary team assessing residential, commercial, and industrial properties.

The role focuses on site evaluations, documenting conditions, and providing defensible conclusions with timely reporting for insurance claims and litigation support.