Remote Forensic Civil & Structural Engineer (PE)

Keystoneforensics; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

1099 contractor

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Keystone Experts & Engineers is seeking licensed (PE) Civil and Structural Engineers to conduct forensic investigations for site issues, defects, and weather-related damage across residential, commercial, and industrial properties. This fully remote, part-time, 1099 contracted position requires evaluating failures and providing actionable recommendations.

The ideal candidate will have a PE license, a degree in civil or structural engineering, strong communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer license(s) 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 readily accept assignments and perform site inspection within 5-7 days.
• Tech-savvy across multiple software platforms, tools / equipment & investigative techniques.
• Outstanding written & verbal communications skills.
• An analytical mind and 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 such as earthquakes, hurricanes, wind events, hail storms or floods.
• 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 that can be used to resolve insurance claims or litigation matters.

Skills

Forensic investigation

Site assessment

Structural analysis

Report writing

Communication

Education

Civil or structural engineering degree

Tools

Engineering software tools

Job description

Keystone Experts & Engineers is seeking licensed (PE) Civil and Structural Engineers to conduct forensic investigations for site issues, defects, and weather-related damage across residential, commercial, and industrial properties. This fully remote, part-time, 1099 contracted position requires evaluating failures and providing actionable recommendations.

The ideal candidate will have a PE license, a degree in civil or structural engineering, strong communication skills, and the ability to