Remote Forensic Structural Engineer III

Salas O'Brien; Florida; Remote; USD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

Salas O’Brien is seeking an experienced Forensic Structural Engineer in the Tampa or Orlando area. This remote/home-office role involves investigating and evaluating structural damage from storms, fires, construction defects, and other events.

You will write high-quality reports, communicate with clients and stakeholders, travel locally as needed, and own projects from inspection through final conclusions while collaborating with our cross‑functional team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of forensic engineering experience; 5–10 years preferred.
• Must work independently and with a cross-functional team of experts.
• Strong technical writing skills; ability to write effective reports and strong verbal communication.
• Must provide the utmost in customer service to clients.
• Technical proficiency with computers, phones, cameras, etc.
• Expert Witness experience is preferred.
• You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or any restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Forensic Investigations: conduct site inspections to determine the cause, origin, and extent of structural damage; evaluate failure modes and contributing factors.
• Analysis & Reporting: develop clear, well‑supported conclusions and produce high‑quality technical reports, documentation, and deliverables.
• Client Communication: provide timely, professional updates to clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders; manage expectations.
• Collaboration & Independence: work independently from a home office while leveraging internal experts and resources; build long‑term relationships with colleagues, clients, and partners.
• Project Ownership: drive issues to resolution with internal and external stakeholders; ensure deliverables meet standards.
• Continuous Improvement: contribute ideas that strengthen processes, tools, and customer outcomes.

Skills

Independent work

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Customer service

Travel willingness

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Civil/Structural Eng

MS in Civil/Structural Eng

Job description

Salas O’Brien is seeking an experienced Forensic Structural Engineer in the Tampa or Orlando area. This remote/home-office role involves investigating and evaluating structural damage from storms, fires, construction defects, and other events.

You will write high-quality reports, communicate with clients and stakeholders, travel locally as needed, and own projects from inspection through final conclusions while collaborating with our cross‑functional team.