Remote Forensic Structural Engineer III – Detroit Area

Haag, a Salas O'Brien Company; Lake Michigan Beach (MI); Remote; USD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Haag, a Salas O’Brien Company, is seeking an experienced Forensic Structural Engineer III for the Detroit, MI area. This remote/home office role investigates structural damage from storms, fires, construction defects, and related events, delivering clear, defensible conclusions and high-quality reports.

Requirements include 2+ years of forensic engineering experience (5–10 preferred), a Michigan P.E. license or reciprocity eligibility, and a B.S.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of forensic engineering experience; 5–10 years preferred.
• P.E. license in Michigan required, or eligible by reciprocity.

Responsibilities

• Forensic Investigations: conduct site inspections to determine cause, origin, and extent of structural damage.
• Analysis & Reporting: develop clear, well-supported conclusions and produce high-quality technical reports.
• Client Communication: provide timely, professional updates to clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Collaboration & Independence: work independently from a home office while leveraging internal experts and resources.
• Project Ownership: drive issues to resolution with internal and external stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement: contribute ideas to strengthen processes, tools, and customer outcomes.

Skills

Forensic engineering

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering ABET

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Haag, a Salas O’Brien Company, is seeking an experienced Forensic Structural Engineer III for the Detroit, MI area. This remote/home office role investigates structural damage from storms, fires, construction defects, and related events, delivering clear, defensible conclusions and high-quality reports.

Requirements include 2+ years of forensic engineering experience (5–10 preferred), a Michigan P.E. license or reciprocity eligibility, and a B.S.