Remote Senior Forensic Structural Engineer – Columbus

Haag, a Salas O'Brien Company; Ohio; Remote; USD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness programs and employee support

Job summary

Haag, a Salas O’Brien Company, is seeking a senior Forensic Structural Engineer to work remotely from the Columbus, OH area. The role involves investigating structural damage from storms, fires, design defects, and other events, and delivering defensible, high-quality reports.

You will independently manage investigations, collaborate with internal experts, and communicate clearly with clients and stakeholders. Ohio PE licensure is required or eligible by reciprocity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years forensic engineering experience required; 5–10 years preferred.
• Must be able to work independently and with a cross-functional team.
• Strong technical writing skills are required; the ability to write effective reports is critical.
• Strong verbal communication skills are necessary; you should be an effective communicator in face‑to‑face interactions.
• The ability to provide the utmost in customer service to our clients is a must.
• 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.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Ohio is required, or eligible by reciprocity.
• Bachelor/Master degrees from ABET‑accredited programs are required/desirable.

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.
• Project Ownership: Drive issues to resolution with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring deliverables meet standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute ideas that strengthen processes, tools, and customer outcomes.

Skills

Forensic engineering

Independent work

Technical writing

Communication

Customer service

Computers proficiency

Expert Witness experience

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Haag, a Salas O’Brien Company, is seeking a senior Forensic Structural Engineer to work remotely from the Columbus, OH area. The role involves investigating structural damage from storms, fires, design defects, and other events, and delivering defensible, high-quality reports.

You will independently manage investigations, collaborate with internal experts, and communicate clearly with clients and stakeholders. Ohio PE licensure is required or eligible by reciprocity.