Senior Forensic Structural Engineer – Failure Analysis

EFI Global; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

EFI Global in the greater Chicago area seeks a seasoned Structural Engineer to uncover root causes of structural failures and deliver expert assessments.

The ideal candidate will hold a PE license in the resident state with 8+ years in forensic engineering, structural damage assessment, and expert-witness experience. This full-time role offers leadership of investigations, cross‑team collaboration, and growth within a client-focused, global engineering firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required in resident state.
• Eight (8) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations to determine and document the scope of damage in losses.
• Survey losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings.
• Provide guidance and leadership on complex losses and forensic investigations.
• Collaborate with investigators to produce detailed reports outlining cause and origin of losses.
• Serve as an expert witness in court or depositions when needed.
• Maintain billable hours and documentation for forensic engineering projects.

Skills

Forensic engineering

Structural analysis

PE license

Report writing

Expert testimony

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

EFI Global in the greater Chicago area seeks a seasoned Structural Engineer to uncover root causes of structural failures and deliver expert assessments.

The ideal candidate will hold a PE license in the resident state with 8+ years in forensic engineering, structural damage assessment, and expert-witness experience. This full-time role offers leadership of investigations, cross‑team collaboration, and growth within a client-focused, global engineering firm.