Senior Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with employer matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Disability and life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd is seeking a Professional Engineer to join their forensic engineering team in the greater Las Vegas area. The role involves structural damage assessment, failure analysis, and forensic investigations.

Candidates must hold a valid PE license and have a background in structural failure analysis. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Valid Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of residence.
• Experience in storm and roof damage assessments.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Determine the origin and cause of structural failures.
• Survey loss scenes and conduct inspections.
• Collaborate with investigators to produce detailed reports.

Skills

Structural failure analysis

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Professional Engineer to join our forensic engineering team in the greater Las Vegas area, specializing in structural damage assessment, failure analysis, and forensic investigations across commercial, residential, and industrial buildings. Candidates must hold a valid PE license in their state of residence.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine the origin, cause, and extent of structural failures, including roof damage, water intrusion, post-fire damage, storm damage, building system failures, foundation settlement, product liability, and construction defects.
• Survey loss scenes and conduct inspections at residential and commercial buildings.
• Investigate and document the scope of damage caused by recent acute events.
• Analyze and document failure causation for insurers and litigation support.
• Collaborate with other investigators to produce detailed reports outlining causes and origins of losses.
• Serve as an expert witness in court and depositions.
• Maintain billable hours and time- and expense records for forensic engineering projects.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Valid Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of residence; multi-state licensure and/or active NCEES record preferred.
• Experience in structural failure analysis, storm and roof damage assessments, building envelope investigations, and evaluating structural collapses.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to produce clear, comprehensive reports.
• Capacity to stand, walk, kneel, squat, and work outdoors in varied weather conditions; ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 100 pounds.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee assistance program and flexible spending account options

Equal Opportunity Employer

EFI Global is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.