Senior Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E.

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Flexibility and autonomy

Job summary

EFI Global in the greater St. Louis area seeks a seasoned Structural Engineer to join our forensic team. You will perform structural damage assessments, failure analysis, and origin-and-cause investigations across commercial, residential and industrial structures.

Requires eight years of experience, a PE license in the resident state, and strong written and verbal communication to support expert reports and courtroom testimony. Travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is required in the resident state.
• Eight (8) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required.

Responsibilities

• Assigns engineers to client losses and manages quality control.
• Surveys losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings.
• Conduct investigations to determine and document the scope of damage.
• Collaborate with investigators to produce reports outlining cause and origin of losses.
• Serve as an expert witness in court and depositions.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

EFI Global

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere.

Role Overview

Are you a seasoned Structural Engineer with a passion for uncovering the root causes of structural failures and a talent for delivering expert assessments? We are seeking a dedicated professional engineer to join our team in the greater St. Louis area, specializing in forensic engineering, structural damage assessment, and failure analysis across commercial, residential, and industrial buildings. The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on experience in determining causes of structural failure, storm and roof damage assessments, building envelope investigations, and evaluating structural collapses. A Professional Engineer (PE) license in your state of residence is required. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and you are committed to excellence in structural diagnostics, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver results, are customer oriented and naturally empathetic. Apply your engineering knowledge and experience to investigate and assess complex failures in the context of an energetic, people focused, entrepreneurial culture. Deliver comprehensive engineering analyses to clients who represent virtually every industry and comprise some of the world’s most respected organizations. Leverage EFI Global’s broad, global network of experts to both learn from and to share your insights. Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry‑leading global company known for its excellence and customer service. Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work and grow your career. Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path. Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial, and professional needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assigns engineers to client losses in the assigned area of responsibility and manages quality control.
• Surveys losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings.
• Conduct investigations to determine and document the scope of damage.
• Provides guidance and leadership on complex losses.
• Implements engineering strategies within the assigned engineering team.
• Collaborate with other investigators to produce detailed reports outlining the cause and origin of losses and damages.
• Serves as an expert witness in court and/or in depositions.
• Documents and maintain billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for clients.
• Collaborates with EFI's national team of forensic experts to leverage experiences and assist on projects.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
• Travels as required.

Education & Licensing

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is required in the resident state.

Experience

• Eight (8) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
• Physical: Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time, kneel, squat or bend, work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions, climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead, be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds, be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds, and be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
• Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace. Our business is founded on people with the best technical skills and outstanding industry knowledge and we strive to employ and retain exceptional talent. EFI Global is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all qualified persons.