Senior Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E. — Failure-Analysis Specialist

EFI Global; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

EFI Global in Denver is seeking a seasoned Structural Engineer to join our forensic team, specializing in determining causes of structural failures across commercial, residential, and industrial buildings.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in damage assessments, envelope investigations, and evaluating collapses, with a PE license and 8+ years of relevant experience. This position offers opportunities for growth and collaborative, client-focused work.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Independent/Team oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EFI Global in Denver is seeking a seasoned Structural Engineer to join our forensic team, specializing in determining causes of structural failures across commercial, residential, and industrial buildings.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in damage assessments, envelope investigations, and evaluating collapses, with a PE license and 8+ years of relevant experience. This position offers opportunities for growth and collaborative, client-focused work.