Senior Forensic Structural Engineer (PE) – Failure & Damage Expert

EFI Global; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

EFI Global is seeking a seasoned Structural Engineer for forensic engineering, damage assessment, and failure analysis in the greater Minneapolis area. The role requires a PE license and 8 years of experience, with opportunities to lead investigations and testify as an expert witness.

Join a global, client-focused firm offering diverse projects, collaboration with a national team, and a path for professional growth in a dynamic culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license 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

Strong communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent or team work

Performance competencies

Education

Bachelor's degree

PE license

Job description

EFI Global is seeking a seasoned Structural Engineer for forensic engineering, damage assessment, and failure analysis in the greater Minneapolis area. The role requires a PE license and 8 years of experience, with opportunities to lead investigations and testify as an expert witness.

Join a global, client-focused firm offering diverse projects, collaboration with a national team, and a path for professional growth in a dynamic culture.