Senior/Principal Forensic Engineer - Civil/Structural

Engineering Design & Testing Corp.; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Design & Testing Corporation seeks a Senior/Principal Forensic Engineer - Civil/Structural to lead investigations of buildings, assess damage, review codes, and prepare expert reports.

The role requires a P.E. license, 7+ years of civil/structural experience, travel readiness, and strong communication skills. You will work with clients and teams to deliver technically sound conclusions and defend them in depositions when needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• High integrity and ethics in professional practice.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations of residential, commercial, and industrial structures.
• Perform structural analysis, damage assessments, and material testing.
• Prepare forensic reports detailing observations, data, and conclusions.
• Provide expert testimony and collaborate with clients and attorneys.
• Coordinate case budgets, site visits, and deliverables, with regular client updates.
• Manage in-house and sub-contractor resources to meet deadlines.

Skills

Excellent communication

Analytical thinking

Independent worker

Travel readiness

Education

B.S. or M.S. Civil/Structural Engineering

P.E. License (NCEES)

Job description

Senior/Principal Forensic Engineer - Civil/Structural

Serves as the Engineer-In-Charge (“EIC”) managing and conducting investigations involving residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, structures, and structural components, including roofing, fenestration, foundations, and building envelopes. Performs structural analysis, hazard and damage assessments, lab and field testing of construction materials, design and construction defect evaluations, and premises liability evaluations. Must be a licensed professional engineer with a thorough understanding of fundamental engineering principles along with a firm understanding of applicable local, state, and federal building codes and standards, including but not limited to, the American Concrete Institute (“ACI”), American Institute of Steel Construction (“AISC”), American Society of Civil Engineers (“ASCE”), and the International Building Code (“IBC”). Provides expert judgment and forms objective, fact-based, technically sound opinions and unbiased conclusions on case assignments from insurance adjusters, independent adjusters, attorneys, and other non-legal, non-insurance clients. Must be willing to travel and physically able to climb, stand, walk, and kneel for extended periods of time. Is able to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions, both indoors and outdoors, and access work on roofs, scaffolds, lifts, and other elevated surfaces and enclosed spaces with the appropriate personal protective equipment and training. Is self-motivated and capable of working independently as well as in a group environment with a dedication to ethics, quality, and customer service.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Working independently, while ensuring the timely and cost-effective execution of assigned cases

Serving as the primary point of contact with clients, including development and coordination of case budgets, work orders, site visits, cost estimates, and associated deliverables. Maintaining contact with clients on active cases to provide status updates, including case spend and budget status, and address questions, needs, or concerns at least every other week, or as otherwise agreed upon

Assisting with the development and ongoing updates to the scopes of work associated with assigned cases, as necessary

Making independent decisions for assigned cases, including the selection of applicable analysis and testing methodologies and identification and selection of resources relevant to execution of the established scope of work

Managing resources for assigned cases, including both in-house and third-party subcontractors where applicable, to meet established deadlines

Engaging other disciplines to address areas of assignments outside of your experience or expertise/discipline, where necessary

Conducting onsite investigations, testing, and gathering applicable field data on residential, commercial, and industrial properties to assess damage and gather evidence of loss

Reviewing and interpreting relevant building codes as necessary for issues pertaining to the established scope of work

Preparation of repair and/or replacement cost estimates, as necessary

Participating in conference calls and/or in-person meetings with clients regarding investigation status and results

Preparation of forensic reports clearly detailing the observations made, documentation and data collected, testing results, applicable research conducted, and the associated conclusions, with a goal to issue reports within ten (10) business days following the completion of the site exam unless otherwise agreed to by client

Providing technical support and testifying as an expert witness in depositions and court proceedings, as necessary

Collaborating with clients, colleagues, attorneys, and other industry professionals, as necessary

Maintaining weekly updates to case status reports and working with the Regional Engineering Manager and Chief Engineer to address any issues with clients or your assigned cases

Conducting research and keeping current with industry best practices and emerging technologies

Developing technical topics for publication, industry presentations, and both internal and external training and continuing education development

Supporting EDT’s marketing and business development resources, including occasionally participating in client-relations meetings, attending industry conferences, preparing marketing and technical presentations, assisting with the development of marketing materials, preparing industry blogs and white papers, and engaging with other industry professionals

Participating in EDT’s mentorship program and supporting the training and development of new engineers in conjunction with the Chief Engineer and assigned Training Coordinator

Secure and maintain professional licensure (at Company’s expense) in all states where conducting investigations, including remaining current on any continuing education requirements, as necessary

Requirements

Requirements:

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities

A high degree of integrity, honesty, and moral values adhering to the Professional Engineer Code of Ethics

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as within a team environment

A collaborative demeanor with the ability to work through conflict, differing perspectives and opinions, and communicate across differing backgrounds and education levels

Ability to travel out-of-town, with periodic overnight travel required

Have strong PC, Tablet, and software skills, including:

B.S. or M.S. Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required

7+ years’ experience in civil/structural engineering, preferably with residential or commercial properties

Experience in storm damage and building envelope evaluation or forensic engineering preferred, but not required

P.E. License with NCEES registration required

Valid driver’s license required

About the Company

Engineering Design & Testing Corporation (“EDT”) is a professional services organization providing forensic engineering, technical consulting, fire investigation, risk mitigation, and associated services across the United States. Founded in 1978, EDT brings more than 45 years of experience providing objective civil/structural, mechanical, and electrical forensic engineering analysis, accident reconstruction services, and expert witness and litigation support to industrial, manufacturing, insurance, and legal professionals requiring comprehensive, unbiased, technically sound opinions and reporting with a holistic perspective.
As an Employee-Owned company, our team of highly qualified experts are vested in delivering cost-effective, responsive, and reliable professional services and deliverables to our clients.