Senior Structural Engineer, P.E. - Large Complex Loss

EFI Global; Peoria (IL); Remote; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join their remote team. This role involves investigating structural failures and providing expert opinions on complex engineering assignments. With a focus on collaboration and customer service, you will analyze damage from various events and contribute to the company's success. The ideal candidate will hold a PE license and possess a strong background in structural damage assessment. Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and a comprehensive benefits package while making meaningful contributions in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexibility and Autonomy

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• Must hold a PE license, preferably with multi-state licensing.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Determine the origin and cause of structural failures.
• Investigate and document damage from recent events.
• Serve as an expert witness in court or depositions.

Skills

Structural Damage Assessment

Failure Analysis

Storm Damage Assessments

Post-Fire Damage Assessment

Building Integrity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) License

Job description

The 'Apply with SEEK option' will be utilized for international applicants, mainly Australia. If this does not apply to you, please use the 'Apply' option.

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving various industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in insurance fraud and arson cases to a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing, and specialty consulting. Our teams worldwide share a dedication to expertise, quality, and demonstrating that caring counts. With more than 700 professionals, including engineers, fire investigators, architects, and scientists, we are committed to technical proficiency, industry knowledge, and integrity. Our global solutions and local expertise enable us to deliver timely responses that meet our clients' expectations anywhere and anytime. Click here to learn more about EFI Global.

Seeking an Experienced Structural Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Structural Engineer with expertise in structural damage assessment and failure analysis of commercial, residential, and industrial structures. Preferred experience includes determining causes of structural failure, storm damage assessments, roof damage, building collapse, structural integrity, building envelope, post-fire damage, vehicle impact, tree impact, water intrusion, construction or design defects.

This is a remote role working from a home-based office, requiring working in various environments and some travel (local or regional). Candidates residing in the greater Chicago, Naperville, Schaumburg area are preferred. A P.E. license in Illinois is required; SE license is preferred.

Primary Purpose

To investigate failures and provide expert opinions, guidance, and leadership on complex engineering assignments, contributing to the company's profitability through engineering consulting services.

Ideal Candidate

• Apply engineering knowledge to investigate complex failures in a collaborative, energetic, and customer-focused environment.
• Deliver comprehensive analyses to diverse clients, including some of the world's most respected organizations.
• Leverage EFI Global’s broad network of experts for learning and sharing insights.
• Be part of a growing, industry-leading company known for excellence and customer service.
• Utilize professional development opportunities to grow your career.
• Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Essential Responsibilities

• Determine the origin, cause, and extent of structural failures, including roof damage, water intrusion, post-fire damage, storm damage, structural integrity, collapse, and construction defects.
• Survey losses and damage scenes in residential and commercial buildings.
• Investigate and document damage from recent events.
• Assess damages due to failures, determining failure origins for insurance and litigation support.
• Analyze failure causes and document findings.
• Collaborate with investigators to produce detailed reports.
• Serve as an expert witness in court or depositions.
• Maintain billable hours for forensic projects.

Education and Licensing

• Must hold a Professional Engineering (PE) license, preferably with multi-state licensing or active NCEES Record.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Experience as an expert witness is a plus.

Taking Care of You

• Opportunity for cutting-edge work and meaningful contributions.
• Flexibility and autonomy in work and career growth.
• Supportive team environment and comprehensive benefits starting from day one.

Next Steps

If selected for the next round, you will be contacted by a recruiter for an initial call.

Note: The starting salary range is $115,000 - $150,000, influenced by experience and location. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

This description is intended to outline the general nature of the role and may be amended at management's discretion.

EFI Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.