Structural Engineer

Knott Laboratory; United States; Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Company Profit Sharing Plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Professional Development Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,250/yr

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Knott Laboratory in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Structural Engineer (P.E.) to join our investigative engineering team. This hybrid role involves field work, on-site inspections, and analysis for residential, commercial, and industrial structures.

The ideal candidate has a Civil/Structural Engineering degree, 3+ years of experience, and strong written/verbal communication. Local residency and a US work authorization are required; salary ranges $96,000–$122,000 with a hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of structural engineering experience.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple concurrent projects.
• Proficiency with Autodesk design tools and Microsoft Office Suite (Teams and SharePoint emphasized).
• Clean driving record, valid U.S. driver’s license, and reliable personal vehicle.
• Residency in the Phoenix, Arizona area (local candidates only).
• Authorization to work in the US without sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Ability to work in remote/home-office and field environments as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, CMU walls.
• Perform site assessments requiring ladders, scaffolding, lifts, attic/crawlspace access, and field environments.
• Document field conditions through measurements, photographs, notes, and diagrams.
• Analyze structural performance, evaluate failures, and determine root causes.
• Develop repair, restoration, and retrofit designs to restore structural integrity.
• Prepare detailed, professional reports for clients.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety standards, and wind/seismic load evaluations.
• Develop scopes of work, project budgets, and proposal inputs.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Provide strong client service with clear communication and timely follow-through.
• Demonstrate growth mindset with learning new software/tools.
• Build relationships with clients in a dynamic market.
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performance team environment.

Skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Project management

Autodesk design tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Autodesk design tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Teams & SharePoint)

Job description

About The Role

Knott Laboratory is seeking a

Structural Forensic Engineer

Location: Phoenix, Arizona (ON SITE)

Department: Structural Engineering

Requisition ID: 1001

Experience Level: Mid-Level

Salary Range: $96,000–$122,000 annually

About The Role

Knott Laboratory is seeking a Structural Engineer (P.E.) to join our investigative engineering team in Phoenix, Arizona. This hybrid-role offers the opportunity to work on diverse forensic projects involving structural failures, investigations, and repair design across residential, commercial, and industrial structures. This role is ideal for a motivated engineer who enjoys field work, analytical problem‑solving, client interaction, and clear technical communication. You’ll conduct on-site inspections, perform structural analyses, evaluate failures, and develop recommendations for repair.

Key Responsibilities

Field Inspections & Investigations

• Conduct structural inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, as well as CMU walls.
• Perform site assessments requiring comfort with ladders, scaffolding, lifts, attic/crawlspace access, and various field environments.
• Document field conditions through measurements, photographs, notes, and diagramming.

Engineering Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze structural performance, evaluate failures, and determine root causes.
• Develop repair, restoration, and retrofit designs to restore structural integrity.
• Prepare detailed, professional reports for clients.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety standards, and current industry practices, including wind and seismic load evaluations.

Project Management & Client Support

• Develop scopes of work, project budgets, and proposal inputs.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Provide strong client service with clear communication and timely follow‑through.

Professional Growth & Contribution

• Demonstrate a growth mindset with willingness to learn new software, tools, and investigative techniques.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients in a dynamic and growing market.
• Contribute to a collaborative, high‑performance team environment.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of structural engineering experience (design, inspection, analysis, or related).
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple concurrent projects.
• Proficiency with Autodesk design tools and Microsoft Office Suite (Teams and SharePoint emphasized).
• Clean driving record, valid U.S. driver’s license, and reliable personal vehicle.
• Residency in the Phoenix, Arizona area (local candidates only).
• Ability to work in remote/home-office and field environments as required.
• Authorization to work in the US without sponsorship, now or in the future

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (or ability to obtain in the near term).
• Experience with forensic engineering, construction defect analysis, or structural failure investigations.
• Experience in litigation support environments.
• Experience in construction management or advanced structural design.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $96,000–$122,000 (commensurate with experience and qualifications)
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
• Work Setting: Hybrid — approximately 60% remote/home office and 40% field inspections
• Benefits:
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Company Profit Sharing Plan
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Professional Development Assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,250/year)
  • Mileage reimbursement

Why Join Knott Laboratory?

You’ll join a values‑driven, people‑first firm where innovation, expertise, and growth are celebrated. With over 40 years of experience, Knott Laboratory is a nationally recognized forensic engineering firm. Our engineers serve as expert witnesses and offer both pre-litigation and post-litigation consulting services, contributing to enhanced safety and the advancement of design standards.