Structural Engineer – Forensic Expert | Robson Forensic

Pennsylvania Society of Professional Engineers; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading expert consulting firm is seeking a Structural Engineering Forensic Expert with over 15 years of hands-on experience. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a P.E. license, and is eager to transition into forensic work. Responsibilities include investigating incidents, writing expert reports, and providing testimony. This role offers continuous learning and collaboration with recognized professionals in a dynamic environment. The position is based in Lancaster, PA, with travel requirements averaging 20%.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of hands-on structural engineering experience.
• P.E. license required; S.E. license is a plus.
• Willingness to travel about 20% on average.

Responsibilities

• Investigate structural engineering related incidents.
• Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
• Provide expert testimony.

Skills

Structural engineering expertise

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

You are a P.E. with 15+ years of hands‑on structural engineering experience, seeking an intellectually stimulating new challenge. You have a broad understanding of design and construction.

You are already an expert. Robson Forensic will train you to be a forensic expert.

About Us:

Robson Forensic is a national leader in expert witness consulting, providing technical expertise across many fields within engineering, architecture, science, and a broad range of specialty disciplines.

Employees at Robson Forensic work alongside highly respected experts from both industry and academia. Our forensic experts are engaged in meaningful casework that is consequential to industry and society. Robson Forensic provides a unique working dynamic that blends collaboration and autonomy.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

As a Structural Engineering Forensic Expert, you will:

• Investigate structural engineering related incidents.
• Analyze structural engineering procedures, applying your comprehensive knowledge of standards and practices.
• Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
• Provide expert testimony.

You will delve into the “why” behind incidents, critically assessing decision‑making, operational procedures, causation, and the standard of care. This role offers you a chance to:

• Use your cumulative training, experience, and critical thinking skills.
• Collaborate with highly respected experts.
• Continuously learn and grow.
• Make a tangible difference.

Qualifications

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• You have a P.E. license and your S.E license is a plus.
• You have 15+ years of hands‑on structural engineering experience.
• You have broad structural and vertical construction experience (horizontal also is a plus).
• You have construction management, maintenance, and structural design experience in residential, industrial, institutional, or commercial structures.
• You can work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• You have excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• You are willing to travel about 20% on average.
• You have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and the ability to drive.
• Prior forensic experience is not required. We seek professionals eager to apply their deep industry knowledge to a challenging new area.

1570 Fruitville Pike, Ste. 300
Lancaster, PA 17601
United States
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