Structural Engineer, P.E. - Senior Forensic Consultant

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd; Tallahassee (FL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Structural Engineer to join their team as a Senior Forensic Consultant. This remote role offers the opportunity to investigate complex engineering failures and provide expert guidance in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Professional Engineering license and a strong background in structural damage assessment. You'll be at the forefront of engineering consulting, working on diverse projects that require critical thinking and problem-solving skills. If you are driven by results and have a passion for making a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Requires PE license and BS in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Experience in structural damage assessment and failure analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate causes of structural failures and provide expert opinions.
• Conduct surveys and document findings for property and liability losses.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to deliver detailed reports.

Skills

Structural Damage Assessment

Failure Analysis

Expert Testimony

Storm Damage Assessments

Building Integrity Analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) License

Tools

Engineering Software

Report Writing Tools

Job description

Structural Engineer, P.E. - Senior Forensic Consultant

Apply locations Tallahassee, FL time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R51412

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IF YOU CARE, THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts.

Seeking an experienced Structural Engineer with expertise in structural damage assessment and failure analysis of commercial, residential, and industrial structures. Experience 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 is preferred. This is a remote role working from a home based office. Must hold Florida professional engineer license. Prefer candidate living in greater Tallahassee area.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To investigate events, systems, devices and/or failures and provide expert opinions; to provide guidance and leadership ethically and scientifically on complex engineering assignments; to contribute to overall profitability of the company through providing expert/engineering consulting services.

Are You An Ideal Candidate?

We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver results, are customer oriented and naturally empathetic.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Provides guidance and leadership to newer colleagues and/or those with less experience on complex engineering assignments.
• Surveys property, casualty and liability losses, typically at residential and commercial buildings and loss scenes.
• Conducts investigations to determine the root cause of events and failures.
• Works closely with engineers and investigators to produce detailed reports, drawings, and/or outline the cause and origin of losses and damages.
• Develops plans, reports and drawings to meet client’s needs and/or determine and document the failure analysis and causation of failures.
• Provides expert testimony in a court of law and/or in depositions.
• Determines applicable engineering practices to fulfill the prescribed scope of work, project specifics, timelines, and cost estimates for the professional services provided.
• Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and engineering projects for clients.
• Collaborates with sales and operations managers, architects, developers, insurance adjusters, claims managers and attorneys to develop demand for your professional services.
• Collaborates with EFI’s national team of forensic experts to leverage experiences and assist on projects.

Education and Licensing:

• Requires Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Requires a Professional Engineering (PE) license, minimum required for resident state. Prefer multi-state licensing and/or active NCEES Record.
• Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

Taking Care of You:

• Craves cutting-edge opportunities.
• Supporting meaningful work that promotes critical thinking and problem solving.
• Thrives when allowed flexibility and autonomy.
• Strong team and customer service orientation.
• Seeks to contribute to a larger purpose.
• Craves culture of support, both giving and receiving.
• We offer a diverse and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental vision, 401K, PTO and more beginning your first day.

NEXT STEPS:

If your application is selected to advance to the next round, you will receive an e-mail notification or phone call from a recruiter to schedule an initial call.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

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