Structural Engineering

Actalent; Watchung (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

ESOP participation

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Annual bonuses

Job summary

Actalent in Watchung, NJ is seeking a Structural Engineer for a high‑impact forensic role that blends hands‑on field investigations with rigorous technical analysis. You’ll evaluate structural damage, determine causes of failure, and develop clear repair strategies with code‑compliant solutions.

This fully onsite position offers strong client interaction, project management responsibilities, and the opportunity to travel nationwide to assess structures after major events, with competitive

Responsibilities

• Field investigations — Perform onsite assessments of structural damage from natural disasters and construction/design errors
• Cause & origin analysis — Determine how and why structural systems failed using building codes and structural behavior principles
• Repair recommendations — Develop clear, code‑compliant repair scopes for damaged structures
• Design documentation review — Evaluate drawings, specs, and related documents to support forensic conclusions
• Technical reporting — Prepare high‑quality written reports that communicate findings and recommended repairs
• Client communication — Maintain strong relationships by explaining technical results clearly and professionally
• Code & contractor interface — Coordinate with building officials and contractors on compliance and remediation strategies
• Project management — Manage multiple assignments, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery
• Litigation support — Provide documentation and expert testimony for legal proceedings when required
• Nationwide travel — Travel across the U.S., often on short notice, to evaluate structures after major events

Job description

Job Title: Structural Engineer

Job Description

This is a high‑impact forensic structural engineering role designed for professionals who thrive in both hands‑on field investigation and deep technical analysis. You’ll play a critical part in uncovering how structures fail, why they fail, and how they can be repaired — all while working with a team that values technical excellence, professional autonomy, and meaningful client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Field investigations — Perform onsite assessments of structural damage from natural disasters and construction/design errors
• Cause & origin analysis — Determine how and why structural systems failed using building codes and structural behavior principles
• Repair recommendations — Develop clear, code‑compliant repair scopes for damaged structures
• Design documentation review — Evaluate drawings, specs, and related documents to support forensic conclusions
• Technical reporting — Prepare high‑quality written reports that communicate findings and recommended repairs
• Client communication — Maintain strong relationships by explaining technical results clearly and professionally
• Code & contractor interface — Coordinate with building officials and contractors on compliance and remediation strategies
• Project management — Manage multiple assignments, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery
• Litigation support — Provide documentation and expert testimony for legal proceedings when required
• Nationwide travel — Travel across the U.S., often on short notice, to evaluate structures after major events

If you’re looking for a role that offers high professional autonomy, deep forensic technical work, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the aftermath of major events, this position provides a rare opportunity to do exactly that. You’ll join a team that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous growth, while enjoying competitive compensation, annual bonuses, a generous 401(k) match, ESOP participation, and full medical/dental/vision benefits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Watchung, NJ.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

401 Medical Dental Health

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Watchung,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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