Structural Forensic Engineer

Nederveld, Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A structural engineering firm is seeking a Forensic Structural Engineer to perform investigative work in the field, office, and lab. The role requires a Master's or Ph.D. in civil engineering, along with at least 5 years of supervisory experience. Candidates must be self-motivated and detail-oriented. This full-time position involves regular travel and hands-on failure analysis.*

Qualifications

• 5 years supervisory or project management experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.
• Valid Driver's License in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Complete hands-on failure analysis assignments in the field and testing facility.
• Document findings and finalize reports.
• Conduct technical research.

Skills

Self-motivated

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Written and verbal communication

Education

Master's in civil engineering

Ph.D. in civil engineering

Job description

Overview

This role involves investigative work in the field, office, and lab to determine the root cause of failures mainly related to the building's skeleton (structural elements) and skin (building envelope). The Forensic Structural Engineer will take a hands-on approach to engineering, working in the field, testing facility and office. Additionally, this role will require the individual to learn new things, conduct technical research, and write engineering reports.

Responsibilities

• Complete hands-on failure analysis assignments in the field and testing facility
• Document facts and finalize reports of findings
• Conduct technical research
• Apply theories and knowledge to real-world situations
• Complete assignments on time as requested by the client
• Conduct ethical practices consistently
• Convey complex issues in an understandable manner to a lay audience through report writing

Essential Skills for Performing the Job

• Self-motivated
• Problem-solving
• Detail-oriented
• Written and verbal communication

Required Education and Experience

• Master\'s in civil engineering
• Ph.D. in civil engineering
• 5 years supervisory or project management experience

Other Requirements

• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Valid Driver\'s License in good standing, and demonstrated safe driving habits
• Ability to pass a background check as required for the position

Position Type/Expected Hours

This is a full-time position. Some flexibility in hours is permitted, but s/he must be available during the standard work hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Physical Demands

This position is a combination of fieldwork, travel-related work, and sedentary work. An employee is regularly required to drive, stand, sit, walk, reach, type, talk, hear, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, push, pull, carry, and lift up to 50 pounds. An employee may also be required to traverse wooded and/or uneven terrain, enter structures, use ladders, walk on roofs, enter small spaces, and work in various weather conditions.

Travel

Regular travel will be required as part of the Structural Forensic Engineer job. Some overnight travel may be required.

Disclaimer

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Eligible candidates will be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Nederveld Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.