Structural Forensic Engineer

Nederveld, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A structural engineering firm is seeking a Forensic Structural Engineer to conduct investigative work across field, office, and lab settings. The role focuses on determining root causes of building structure failures with very minimal design involvement. The ideal candidate will apply engineering principles and physics while producing technical research and reports. This position offers unique challenges in engineering investigations and requires a strong commitment to thorough analysis.

Qualifications

• Hands-on approach to engineering with a focus on investigative work.
• Ability to conduct technical research and write engineering reports.
• Strong understanding of physics and engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigative work in field, office, and lab.
• Determine root cause of failures related to building structures.
• Write detailed engineering reports.

Job description

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.

The Forensic Structural Engineer will branch out from typical design work and investigate to determine the cause of failures related to building structures. This role consists of very little to near no design aspects. The focus is on the laws of physics, and the basis of engineering principles, and the correct application of these to the built environment. The role requires the engineer to “go beyond the code