Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:- Conduct field investigations and analyze failures involving all types of structures and construction problems including residential, commercial and industrial properties
- Determine of the cause, origin, and extent of structural failures, water intrusions, construction defects and building system failures including envelope, roof, wall and glazing
- Assignments may include structural assessments, site evaluations, vibration analysis, construction site accidents and building egress accident evaluations
- Analyze failures in buildings and other infrastructure systems by conducting site visits and applying engineering principles and practices in accordance with codes and industry standards
- Conduct unbiased investigations for various types of clients
- Responsible for retention and development of client relations
- Prepare oral and written reports in layman's terms that document causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediation
- Deliver professional presentations, develop client relationships and promote self to client groups
- Ability to support conclusions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings
- Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies
Position Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required, Master's degree a plus
- Three to five years of civil/structural experience
- P.E. (Professional Engineer) registration required through testing or ability to obtainwithin six months
- Must possess strong writing skills
- Public speaking experience a plus
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Physical Requirements:- Ability to travel 25% of the time
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Ability to climb ladders and inspect roofs
- Ability to carry equipment to and from job sites
- Ability to work at various heights on structures
- Ability to maneuver in and around buildings and in confined spaces
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues
- Ability to drive in all conditions
- Ability to fly on airplanes
- Ability to visually inspect job sites and relevant artifacts
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
- Ability to learn a new industry and obtain required certifications
S-E-A places a strong value on employee health and wellness across the company. As part of this commitment, S-E-A offers several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, such as medical, dental and vision plans, company-paid vacation, holiday and sick leave, parental leave, company-funded HSA, an employee assistance program and a wellness rewards program. Additionally, most offices have an on-site workout facility.
