Civil Structural Engineer (Forensic Engineering)

SEA, Ltd.

$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master's preferred.
  • At least 7 years of post-academic civil or structural experience.
  • Texas P.E. registration required or ability to obtain within 6 months.
  • Strong writing skills essential for reporting and documentation.
  • Public speaking experience is a plus.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct field investigations into structural failures and construction issues.
  • Determine cause and extent of structural failures, including water intrusions and defects.
  • Assess foundations, conduct site evaluations, and perform vibration analysis.
  • Apply engineering principles during investigations to comply with codes and standards.
  • Prepare clear oral and written reports explaining failure causes and recommended actions.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with various clients.
  • Deliver presentations and support expert testimony for legal proceedings.

Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program for mental health support.
  • Motion Wellness Program rewarding physical activity with HSA contributions.
  • Strong emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
  • Commitment to staff health and wellbeing across the company.
Full Job Description
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 foundation settlement investigations, structural assessments, site evaluations, sub-surface investigations, 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
  • A minimum of seven years of post-academic civil/structural experience
  • P.E. (Professional Engineer) registration required through testing in Texas, or ability to obtain Texas P.E. within 6 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.

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