Civil Structural Engineer (Forensic Engineering)

SEA, Ltd.

$80K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred in Architecture, Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of civil/structural engineering experience
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration required, Structural Engineer (S.E.) registration preferred
  • Strong writing skills for report preparation
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
  • Public speaking experience is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Conduct structural field investigations to analyze failures in various properties
  • Determine origin and cause of structural failures, including water intrusions and construction defects
  • Analyze building failures through site visits and application of engineering codes
  • Conduct unbiased investigations for a diverse client base
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships
  • Prepare clear oral and written reports documenting failure causes and recommendations
  • Deliver presentations and promote services to client groups

Benefits

  • Extensive forensic training
  • Bonus program
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • On-site fitness facility
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
  • Company-paid short-term, long-term disability, and life insurance
  • Company-provided phone/iPad
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Parental leave policy
  • Flexplace policy post-training
Full Job Description
S-E-A welcomes the opportunity to review resumes of candidates for a similar role near any of our office locations throughout the country.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
  • Conduct structural field investigations and analyze failures involving various structural and construction related problems involving residential, commercial and industrial properties
  • Determine of the origin and cause, and extent of structural failures, water intrusions, roof damage, construction defects and building system failures including envelope, roof, wall and glazing
  • 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
  • Support conclusions by appropriate expert testimony in legal proceedings
  • Accept and integrate constructive feedback into job performance
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks and participate in professional societies


Position Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree required, master's degree highly preferred in Architecture, Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of post-academic civil / structural engineer experience
  • P. E. (Professional Engineer) registration
  • S.E. registration is a plus
  • Must possess strong writing skills
  • Public speaking experience a plus
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills


Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to climb ladders and inspect roofs
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Ability and willingness 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


Benefits:
  • Extensive forensic training
  • Bonus program
  • Medical, dental vision coverage
  • On-site fitness facility
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation, sick days and holidays
  • Company-paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance
  • Company provided phone/iPad
  • Tuition Reimbursement program
  • Parental leave policy
  • Flexplace policy following training

SEA places a strong value and diversity and wellness across the company. SEA is also focused on, and committed to, staff health and wellbeing. We offer several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Program and a Motion Wellness Program that rewards activity through contributions to employee HSA accounts.

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