Structural Engineer - Forensic Investigator

Robson Forensic

$90K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license; S.E. license preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
  • 15+ years of hands-on structural engineering experience.
  • Broad expertise in structural and vertical construction; knowledge of horizontal construction is a plus.
  • Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
  • Ability to present complex findings to non-technical audiences.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time.

Responsibilities

  • Investigate structural engineering incidents.
  • Analyze engineering procedures based on standards and practices.
  • Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
  • Provide expert testimony for legal cases.
  • Assess decision-making and operational procedures in structural contexts.
  • Collaborate with a network of respected experts.
  • Engage in continuous learning and professional growth.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to train as a forensic expert.
  • Work in a hybrid environment in the Dallas/Irving, TX area.
  • Make a significant impact in your field.
  • Collaborate with highly respected professionals.
Full Job Description
You are a P.E. with 15+ years of hands-on structural engineering experience, seeking an intellectually stimulating new challenge. You have a broad understanding of design and construction.

You are already an expert. Robson Forensic will train you to be a forensic expert.

As a Structural Engineering Forensic Expert, you will:
  • Investigate structural engineering incidents.
  • Analyze structural engineering procedures, applying your comprehensive knowledge of standards and practices.
  • Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
  • Provide expert testimony.


You will delve into the "why" behind incidents, critically assessing decision-making, operational procedures, and the standard of care. This role offers you a chance to:
  • Use your cumulative training, experience, and critical thinking skills
  • Collaborate with highly respected experts.
  • Continuously learn and grow.
  • Make a tangible difference.


Location: Dallas/Irving, TX area (hybrid)

Requirements:
  • Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license; S.E license is a plus.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
  • Experience: 15+ years of hands-on structural engineering experience, including broad structural and vertical construction experience (horizontal also is a plus); construction management, maintenance, and structural design experience in residential, industrial, institutional, or commercial structures.
  • Skills: Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
  • Aptitude: Strong ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, objective evidence for non-technical audiences.
  • Work Style: Approximately 20% travel for inspections; the remainder is focused on analysis and report drafting, working independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Prior forensic experience is not required. We seek professionals eager to apply their deep industry knowledge to a challenging new area
    You must have a clean background screen, a driver's license, and the ability to drive.


How to Apply:

If this opportunity meets your requirements for a challenging and rewarding career and you meet our minimum requirements, please apply and attach your resume and a cover letter outlining your professional background and experience.

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