Structural Forensic Engineer, PE – Independent Contractor
Location
United States
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
$100K - $150K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Structural Forensic Engineer, PE – Independent Contractor
Applied Technical Services, LLC
• Conduct forensic investigations involving structural failures, collapses, construction defects, and property damage claims • Perform site inspections and gather relevant field data, measurements, photographs, and documentation • Analyze structural systems and determine the cause, origin, and extent of reported damages or failures • Apply engineering principles, applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices to develop conclusions • Prepare clear, concise, and technically sound forensic engineering reports • Participate in depositions, mediation, arbitration, and trial proceedings as an expert witness when required • Communicate findings effectively with clients, attorneys, insurance professionals, and other stakeholders • Maintain current knowledge of applicable building codes, engineering standards, and forensic investigation methodologies • Perform other project-related consulting services as assigned
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in good standing; multiple state licensure preferred
- Prior forensic engineering experience preferred
- Demonstrated experience investigating structural failures, construction defects, and damage causation matters
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 50%
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel independently to inspection sites throughout the assigned region
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills
- Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
- Experience providing litigation support, depositions, or expert testimony preferred
- Ability to manage multiple assignments independently and meet project deadlines
Benefits
- Flexible workload and scheduling
- Competitive compensation based on assignment scope and complexity
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