Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E

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EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin‑and‑cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting.

We are seeking a seasoned Structural Engineer with a passion for uncovering the root causes of structural failures and a talent for delivering expert assessments. The specialist will investigate and assess complex failures in commercial, residential and industrial buildings, provide expert testimony, produce detailed reports, and lead junior engineers. A Professional Engineer (PE) license in your state of residence is required.

• Provide guidance and leadership to colleagues on complex engineering assignments.
• Survey property, casualty and liability losses at residential and commercial buildings.
• Conduct investigations to determine the root cause of events and failures.
• Collaborate with engineers and investigators to produce detailed reports, drawings and findings.
• Develop plans, reports and drawings to meet client needs and document failure analysis.
• Provide expert testimony in court and depositions.
• Determine applicable engineering practices to fulfill scope, timelines and cost estimates.
• Document and maintain billable hours on a time and expense basis.
• Collaborate with sales and operations managers, architects, developers, insurance adjusters, claims managers and attorneys to develop demand for professional services.
• Collaborate with EFI's national team of forensic experts to leverage experience and assist on projects.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license, minimum required by your resident state.
• Preferred multi‑state licensing and/or active NCEES record.
• Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO and more from day one.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexibility and autonomy in daily work, location and career path.
• Supportive and collaborative culture emphasizing integrity and customer service.

If your application is selected to advance to the next round, you will receive an email notification or phone call from a recruiter to schedule an initial call. Applications are always being accepted.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. The range of starting pay for this role is $115,000–$150,000. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable fair chance ordinances.

EFI Global is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all qualified persons. Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace.