Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E

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. We have evolved into a global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin‑and‑cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise and quality.

If you are a seasoned Structural Engineer with a passion for uncovering the root causes of structural failures and a talent for delivering expert assessments, we are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on experience in determining causes of structural failure, storm and roof damage assessments, building envelope investigations, and evaluating structural collapses. A Professional Engineer (PE) license in your state of residence is required.

To investigate events, systems, devices and/or failures and provide expert opinions; to provide guidance and leadership ethically and scientifically on complex engineering assignments; and to contribute to overall profitability of the company through providing expert/engineering consulting services.

• Provide guidance and leadership to newer colleagues and/or those with less experience on complex engineering assignments.
• Survey property, casualty, and liability losses, typically at residential and commercial buildings and loss scenes.
• Conduct investigations to determine the root cause of events and failures.
• Work closely with engineers and investigators to produce detailed reports, drawings, and outline the causes and origins of losses and damages.
• Develop plans, reports, and drawings to meet client’s needs and document the failure analysis and causation of failures.
• Provide expert testimony in a court of law and/or in depositions.
• Determine applicable engineering practices to fulfill the prescribed scope of work, project specifics, timelines, and cost estimates.
• Document and maintain billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and engineering projects for clients.
• 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 share experiences and assist on projects.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in the state of residence; multi‑state licensing and/or active NCEES record is preferred.
• Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.

• Professional development opportunities to grow your career.
• Flexibility and autonomy in daily work, location, and career path.
• Diverse and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, disability and life insurance, and other voluntary benefits.

Always accepting applications.

EFI Global is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all qualified persons.

As required by law, EFI Global provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency. The range of starting pay for this role is $115,000–$150,000.