Structural Engineer
- Chicago, IL, United States
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Job details
- Experience
- 2–3 years of experience in forensic failure/damage analysis or similar.
- Posting language
- English
Original job description
Forensic Structural Engineer (P.E.)
Are you a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) looking for a career where your expertise makes a real impact? We’re hiring a Forensic Structural Engineer to investigate building damage, write reports, and provide expert insights. If you enjoy problem-solving, working independently, and helping clients understand structural issues, this is for you!
What You’ll Do:
- Inspect buildings for damage - roofs, foundations, water issues, and more.
- Write clear, detailed reports explaining your findings.
- Communicate with clients and team members in a friendly, professional way.
- Provide expert testimony in court when needed (with legal team support).
- Continue learning - ongoing training covered by the company!
- Travel as needed, with occasional overnight stays.
What You Need:
• Licensed P.E. in your state.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or a related field).
- 2–3 years of experience in forensic failure/damage analysis or similar.
- Strong technical writing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Calendar.
- A valid driver’s license with a clean record.
- Ability to work independently from a home office with reliable internet.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- A service-oriented mindset - customer-focused and team-friendly.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical exam.
What’s in It for You?
- $100K–$140K+ bonus (based on experience)
- Hybrid work-from-home flexibility
- Unlimited career growth opportunities
- 401K + full benefits + extra perks
- Vacation/PTO
Join a team that values your expertise, offers career growth, and rewards your hard work. Apply now and take your engineering career to the next level!
More about this job
Skills
- P.Eng.
- Problem solving
- Work independently
- Communicate with customers
- Structural engineering
- Technical writing
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Valid driver's licence
- Communication skills