Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E

Position: Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E.

Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E.

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Base pay range

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About EFI Global

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.

Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in‑depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better‑informed business decisions.

EFI's combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients' expectations—anytime, anywhere.  to learn more about EFI Global.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

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

Are You an Ideal Candidate?

We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver results, are customer oriented and naturally empathetic.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provides guidance and leadership to newer colleagues and/or those with less experience on complex engineering assignments.
• Surveys property, casualty and liability losses, typically at residential and commercial buildings and loss scenes.
• Conducts investigations to determine the root cause of events and failures.
• Works closely with engineers and investigators to produce detailed reports, drawings, and/or outline the cause and origin of losses and damages.
• Develops plans, reports and drawings to meet client's needs and/or determine and document the failure analysis and causation of failures.
• Provides expert testimony in a court of law and/or in depositions.
• Determines applicable engineering practices to fulfill the prescribed scope of work, project specifics, timelines, and cost estimates for the professional services provided.
• Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and engineering projects for clients.
• Collaborates with sales and operations managers, architects, developers, insurance adjusters, claims managers and attorneys to develop demand for your professional services.
• Collaborates with EFI's national team of forensic experts to leverage experiences and assist on projects.

Education & Licensing

Education:

• Requires Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Licensing:

• Requires a Professional Engineering (PE) license, minimum required for resident state. Prefer multi‑state licensing and/or active NCEES Record.
• Expert Witness Testimony Experience is a plus.

Taking Care of You

• Craves cutting‑edge opportunities
• Supporting meaningful work that promotes critical thinking and problem solving
• Thrives when allowed flexibility and autonomy
• Strong team and customer service orientation
• Seeks to contribute to a larger purpose
• Craves culture of support, both giving and receiving
• We offer a diverse and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO and more beginning your first day.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Industries

Architecture and Planning

Next Steps

If your application is selected to advance to the next round, you will receive an e‑mail notification or phone call from a recruiter to schedule an initial call.

Always accepting applications.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

To view more details about our application process, please visit our job board.

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