Structural Engineer E.I.T

Knott Laboratory provides forensic engineering and animation, Civil & Structural, and Fire & Explosion Investigation services to reconstruct accidents.

Knott Laboratory is a forensic engineering firm with 40 years of experience partnering with our clients to investigate building failures and deficiencies. Knott Laboratory Forensic Engineers regularly serve as expert witnesses providing prelitigation and post-litigation consulting, analysis and exhibits for depositions and jury trials.

We are seeking a Structural Engineer(E.I.T.) with a structural focused background to join our dynamic investigative team in Austin,Texas .This roleishybridandbasedinthe greater city of Austin, Texas. Itoffers a unique opportunity to work on diverse forensic engineering projects involving construction defect analysis and structural reconstruction across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

If youare a self-motivated professional whothrivesin a client-facing environment that demands rigorous investigative techniques,attention to detail,effective project management, andstrong communication skills–this is the role for you.

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of various structure types including residential, commercial, industrial buildings, bridges, and parking garages.
  
  Must be comfortable on ladders, scaffolding, lifts,as well as in crawlspaces.
• Prepare detailed inspection and design reports for clients, including potentiallegallitigation use.
• Perform failure analysis and design repairs, restorations, or retrofits to ensure structural safety and functionality.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and stay current with industry standards,emerging trendsand knowledge of wind and seismic loads.
• Develop scopes of work and budgets forprojectproposals.
• Collaborate with Senior Engineering Expertsto prepare exhibits, documents, andreportsfor depositions and trials.
• Willingness to learnnew skills,technologies,adapt, evolve, and expand professional and engineering expertise.
• Self-motivatedprofessionalwhoexhibitsstrong interpersonal skills capable of fosteringa growing clientele in arapidly growing and dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2years of experience in structural engineering design, preferably in forensic or investigative contexts.
• E.I.T.certification required.
• Experiencewithconstructionmanagement, project management, or structural design preferred.
• Must be a resident of the Austin, Texas area (local candidates only).
• Bachelor’s degree in Civilor Structural Engineering required.
• Proficiency with Autodesk computer aided design software,Microsoft Office Suite,emphasis on MS Teamsand SharePoint.
• Ability towork remotely andmanage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Clean driving record with a valid U.S.Driver’sLicense, and reliable personal vehicle for transportation. Regular regional travel is required.
• Strong verbal communication and technical writing skillsare essential to this role.
• Salary : $80,000–$95,000 (commensurate with experience and qualifications)
• Schedule :
  Full-time, Monday–Friday,7:30 AM–4:30 PM
• Work Setting :
  
  Hybrid—up to 60% remote/home office, 40% field inspections/site visits.
  Home office must be local to Austin, Texas
• Matching 401(k)
• Company Profit Sharing Plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Professional Development Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,000/year)

We're always considering well-qualified applicants and encourage you to apply today. Please attach your résumé, a link to your portfolio or examples of your work.

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