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Forensic Structural Engineer, P.E.

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license in Montana
  • Six years of experience in structural engineering or equivalent combination of experience and education
  • Multi state licensing preferred

Responsibilities

  • Surveys losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings
  • Conducts investigations to determine and document the scope of damage
  • Analyzes and documents the failure analysis and causation of failures
  • Serves as an expert witness in court and/or in depositions

Key facts

  • Remote from: Montana (USA)
  • Full time
  • Senior (5-10 years)
  • 0
  • English

Other skills

  • Lateral Thinking
  • Stress Management
  • Time Management

About the company

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EFI Global

Construction & Civil Engineering

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, to becoming a recognized leader in engineering failure analysis, origin and cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Each member of our multi-disciplinary team of more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for his or her 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. This expertise, coupled with the extensive coverage of more than 62 national offices plus offices in Canada, the United Kingdom and Brazil to provide global work abroad capability, has earned us a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meets our clients’ expectations — anytime, anywhere. EFI Global currently provides engineering services in the state of North Carolina by our partner firm, EFI Global of North Carolina, P.C. We also provide engineering services in the states of New York and New Jersey by our partner firm, EFI Global Engineering of New York, P.C. EFI Global is part of the Sedgwick family of companies, a global leader in the independent insurance claims industry.

Company details

Company typeSME
IndustryConstruction & Civil Engineering
Company size501 - 1000

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IF YOU CARE, THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE

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.  Click here to learn more about EFI Global.  

Are you 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 engineer to join our team in Montana specializing in forensic engineering, structural damage assessment, and failure analysis across commercial, residential, and industrial buildings. 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 Montana is required. Multi state licensing is preferred. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to excellence in structural diagnostics, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

Prefer candidate reside in the greater Billings, Missoula, Bozeman, Helena, MT areas.

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To be responsible for the profitably of investigating events, systems, devices, and/or failures and providing expert opinions.

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.

  • Apply your engineering knowledge and experience to investigate and assess complex failures in the context of an energetic, people focused, entrepreneurial culture. 

  • Deliver comprehensive engineering analyses to clients who represent virtually every industry and comprise some of the world’s most respected organizations. 

  • Leverage EFI Global’s broad, global network of experts to both learn from and to share your insights. 

  • Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service. 

  • Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work and grow your career. 

  • Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path. 

  • Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial, and professional needs. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Surveys losses and loss scenes at residential and commercial buildings

  • Conducts investigations to determine and document the scope of damage.

  • Investigates and assesses damages due to failures and determines the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support.

  • Analyzes and documents the failure analysis and causation of failures.

  • Collaborates with Fire Investigators to produce detailed reports outlining the cause and origin of losses and damages.

  • Serves as an expert witness in court and/or in depositions.

  • Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for clients.

  • Collaborates with EFI’s national team of forensic experts to leverage experiences and assist on projects.

Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Professional Engineering (PE) license is required.

Experience
Six (6) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical:

  • Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.

  • Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.

  • Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.

  • Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead,

  • Be able lift/carry up to 50 pounds

  • Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.  

  • Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

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.

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The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
 
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace

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