Forensic Structural Engineer
EFI Global
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Miami • Florida • United States
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About the role
- To be responsible for the profitably of investigating events, systems, devices, and/or failures and providing expert opinions.
- 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license is required.
- Six (6) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required.
- Excellent oral and written communication
- PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
- Analytical and interpretive skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment
- Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
Benefits
- Supports the organization's quality program(s).
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
failure analysisforensic engineeringdamage assessmentinvestigation techniquesreport writingexpert witness testimonydocumentation skillsanalytical skillsinterpretive skills
Soft Skills
oral communicationwritten communicationorganizational skillsinterpersonal skillsindependent workteam collaborationperformance competency
Certifications
Bachelor's degreeProfessional Engineering (PE) license