Forensic Structural Engineer

Envista Forensics

Forensic Structural Engineer investigating civil/structural failures in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Collaborative role requiring field investigations and multi-disciplinary teamwork.

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeSacramento • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigates the origin and cause of failures, damages, or defects in the civil/structural fields within residential, commercial, and industrial sites.
Analyzes the failure of building systems, determines the cause of failures, evaluates the quality of construction or reviews design or maintenance procedures.
Performs field investigations, leads multi-party examinations and documentation of damaged property.
Research failure modes and code requirements as needed, prepare recommendations for repair and/or remediation as appropriate.
Prepares reports and letters outlining the origin and cause of the damages to our clients.
Manages/works with multi-disciplinary teams on large and complex assignments.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering or a related discipline is required.
PE is preferred - EIT may be considered.
5-7 years’ experience in design in combination of residential, commercial, and industrial setting preferred.
Experience working in the field is a benefit.
25 - 30%+ travel.
Ability to work in inclement weather and various environmental conditions.
Ability to work in high areas such as roofs or scaffolding, requiring physical agility, balance, and resistance to acrophobia.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing along strict timelines.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A quarterly bonus is also offered based on revenue and productivity.
A sign-on bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package.
Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

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Hard Skills & Tools

civil engineeringstructural engineeringfailure analysisbuilding systems analysisconstruction quality evaluationdesign proceduresfield investigationsreport writingremediation recommendationsmulti-disciplinary team management

Soft Skills

communicationleadershiporganizational skillsproblem-solvingtime managementability to prioritizephysical agilitybalanceresistance to acrophobiaadaptability

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Civil EngineeringBachelor of Science in Structural EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE)Engineer in Training (EIT)